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DIY Christmas Wine Cork Wreath

Looking for perfect cork crafts or wine cork ideas for a DIY Christmas project?  We’ve crafted this beautiful DIY Christmas wine cork wreath with recycled wine corks.  And you too can turn your saved wine corks into a festive Christmas wreath with these simple steps on how to make a cork wreath.     

 
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We have a wine cork collector/holder on the bar, and it has filled up several times over the years and I haven’t had the heart to throw them away. I would dump them in a collection box in my craft room awaiting some great project.  Do you also save wine corks but not sure exactly what you wish to do with them?   
 
 Box of old wine corks? Check. Crafty hands? Check. A love for Holiday decor? Check. It’s time to put your wine corks collection into good use.  You’re just a short DIY project away from sparkling up your holiday with this DIY Christmas Wine Cork Wreath.  Enjoy the fun and excitement of crafting your own holiday decor.   We promise, it’s easier than you think and it’s sure to become a favorite piece with your holiday decorations.
 

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Well we have recently made this is gorgeous wine cork wreath using these recycled wine corks.   We have been saving wine corks like this for years and the collection has grown and grown.  Well, the great project has finally arrived, this Christmas Wine Cork Wreath is exactly what all those corks have been waiting on.  But whether you have been saving wine corks or not, this project will be a great addition to your holiday decorating and wine corks can always be purchased. 
 
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If you would also like to use your wine corks in this wine cork craft, then you are in the right place to learn to make this stunning craft.  It not only serves as a fun activity, but also as a great addition to your holiday decorations.  So why wait? Start right here in crafting your own wine cork wreath for a more personalized holiday décor.
 

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We had corks in our stash that were sorta plain and not as pretty and since we need at least two layers, we started with the plain corks first.   Set aside some of the most unusual or interesting corks and save them for the top layer of the wreath.

Apply hot glue to the back of each plainer cork or those you decided to be on the first layer and place it to cover as much of the foam wreath as possible in a haphazard fashion.

 

Wreath from wine corks

 

After the wreath is covered with corks, start the second layer, gluing the prettier corks or your favorite winery’s corks in a haphazard fashion covering the first layer of corks.

 

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If you are not lucky enough to find the perfect arrangement of greenery, the sprigs can be cut apart then glued together in an arrangement of your choosing.  We added some of the same cranberries in our floral arrangement as we would be placing around the wreath.

 

wine cork wreath

 

Hot glue the completed greenery arrangement to the top of the wreath or if you wish to the bottom or sides.

 

 

Cut the cranberry sprays into small bunches or glue bunches together. And place them around the wreath and hot glue them.

 

 

Hot glue a hanger on the back to hang it on your door.  This Christmas wine cork wreath would also look beautiful in a foyer or on an inside wall.  Please share any wine cork ideas that you also love. 

 

Word of caution– do not let these corks get wet, this wreath is not to be hung out in the weather.

 

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5 from 5 votes

Christmas Wine Cork Wreath

Make a DIY Christmas wine cork wreath if you are looking an awesome project for cork crafts or wine cork ideas. Simple steps on how to make a cork wreath
Cook Time1 hour
Total Time1 hour
Keyword: Christmas wine cork wreath, How to make a cork wreath, how to make a wine cork wreath, wine cork crafts, wine cork ideas
Servings: 1
Author: Evelyn Osborn
Cost: 25

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Instructions

  • Apply hot glue to the back of each plainer cork or those you decided to be on the first layer and place it to cover as much of the foam wreath as possible in a haphazard fashion.
  • After the wreath is covered with corks, start the second layer, gluing the prettier corks or your favorite winery’s corks in a haphazard fashion covering the first layer of corks.
  • If you are not lucky enough to find the perfect arrangement of greenery, the sprigs can be cut apart then glued together in an arrangement of your choosing. We added some of the same cranberries in our floral arrangement as we would be placing around the wreath
  • Hot glue the completed greenery arrangement to the top of the wreath or if you wish to the bottom or sides.
  • Cut the cranberry sprays into small bunches or glue bunches together and place them around the wreath and hot glue them.
  • Hot glue a hanger on the back to hang it on your door. This Christmas wine cork wreath would also look beautiful in a foyer or on an inside wall.

5 from 5 votes (1 rating without comment)
Recipe Rating




Tanya

Tuesday 23rd of November 2021

After time, have you had an issue with the hot glue holding the corks together? I've done cork and hot glue projects before and the glue doesn't seem to hold together? Is there a certain brand of hot glue you use?

Evelyn

Tuesday 23rd of November 2021

I used just any hot glue. But sometimes when I pull it out for the season and it hasn't been stored property (other items on top of it) some of the corks have come off. But not that many and it only takes me a couple minutes to repair. But I have had it for over 3 years and no issues.

Joyce Amason

Sunday 2nd of May 2021

Do you have an email?

Evelyn

Sunday 2nd of May 2021

Yes I do, evelyn@myturnforus.

Caroline

Saturday 14th of December 2019

Hi Evelyn, What size is your wreath? How many corks did you use on this? I have about 200 corks to work with. Wondering if I can replicate your look or if I want to use these for another project. Your cork wreath is the best I’ve seen. ? Thank you!

Trisha

Friday 19th of November 2021

@Evelyn, did you do a count and measure?? Looking to replicate, it's beautiful, thanks!

Trisha

Friday 19th of November 2021

@Caroline, did you do this project and have a size suggestion???

Evelyn

Saturday 14th of December 2019

You are right a great idea would have been to count cork but I unfortunately didn’t. Bummer. I can’t remember how big it is but as soon as I get home I’ll measure it because I’ve forgotten.

Rebecca

Sunday 30th of December 2018

Everytime I glue a cork on my wreath it doesn't stay. I use a generous amount of glue bit still will not stick. What am I doing wrong? I am using a straw wreath.

Evelyn

Sunday 30th of December 2018

I think it's the straw. We used a solid styrofoam wreath. I'm so sorry you are having trouble, maybe replace the wreath with styrofoam.

Tyffanie Ammeter

Sunday 23rd of December 2018

I love this! Did you glue corks on the back of the wreath too?

Evelyn

Monday 24th of December 2018

Thanks so much. No, we only glued them on the sides and front and placed them so it would hang flat against the door.