If you have quite a few old corks lying around the house then why not put them to good use? With Christmas just around the corner, many of us will be buying bottles of wine and champagne to celebrate the holidays. Here are a few ideas of what to do with the corks once the party season is over.
From one-off jewelry to mini plant holders, there's something to suit everyone in our creative collection below.
![cork coasters](https://www.awesomeinventions.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/cork-coasters.jpg)
Cork coasters are a fun way to protect your table.
These name tags look great for any occasion!
![small plant pots](https://www.awesomeinventions.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/small-plant-pots.jpg)
Corks make gorgeous plant holders for small plants and seedlings.
![cork keychains](https://www.awesomeinventions.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/cork-keychains.jpg)
These cork key rings are easy to make and look amazing!
![mirror cork board](https://www.awesomeinventions.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/mirror-cork-board.jpg)
Don't throw out that old broken mirror. Turn it into a cool cork board instead!
![cork bathmat](https://www.awesomeinventions.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/cork-bathmat.jpg)
Cork bath mats are practical and give a natural feel to your bathroom.
![cork statues](https://www.awesomeinventions.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/cork-statues.jpg)
Cork sculptures. The only limit is your imagination!
![cork decorative ball](https://www.awesomeinventions.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/cork-decorative-ball.jpg)
This cork ball ornament creates a talking point in any room.
![cork knife handles](https://www.awesomeinventions.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/cork-knife-handles.jpg)
Affix cork 'handles' to old broken knives for style, safety and comfort.
![cork jewelry rack](https://www.awesomeinventions.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/cork-jewelry-rack.jpg)
An inexpensive way to display and organize jewelry.
![cork necklace](https://www.awesomeinventions.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/cork-necklace.jpg)
Colorful and creative, the cork necklace is easy to make and is a great gift idea.
![Cork-Ring](https://www.awesomeinventions.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/Cork-Ring.jpg)
Be unique with your own handmade cork ring.
![wine cork letter](https://www.awesomeinventions.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/wine-cork-letter.jpg)
Sticking some old corks together makes a cool sign for a bedroom.
![cork stamps](https://www.awesomeinventions.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/cork-stamps.jpg)
Carve pretty designs into the bottom of your corks to create unique stamps!
A wine cork trivet is both practical and easy to make!