13 DIY Teacup Repurpose And Upcycle Ideas
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Repurpose and upcycle old teacups into works of art. Get inspired with these 13 fabulous ideas for repurposing teacups. Use teacups you have on hand, or pick some up at the thrift store!
13 Ways To Reuse Old Teacups
Maybe you have a few pieces of China you inherited from a beloved relative. Pick one of these projects and showcase that piece instead of hiding it away in a cupboard.
Teacup and Candle Holder Repurpose Idea
See how I made this chic DIY bird feeder using vintage teacups and a candle holder. This is a great way to add a touch of whimsy to your garden.
Make DIY Teacup Christmas Ornaments
Learn how to make unique teacup Christmas ornaments with just a few inexpensive craft supplies and an old teacup.
Vintage Tea Cup Planter Perfect for Spring
Have a little fun crafting to make pretty spring planters using faux or fresh flowers. Add a cute bird's nest for added interest and texture.
DIY Teacup Gnomes Tutorial
It's Always Autumn has a love for gnomes and made the cutest teacup gnome that you don't want to miss. Get the step-by-step tutorial to make your own.
Teacup Planter with String of Pearls
Patty from Hearth and Vine shows us how to make a pretty hanging teacup planter with a string of pearls plant. This is an inexpensive way to add a touch of greenery to any space.
Wall Vase From Repurposed Broken China Teacups
Claire from Pillar Box Blue got creative with a really cool wall vase made with broken china. Learn how to make this fun DIY.
Make Roses Using Paper Napkins
Learn how to make sweet paper roses and add them to a teacup for an adorable piece of home decor.
DIY Fairy Garden in a Thrifted Teacup
How fun is this fairy garden displayed in a thrifted teacup? The little ladder on the side is just darling!
DIY Teacup Bird Feeder
It is surprisingly easy to make your own DIY bird feeder using plumbing supplies!
Teapot Garden Feature DIY Tutorial
Keep an eye out for whimsical tea pots. They make beautiful garden features paired with teacups. This little bunny tea pot is too cute!
Spring Planter under Glass
A DIY cloche is the perfect way to decorate a coffee table, or create a vignette. This display is beautiful!
Make A Simple Floating Teacup
Floating teacups may look difficult to make, but they are super easy as you will see in this tutorial.
Tea Cup Candle Tutorial
There is nothing like the gift of handmade, especially pretty candles in teacups. These are great for Mother's Day, birthdays or just because.
Which was your favorite teacup upcycle idea? I guess it is the color combination, but I really love the teacup filled with the pink paper napkin roses.
As always, thanks for being here, Kathy
Author: Kathy Owen
Kathy Owen is the founder of the home decor blog Petticoat Junktion where she shares tutorials on painting furniture and upcycling thrifty finds into unique home décor. Her DIY projects have been featured on the Home Depot Blog, Plaid Crafts, Behr Designer Series, and in numerous magazines.
I truly like the ideas you presented. In the closet, there are cups & saucers relatives left. I wanted to do something special with them. Now I can with your examples. Thanks for sharing them.
Very cute! Thanks for sharing!