With creative and easy to do proposals, these small objects can be transformed into organizers, centerpieces, coasters and decorative stamps.
More and more people choose to look with other eyes that, until recently, ended without thinking about garbage. Recycle and re-use Everyday objects is not only a way of caring for the planet, it is also an opportunity to create with your hands, save money and add personalized details at home.
The Wine corksfor example, they usually accumulate after a meal or a celebration. And what many do not know is that they have a lot of potential: they are light, resistant and have a rustic texture that combines perfectly with warm and natural styles. Thus, with a little imagination and without the need to be an expert in crafts, you can transform them into useful, decorative elements or even unique gifts. Take note!
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The most creative ways of recycling corks
1. Sees and support sources
With several corks and a little glue, you can build a handmade, firm and original.. There are many ways to do it: one of the most common is to cut the corks along (by half) and paste them in a row on a cardboard or wood base. They can also be cut into slices and join them in a circular or square, mosaic type.
Following the same procedure, you can create a support or thermal branch. Not only does the heat resist, but it also protects the table or table with style.
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2. NOTES OR KEY PORT
One of the most practical and decorative uses for wine corks is to turn them into a Wall organizing panel. They can be glued next to each other on a rigid base, such as an old frame, a wood or even firm cardboard, to cover the entire surface. This works as a board where you can nail bed bugs and hang notes, photos, tickets, necklaces or keys. Ideal to have at home entrance, desk or kitchen.
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3. Decorative letters
Hitting corks on a base -shaped base (cardboard or wood), you can create initials or complete words. Perfect to decorate rooms, kitchens or events.
4. Leveling legs for furniture
If you have a chair or table that uneven or unstable, cut a slice of cork and place it in the shortest leg. It is a simple, functional and ecological trick.
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5. Homemade stamps
Cutting the base of a cork and carving a form with cutter (heart, star, leaf), you can make stamps to decorate paper, fabric or cardboard. Perfect for DIY projects with children.
Source: Ambito
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