Wine butler made from blocks

Instructions No. 3583

Instructions No. 3583

Difficulty: Beginner

Are you looking for a unique DIY project that will not only boost your creativity, but will also be indispensable at your next picnic? Then I've got just the thing for you! These craft instructions will show you how to make a stylish wine carrier with space for glasses from simple wooden cubes. This homemade wine carrier is guaranteed to turn heads and is also ideal as a personalised gift. What are you waiting for? Let's get to work and bring your DIY skills to life!

Simply made:

1. Carefully pull the lanterns apart and insert the plastic hanger.

2. Coat the lanterns with craft glue and place the pressed flowers and leaves on them.

3. After the glue has dried, press the light chain into the plastic hangers.

If you prefer more colour, you can decorate the lanterns with transparent paper.

Tear the paper into small pieces and stick them onto the lanterns with napkin glue. As soon as everything has dried, a second layer of napkin varnish can be applied as a protective layer. Then you can continue with the second point.

First gluing steps

Using handicraft glue , glue eight groups of four wooden blocks together along their long sides. Make sure to let each of these constructions dry well so that they are stable.

Further gluing steps

While the blocks of four are drying, take the time to glue seven groups of two wooden blocks together on the short side. Again, it is important that you allow the glue to dry thoroughly.

Prepare the base and side walls

As soon as everything is dry, take three of the long panels of four and glue two of each together. These will later serve as the base and side walls on which the wine bottle will rest.

Drill holes for the carrying handle

Once the previous joints have also dried, drill a hole in the top of two of the side walls. You will need these holes to pull the cord through as a carrying handle.

Fasten the outer walls

Use the remaining four panels to form the two outer sides of the base plate. Glue them firmly in place so that the base of your wine carrier stands.

Constructing the inner walls

Glue the prepared side walls with the drilled holes a little further in so that there is a compartment for the wine bottle in the middle and space for glasses on the left and right.

Securing the wine bottle and glasses

Use the previously made two-length constructions to glue three pieces to the front and four to the back of the construction. These will prevent your glasses and the bottle from falling out.

Attach the carrying handle

Finally, thread the cord through the holes in the middle side walls and knot them tightly. This gives you a practical carrying handle for your wine carrier. Optionally, you can also place wood wool in the glass compartments to create an additional eye-catcher.

Now that you have finished every single component of your unique wine carrier, there's just one thing missing: the right materials! In our online store, you'll find all the craft supplies you need, such as wooden blocks, handicraft glue, drill bits and cords, to make your project a reality. Visit us and get creative!