Jewels

First of all, happy 2012 to all of you lovely DIYers and crafters out there!  I hope that your holidays were fabulous and that you started off the new year right!

I have been planning for a friend’s bridal shower and dinner that is quickly approaching, and I was wandering around on the web and found just what I think I need.  I found the picture on Pinterest of wine bottles that had been cut around the bottom so that they can hold candles in them.  They look so elegant and extremely beautiful.  Plus, the wedding is going to be held at a vineyard and my friend is definitely a wine lover.  I just know she will adore them.

Now, I am on a mission to collect as many wine bottles as I possibly can.  I read from the Pinterest post that some of the bottles might splinter or crack during the process, so having more than needed will be very important.

If you are afraid that you won’t be able to cut the glass, then don’t be.  While I have not done this specific craft, I did cut off the ends of a wine bottle for something different a few years ago.  I have posted a video below that shows you how to easily cut through the glass bottles with a glass cutting tool and water.