How to Make Twine Wrapped Vases from Wine Bottles

Last Updated: February 19, 2022

Old wine bottles can be glammed up and reused by adding twine in a decorative way. Once completed, the bottles can be used as vases or simply placed on a shelf as a decoration. This is a great rainy day project and all you'll need is a ball or yarn or twine and an empty bottle of wine.

Part 1

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Sourcing the basics

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Select an empty bottle of wine. Likely you'll find one under your sink, in the basement, or in the garage. If not, try a local thrift store or a recycling depot. Wash the bottle well, to remove any stains or dust; use a good detergent. You can sand it with fine sandpaper if it is rough anywhere.
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Acquire a ball of twine or yarn. Choose whichever you have.

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Prepare a glue gun. Alternatively, use any other craft adhesive that would be suitable.

Part 2

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Making the twine wrapped vase

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Starting at bottom of the bottle, spread the glue on the surface of the bottle in sections. Begin to wrap the twine over the first section of glue, holding in it place to ensure that it sits evenly and is closely aligned.
- In place of glue, you can use Mod Podge if preferred.
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Continue adding glue in sections, allowing you to slowly progress in wrapping the bottle with twine. Make sure that there are no spaces left between the coils you've added.
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Continue wrapping the bottle until you reach the end or top of the bottle.
- Let the adhesive dry completely.
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Cut the end off the twine when you've completed the wrapping.
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Get a lighter.
- Briefly expose the loose twine to the flame.
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Completed. Now your vase is ready; you can put flowers or a candle into the bottle if you like.
- If you'd like to protect the twine wrapping for longer, you can seal it with Mod Podge. This is entirely optional.
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Place your beautiful vase onto a table or use as a centerpiece.

Community Q&A

Question

How do I keep the hot glue from building up with each section?

T. Chinsen

Top Answerer

The type of hot glue used in the instructions may be the high temperature glue, which holds more heat and will not cool off as quickly. You could use sections of double sided tape to hold the twine in place. (It is not strong enough to keep the twine together on its own though.) Use it in sections as it will pick up dust.
Question

Why do I need to use a flame on the finished wrapped wine bottle?

Tj Armstrong

Community Answer

In this case, the twine leaves bristly fibers standing out, and holding it briefly over a flame helps to singe off the bristly fibers and give it a smoother, more tidy, finish. It would not be necessary at all with yarn.
Question

After finishing, can a polish be applied for glazing?

T. Chinsen

Top Answerer

The twine is very absorbent and needs to have a sealant applied before glazing. The twine will not hold the glaze on its surface if it is not sealed first. Look in the glue section for an appropriate sealant.