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    Home » Repurposed Items » Repurposed Glass Ideas | Plates Jars Bottles

    Repurposed Glass Ideas | Plates Jars Bottles

    Published by Gail | Published December 1, 2020 | Updated December 14, 2022
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    This collection of repurposed glass ideas will inspire you to pick up some glassware at the thrift store or a yard sale. Easy gift ideas. #MyRepurposedLife #repurposed #glass #glassware #ideas #plates #cups #diy #projects via @repurposedlife

    Are you looking for some great repurposed glass ideas? I love repurposing glassware. If you don’t have a stash of glass items, they are readily available at every thrift store and yard sale for cheap prices! I have made many garden topiaries, loving each one more than the one before. They can be very addicting. If you decide to make one, you will forever be looking at glassware a different way. You’ll imagine it stacked with other pieces. Don’t say I didn’t warn you!

    But repurposed glass is not limited to garden topiaries, read on for so many ideas to inspire you to make something for yourself, or even for someone you love!

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    Repurposed Bottle Ideas

    beer bottles with solar lights

    If you are a wine lover, and have some pretty bottles, why not make some Wine Bottle Solar Lights? The fairy solar lights make this a very easy project. Do you have a special bottle of wine or champagne? This project doesn't modify the bottle at all.

    Mason Jar Luminaries

    Mason Jar Luminaries  are so fun to make! You can jazz them up as much as you like. Prefer something simpler? You can do that too! That's the best part of DIY repurposed glass ideas. YOU do YOU!

    painted decoupaged wine bottle

    Easy Image Transfer & Decoupage on Wine Bottles & Mason Jars make great gift ideas, or craft show projects.

    painted decoupaged spaghetti jar

    I have great tips for painting glass jars and bottles with a paint sprayer.

    Upcycle Plates and Saucers

    diy plate stand with vintage jewelry

    How to make a Plate Stand with Thrift Store pieces. There are so many orphan plates and dishes at thrift stores, and some are so pretty and unique. You can use a small plate, or a large plate to make this easy project!

    Glass Etching Repurposed Glass Ideas

    how to etch glass
    etched glass garden totem

    Have you ever done glass etching? Granted, you need to be careful, but the end results can be stunning. This is especially true when you can customize the etching using a hand made stencil.

    etched baking dish gift idea

    So, this goes way back to early blogging days, but it's such a clever gift idea. No special tools needed to make this personalized etched baking dish. You will always get your dish back when it has it's name on it, right?

    Glassware For the Garden

    pretty glass garden totem repurposed glass ideas

    Here's another oldie but a goodie! I still love making these repurposed glass items for the flower garden. My Glass Totem Tutorial gives you all the information you need. Be warned! Once you start thrift shopping for glassware, you will be hooked! The repurposed glass ideas are endless when you start making these!

    Glass Globe Solar Lights

    hanging solar lantern ceiling fan light

    Do you love solar lights as much as I do? They have changed so much over the years, including charging better in shady areas. These ceiling fan globes are readily available at thrift stores and your local ReStore (Habitat for Humanity). Check out my Glass Globe Solar Light Tutorial.

    Stacked Plate Dessert Dish

    stacked dessert dish Pedestal plate

    Using more thrift store glass, you can make this easy Stacked Plate Dessert Dish.

    dessert plateMore from the archives! Don't you love how simple this repurposed glass dessert plate is? Can you tell how addicting this hobby of collecting glass can be?

    How to Drill China for Teacup Lamps

    teapot lampIf you have someone who loves collecting teapots and teacups, they may not appreciate the fact that you mangled them to make a Teapot Lamp. However if you just appreciate quirky, fun gifts, this is another awesome repurposed glass idea.

    how to drill chinaIt's not terribly difficult to do if you follow my directions on How to Drill China. I would recommend using a corded drill, or perhaps a drill press. Be sure to begin with a cheap piece you don't mind breaking until you get the hang of it.

    How to Paint Glass

    paint on glassIn this How To Paint Glass tutorial, you will see that it's not that hard, and if you put on your thinking cap, you will think of all kinds of ways you can use a clear plate to customize your project.

    Maryann from Domestically Speaking shows you how to do an Artisan Vase.

    Spray Painting Repurposed Glass Ideas

    Stainless Steel Spray PaintSo, here's another project from the archives. BUT, let me just say this. I still use this project in my kitchen, and it looks just as it did when I painted it. Yes, 10 years later!!! Tips for Spray Painting Glass with Stainless Steel Spray Paint.

    paint glassWith all the wonderful colors of paint, why not use one to Spray Paint Glass a Fun color?

    spray paint glass whitePrefer a simple white decor? Use odd pieces of glassware and spray paint glass white.

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    gail

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    1. girlfromwva

      December 01, 2020 at 8:49 am

      love all your projects!

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    2. Eric

      October 14, 2016 at 3:16 pm

      I recently found your site and am already a fan! I supply items such as glass etching cream and stencils to crafters and wanted to see if you would test some of my products for free in exchange for feedback. Will you please let me know by email? I will try to come back to this page later to see if you replied in the comments too. These will be shipped directly to you at no cost. I look forward to hearing from you. Thanks Eric

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    3. Eileen Stablein

      November 21, 2013 at 10:08 pm

      I saw your totems and post about them. You are absolutely right...once you make them you find it hard to stop. After making 10 Isaid, "I must quit, where will I put them"? They are fun to put together. I use weldbond glue---what do you use? Please do not post my email... thank you

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      • gail@myrepurposedlife.net

        November 22, 2013 at 11:46 am

        I use GE Silicone II for windows and doors for my totems. I won't post your email.

        gail

    4. Laura@live-love-scrap

      April 24, 2013 at 11:04 am

      Love these ideas- always interested in finding out what I can do with glassware. Helps give me a reason to go to thrift stores and yard sales!! Thanks for gathering all these photos and putting them in one post!

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    5. Pat

      April 16, 2013 at 10:12 pm

      I have always wanted some of these glass totems in my yard every since seeing yours here. I've never made one because of the littles....
      I might just have to set some NEW GROUNDS RULES...
      ...and you could make me sign that says "Stay of the GLASS".... ha hah aha hahaha!
      🙂 Patricia

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    6. Holly

      April 16, 2013 at 7:24 pm

      Great projects. Love seeing them all together.

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    7. Cher @ Designs by Studio C

      April 16, 2013 at 7:01 pm

      How fabulous! I love every one of these projects!

      Cher @ Designs by Studio C

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    8. Korrie@RedHenHome

      April 16, 2013 at 9:47 am

      Your Valentine doily plate is one of my favorites!

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    9. Sharon @ Elizabeth & Co.

      April 16, 2013 at 9:00 am

      Another amazing round-up of projects Gail! You are a girl with many talents!

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    10. Terri

      April 16, 2013 at 8:35 am

      My fave has to be the teapot lamp...but all projects are amazing as always!

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    11. Inspire Me Heather

      April 16, 2013 at 6:32 am

      Wow, you've done some wonderful projects with glass - I really liked your garden topiarys, beautiful!

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