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Recycled Wine Bottle Candle Holder

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Welcome to a creative DIY project that is sure to add a unique touch to your home decor. In this tutorial, we will be exploring an alternative way to recycle wine bottles by creating an upturned version of a candle holder. To bring this project to life, you will need a bottle cutter, a tool designed specifically to cut glass bottles. If you are unfamiliar with bottle cutters, don’t worry. Cathi has written a blog post that provides a comprehensive guide to bottle cutters, which you can find on this website.

Once you have the necessary tools, you can follow the step-by-step instructions in the full tutorial, which is available on the project blog post on Savedbylovecreations.com. This tutorial will guide you through the process of cutting the wine bottle and gluing it back together to create the upturned candle holder.

By recycling a wine bottle and creating a unique candle holder, you not only get to showcase your creativity but also contribute to a sustainable environment. So, let’s get started on this exciting DIY project and give a new lease of life to those empty wine bottles!

Here is a different upturned version of a Recycled Wine Bottle Candle holder. For this tutorial you will need a bottle cutter and you can find out more about them here on this blog post by Cathi. For the full tutorial on how to cut your bottle and glue it back together check out the project blog post at Savedbylovecreations.com

 

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Hubcap Creatures: Transforming Roadside Finds into Sculptural Wildlife

Hubcap Creatures is the creative project of British sculptor Ptolemy Elrington, who has transformed discarded hubcaps into captivating sculptures of wildlife. Operating from Brighton, Elrington has been crafting these unique pieces since the late 1990s, turning everyday automotive debris into stunning representations of animals from the natural world.

The artistic process behind Elrington’s sculptures is centered around recycling and upcycling. The hubcaps he uses are typically found on the side of the road and often show signs of wear, including scratches and dents. Elrington believes that these imperfections add character and depth to his creatures, making each piece truly one of a kind.

His work spans a wide range of animals, including foxes, fish, and birds, with each sculpture thoughtfully crafted to showcase the unique features of the materials. The brand logos, grooves, and markings found on the hubcaps often contribute to the creature’s expression and structure, giving them a distinct, textured look.

Elrington’s Hubcap Creatures have been showcased in various exhibitions, both in the UK and internationally. His innovative approach has gained recognition for its creativity and environmental awareness, demonstrating how discarded materials can be transformed into meaningful art.

For art enthusiasts or collectors, Elrington offers a mix of available sculptures and custom commissions, allowing individuals to bring home a piece of this upcycled art. Hubcap Creatures stands as a brilliant example of how creativity can breathe new life into the most unlikely of materials, all while promoting sustainability.