Wine Cup Upcycle

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A promise is a promise, so here it is...the wine cup upcycle.  If you follow me here, you'll remember the post that showed you how to remove adhesive from sticky labels.  I used the wine cups as an example and I promised to show you how I upcycled them.  If you missed it, click HERE.  Let's take a look at my first project:
I put an empty wine cup in the middle of my Pairpoint Silver Bowl, surrounded it with Pinecones and a little greenery (yes, it really is blue...I think it's a blue spruce shrub)) from the garden.  I added a set of 10 battery-powered lights to the bowl and a battery-powered tea light to the cup.  Have another look:
Here's a better look at the bowl:
I didn't stop there, though.  Out came some craft supplies...
Brushed some Mod Podge on the cup:
Applied some paper napkins, don't forget to separate the layers so you only have one!
Smoothed the edges:
Until it looked like this:
The top edge was trimmed off, a second coat of mod podge was applied, and some gold trim was added to make it look like this:
A battery-operated tealight was added to this one too.  Then I made another one with different napkins:
It was difficult to get a good pic of the light shining through.  You'l have to trust me, they look really pretty!
There are a few more ideas floating around in my head, so don't be surprised if you see these wine cups again, but these seemed appropriate since the holidays are here and, it's winter. Have a great weekend everyone and stay warm!

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Comments

  1. Kim December 8, 2018 at 7:11 PM

    Adorable! And I love your napkins and the trim!

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    1. AnnDecember 9, 2018 at 11:19 AM

      Thanks, Kim. I have a few more that still need ideas...and, chances are, there will be more! LOL

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  2. KateDecember 9, 2018 at 7:53 AM

    Your centrepiece is beautiful and I love what you're doing with the wine cups .... and totally envious that you can actually buy wine in cups like this!!

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    1. AnnDecember 9, 2018 at 11:24 AM

      Check with your local liquor store, Kate. I wouldn't have known about them, but the owner recommended them to me. Thank you for stopping by!

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  3. Chas' Crazy CreationsDecember 12, 2018 at 9:32 AM

    Wonderful upcycle! I just love Mod Podge - so great to work with and you can create so many fun things. Thanks for sharing.

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    1. AnnDecember 12, 2018 at 11:12 AM

      Thank you, Chas. Mod Podge certainly is great stuff... Always a pleasure to have you stop by

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  4. ErleneDecember 12, 2018 at 8:40 PM

    Great way to upcycle bottles. I just discovered decoupage with napkins this year and I love it. Thanks for sharing on MM.

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    1. AnnDecember 13, 2018 at 9:06 AM

      Decoupage is one of my favorites! Thanks for stopping by the Cottage.

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  5. Debbie-Dabble Blog and A Debbie-Dabble ChristmasDecember 13, 2018 at 1:35 AM

    Great idea!! Very pretty!! Thanks so much for stopping by!!
    Hugs.,
    Debbie

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  6. UnknownDecember 13, 2018 at 9:20 AM

    So Cute! I have never tried decoupage with napkins. It looks fantastic.

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    1. AnnDecember 13, 2018 at 11:10 AM

      It's not hard at all, you should give it a try! Here's a link to by tutorial with a few tips:
      https://theapplestreetcottage.blogspot.com/2017/10/how-to-decoupage-dresser-drawers-with.html

      Thanks for stopping by and if you have any questions, I'd be happy to help.

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  7. My thrift store addictionDecember 15, 2018 at 4:17 PM

    These are adorable! Thanks for sharing at Vintage Charm!

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  8. annies homeDecember 16, 2018 at 10:57 PM

    this is so adorable, my mother loves birds I am sure this tree would be one of her all time favs
    come see us at http://shopannies.blogspot.com

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  9. Eclectic Red BarnDecember 18, 2018 at 10:13 AM

    Ann,
    This are so adorable. I love those peacock napkins. Please stop by Wonderful Wednesday Blog Hop since you are my feature.
    https://eclecticredbarn.blogspot.com/2018/12/wonderful-wednesday-blog-hop_18.html
    Have a wonderful holiday season.
    Hugs,
    Bev

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