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By now, you’ve probably received a few Christmas cards, so you might be willing to part with a few of last year’s greetings. Instead of chucking them into the recycling bin, upcycle them into holiday-perfect wine charms for your Christmas party.
Find an area with lots of color or an attractive design element, then cut a small hole in the middle for the glasses’ stem and a slit so guests can easily slide the markers on and off. Vary the colors and patterns so each partygoer can easily identify his or her glass. Or, turn those cards into a Christmas tree garland instead.
MORE WAYS TO USE WHAT YOU HAVE THIS HOLIDAY:
- Turn Clothespins Into Snowflake Ornaments
- Transform Old Cards Into a Garland
- Use Old Sweaters to Make Menswear Christmas Stockings
- 30 More Ways to Use What You Already Have
I really like the garland idea.
Now I've gone scrambling for last year's cards!
[...] you catch an episode of Hoarders and want to throw everything away. But there’s another way! Take Liz’s lead and recycle the cards you just can’t bear to part with into pretty holiday decor. They say what goes around comes [...]