(I love stuff like this!)
Let's say you like to indulge in a little glass of vino every now and again...more power to you! But what do you do, exactly, with all those corks that accumulate? Well, the folks over at Smart Spending have compiled a great list of "25 Things to Do with Used Corks".
Here are some of my favorites:
1. Floor savers. Slice the cork into small disks and attach to the bottom of furniture, chairs, and other items that could scratch the floor. (This technique is also good on cupboard doors to prevent them from slamming).
2. Business card/place card holder. This has an elegant touch at dinner parties and is an ingenious way to present a business card in an office setting.
3. Garden mulch. Grind your corks up in a food processor and add to your garden bed. The cork will retain moisture and mulch your garden effectively.
4. Stamps. This is a great one to do with the kids. Carve stars, moons, letters and other shapes into your cork top. Dab with ink, and have fun.
That last one reminds me to mention that even if YOU can't use household recyclables like corks, you might check with local daycares or schools, who can frequently put these types of items to use!
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