Good morning friends!
So it's the first DIY of 2015 and I couldn't be more excited to share this one with you.
Are you familiar with all of those great vintage demijohn or wine bottles you see in antique stores? Well, I've coveted one (or many) for along time now but I can't justify the cost for an accessory that is a 'want' not a 'need'.
Retail stores sell them too but they can be even more pricey. The ones from Birchlane are $79-$129 and the ones from Pottery Barn are from $99-$199.
{Birchlane recycled glass bottles}
{Pottery Barn oversized wine bottles}
Can I just tell you how excited I was, like jumping up and down in the aisle excited, when I spotted this giant jug of apple cider in our local grocery store for $4!
Do you see it's potential? Okay, take a minute, now do you see it?
Immediately after consuming the entire jug of cider over the Christmas break I peeled off the label, glued some twine around the top and filled it with holly branches we clipped from the yard.
(My) BEST.DIY.EVER.
Okay, probably not the best, or coolest, or most original but definitely the easiest and cheapest with the most impact :)
I can't wait to use this all over the house. I may even go grab a few more before they disappear until next season.
I want also want to take a minute and thank you guys for reading and following along on our DIY journey!!! I'm so thankful for each of you and 2014 never would have happened without your support and readership. I hope you enjoy all the fun projects we have planned this year!
Cheers!
Here are a few highlights from 2014 in case you missed anything:
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Becky | This Is Happiness
Love it Summer! Such a great idea!!
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Thanks so much Becky!
Pam @ Simple Details
Oh my gosh, so simple and genius,, Summer!! You're going to be seeing those all over the blogosphere!
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Thanks so much Pam! That would be awesome lol :)
Kris {driven by decor}
I am totally showing this post to my husband because I have saved about six or seven apple cider jugs since they're so cute to do something with them "some day". He doesn't have my vision and is just annoyed that I've had these empty jugs in our cabinet for months
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Ha! You should Kris! These jugs are a crucial part of home design right ?!?!
Kyla @HouseOfHipsters
Hi Summer! Just wanted to let you know, we are featuring your post on Found & Foraged tonight!
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Wow, yay! Thanks so much Kyla!!
Laura Irion // Avery Street Design
LOVE this Summer! It's soooo perfect. Amazing job. And your site design is looking beautiful too!! xo sweet friend! ~Laura
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Thanks so much Laura!!! xoxo
Kyla @HouseofHipsters
Ummmm, why have I spent so much money on demijohn bottles? Seriously! BEST DIY EVER! So awesome!
Simple Stylings {For The Semi-Creative Mind}
Thanks Kyla! I would have been asking myself that same question next year if I hadn't found these :)
lisa @ Shine Your Light
That is such an awesome upcycle of a $4 bottle of cider! Love how the twine makes it special. Now I am going to be looking at things at the grocery store in a whole new light. Also that pic of your little man with the bow tie??? Could that be any cuter????
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Aww, thanks so much Lisa! I do love the bow tie :)
Sarah @ Life On Virginia Street
I LOVE this!! So creative!
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Thank you so much Sarah!
Claudia
What a great idea, Summer. It looks so nice on your table. By the way, I love your blog.
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Thanks so much Claudia!
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Great idea!! I found one of these bottles at a yard sale -- it was HUGE, a total STEAL and completely lucky! But this is such a smart way to make an affordable version.
Lora
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Awesome score! I've never found one at a good price so I'm glad I found this one! Thanks Lora!!!
Jennifer @ Dimples and Tangles
Well, aren't you smart? Love it!
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:) Thanks Jennifer!
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How fun is this. Great idea and it looks fantastic.
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Thank you SO much Marty!
Rachael @ This is our Bliss
This is fantastic! What a great find! Makes me want to brave the negative temps & head out on a hunt for one of these!! Love your DIY's & style!
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Such a great simple and stylish ;) project. Love it
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Thanks Julia!!