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DIY Wine Cork Succulent Magnets: Easy Mini Planter Tutorial

DIY Wine Cork Succulent Magnets: Easy Mini Planter Tutorial

These wine cork planters are utterly charming and practical.

They're a breeze to craft and make adorable fridge magnets!

With years of DIY experience, I've found these mini succulent pots to be the perfect gift for wine enthusiasts or plant lovers.

This original idea turns keepsakes into living decor. Here's how:

DIY Wine Cork Succulent Magnets: Easy Mini Planter Tutorial

Contents
  • What you'll need
  • Step-by-step instructions
  • The finished result

As a crafting expert, I love quick projects like these cork magnet planters. Repurpose that cork from your favorite wine bottle into a tiny, long-lasting planter.

Display them proudly on your fridge for a touch of green whimsy.

What You'll Need

  • Wine corks
  • Small magnets
  • Potting soil
  • Succulent cuttings
  • Hot glue gun
  • Swiss Army knife (or pocket knife)
  • Screwdriver

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Lay corks on a cardboard box. Use your pocket knife to start hollowing.

DIY Wine Cork Succulent Magnets: Easy Mini Planter Tutorial

2. Poke a starter hole in the top of each cork with the screwdriver.

DIY Wine Cork Succulent Magnets: Easy Mini Planter Tutorial

3. Enlarge the hole using the knife.

DIY Wine Cork Succulent Magnets: Easy Mini Planter Tutorial

4. Hollow to about the middle of the cork for stability.

DIY Wine Cork Succulent Magnets: Easy Mini Planter Tutorial

5. Secure magnets to the base with hot glue.

DIY Wine Cork Succulent Magnets: Easy Mini Planter Tutorial

6. Fill the hollows with soil.

DIY Wine Cork Succulent Magnets: Easy Mini Planter Tutorial

7. Plant your succulent cuttings snugly.

DIY Wine Cork Succulent Magnets: Easy Mini Planter Tutorial

Your Finished Planters

DIY Wine Cork Succulent Magnets: Easy Mini Planter Tutorial

Voila! Your mini cork planters are ready to stick on the fridge.

Simple enough for kids to join in, and guaranteed to impress guests. These trusted favorites from my workshop never fail to delight.