Found Object Wine Stoppers

Turn vintage doorknobs, sports paraphernalia and other interesting objects into eye-catching bottle stoppers in just a few steps.

Found Object Wine Stoppers

Give keepsakes new purpose by turning them into conversation-starting bottle stoppers. Wine lovers will appreciate the useful, one-of-a-kind gift. Get crafting with our step-by-step instructions.

By: Michele Beschen

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Materials Needed:

corks
1" automotive expansion plugs (size may vary depending on the cork size)
1/4" diameter wooden dowel
2-part epoxy
1/4" drill bit

assortment of found objects
hammer
drill
pliers or vise
awl or punch

Prepare Expansion Plugs

Mark center of expansion cap with awl then drill through center of expansion cap using 1/4-inch drill bit.

Mark the center of the expansion cap with an awl before drilling a hole for the dowel.

Drill through the center of the expansion cap using 1/4-inch drill bit.

Marking Hole in Expansion Cap For Wine Stopper

Mark the center of the expansion cap with an awl before drilling a hole for the dowel.

Drilling Expansion Cap For Wine Stopper

Drill through the center of the expansion cap using 1/4-inch drill bit.

Drill Cork

Drill a 3/4-inch deep hole in the center of the cork using 1/4-inch drill bit. Tip: Placing expansion plug on the cork before drilling will ensure proper alignment. Use tape wrapped around your drill bit to give you a measured stopping point.

Drilling Hole in Cork For Wine Stopper

Cut Dowel

Cut 1/4-inch diameter dowel to 1-1/2-inch length.

Cutting Dowel For Wine Stopper

Cut 1/4-inch diameter dowel to 1-1/2-inch length.

Attach Pieces

Apply two-part epoxy to cork head and adhere expansion plug and dowel.

Gluing Cork For Wine Bottle Stopper

Apply two-part epoxy to the cork head and adhere the expansion plug and dowel.

Attach Object

Drill hole in center of found object. Apply epoxy to dowel and attach found object.

Drill hole in the center of your found object to insert a dowel for a custom wine stopper.

Apply epoxy to the dowel and attach it to the found object.

Drilling Hole in Object for Wine Stopper

Drill hole in the center of your found object to insert a dowel for a custom wine stopper.

Attach Dowel and Decorative Top For Wine Stopper

Apply epoxy to the dowel and attach it to the found object.

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