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101 ways to cute up vintage teacups

July 6, by Minnie.

There are so many things you can do to repurpose a vintage tea cup.

How do you define vintage teacups?

Vintage teacups are cups that were made in the past, typically between the 1920s and 1970s. They are often highly decorated with intricate designs, and can be made from a variety of materials such as fine bone china, porcelain, or earthenware. Some vintage teacups may also feature hand-painted designs or gold detailing.

Vintage teacups are highly sought after by collectors and enthusiasts, who appreciate their craftsmanship and unique designs. They can be used for their original purpose of serving tea, or can be displayed as decorative pieces. Vintage teacups can often be found at antique stores, thrift stores, or online marketplaces.

It is important to carefully examine vintage teacups before purchasing, as they may have imperfections or cracks that can affect their value and usability.

So what can you do with them in crafting?

They can be repurposed into a variety of different projects, such as creating candle holders, bird feeders, or even jewelry holders. The delicate and intricate designs of vintage teacups make them particularly well-suited for crafting projects that involve decorating or adding embellishments.

Some popular crafting projects that incorporate vintage teacups include:

  • Teacup candles – Melt wax and pour it into a vintage teacup to create a unique candle holder. Here’s a tutorial to get you started: https://www.countryliving.com/diy-crafts/how-to/a40010/how-to-make-teacup-candles/
  • Teacup bird feeder – Drill a hole in the bottom of a teacup, string it onto a chain, and fill it with birdseed to create a bird feeder. Here’s a tutorial that shows you how: https://gardentherapy.ca/teacup-bird-feeder/
  • Teacup planters – Fill a teacup with soil and plant a small succulent or other plant inside. Here’s a tutorial that shows you how: https://www.hgtv.com/design/make-and-celebrate/handmade/how-to-make-a-tea-cup-herb-garden
  • Teacup jewelry holder – Glue a small plate to the top of a teacup to create a stand, and use the cup to hold jewelry or other small items. Here’s a tutorial that shows you how: https://www.shelterness.com/diy-teacup-jewelry-stand/
  • Teacup pin cushions – Transform your vintage teacup into a charming pin cushion. You can use a fabric scrap that matches the teacup’s design for the pin cushion, making it look even more lovely. Here’s a tutorial to get you started: https://www.sewmuchado.com/teacup-pin-cushion-tutorial/
  • Teacup clock – Create a unique clock by repurposing a vintage teacup as the clock face. Here’s a tutorial that shows you how: https://www.diynetwork.com/how-to/make-and-decorate/decorating/how-to-make-a-teacup-clock
  • Teacup birdhouse – Turn a vintage teacup into a miniature birdhouse that you can display in your garden or on your windowsill. Here’s a tutorial that shows you how: https://www.hgtv.com/design/make-and-celebrate/handmade/how-to-make-a-teacup-birdhouse
  • Teacup wreath – Use vintage teacups to create a charming wreath that can be used to decorate your front door or any room in your home. Here’s a tutorial that shows you how: https://www.etsy.com/au/market/teacup_wreath
  • Teacup planter – Repurpose a vintage teacup as a planter for small plants or succulents. You can add some pebbles or rocks at the bottom of the cup for drainage. Here’s a tutorial to get you started: https://debraleebaldwin.com/succulent-projects/make-succulent-teacup-gardens/

Here are some more original ideas

My next non sewing project, besides hanging pictures, is going to be making a tea cup hanging light. I couldn’t find a tutorial online but I figure it has to be pretty easy. All I need are some lamp parts or even some old Christmas lights, a ceramic bit for my drill and ceramic glue or even super glue.

The teacup lights pictured above were made by Domestic Construction and they’ll make them to order for you!

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This repurposed China teacup birdbath bird bath birdfeeder made by ohthepollybilities on Etsy would be a super cute addition to a garden or nice hanging outside a kitchen window.

teacup03_dadcandleMaking a candle out of an old teacup, like this one from LuCrafts on Etsy, would make a nice present too.

You can find a tutorial for making a soy teacup candle by Cheeky Stitch on Instructables.

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