Add a touch of whimsy to your glass bottles with this easy DIY beaded bottle toppers! Use hat pins, beads, and corks to make these!
It was a tiny secret that took years to be revealed.
When my Patrick and I first dated, I had just purchased a new perfume. I loved it and used it lavishly. Our relationship flourished and I connected my eau de toilette with the passion. But when the romance ran out, so did the fragrance.
Patrick and I eventually reunited, and it was five happy years into our matrimony when I came across a beauty catalog. There on the front cover was a promotion celebrating the relaunch of some old favorites — including my saucy scent.
I was so excited. This was my chance to right the wrong. I bought the huge economy size, spritzed it on and waited for any retro romantic reaction.
He didn’t mention a word, much less come near me.
Figuring his allergies were acting up, I went for another round of the perfume, but I couldn’t find it.
“Have you seen my new perfume?” I asked.
“Hmmm, it’s not there?” he innocently replied. “Oh, just let it go, honey, I like the perfume you have now.”
“But I got it as a surprise for you!” I said, with a big smile. “Don’t you remember the smell? It’s the one I used to wear when we were first dating!”
There was a pause, and then the horrifying reply.
“OK, I hid it,” he confessed. “I never wanted to hurt your feelings then, or now, but dang! That perfume is skanky-smelling! The whole time we were dating I dreaded it, but you liked it so much. … Please don’t put me through that again!”
So I found out the hard way that if only I had asked him long ago, perhaps we would never have ended our courtship the first time. You think?
Anyway, I dedicate this Beaded bottle topper project to my hubby. May he find the perfect perfume to go with one of these bottles.
DIY Beaded Bottle Toppers
Supplies
* 3 glass, painted or wood beads in assorted sizes
* 3 seed beads
* 1 hatpin
* 1 bag of assorted-size corks
* Glass bottle (any size)
Directions:
Match the beads’ color scheme with the room where you will display your bottle.
Arrange the beads on the hatpin, leaving 1 inch at the bottom.
Choose a cork that fits your bottle.
Carefully push the beaded pin into the middle of the cork and place into bottle.
Tip: Fill with colored mouthwash for added dimension, or glue other beads around the lip.
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Other ideas
Wire-wrapped crystal toppers
Use jewelry wire to wrap crystals or stones to the hat pin for a boho-chic look, perfect for wellness-themed gifts.
Mini charm dangles
Add small dangling charms (like hearts, stars, moons, or initials) between the beads for extra movement and personalization.
Holiday-themed toppers
Create versions for holidays—think mini pumpkins and orange beads for fall, red and green for Christmas, or hearts and glitter for Valentine’s Day.
Glow-in-the-dark beads
Incorporate glow or UV-reactive beads to make nighttime bar carts or garden décor sparkle.
Vintage button toppers
Stack colorful vintage buttons instead of beads for a retro, upcycled twist.
Painted corks
Paint or decoupage the corks themselves before inserting the beaded pins for an extra pop of design.
Herb jar toppers
Use wood or natural-toned beads for kitchen spice or herb jars, then label each cork for a cute apothecary vibe.
Mini photo toppers
Use permanent adhesive or UV resin to fuse a photo charm to the hat pin or wire, in addition to the beads.
Beads + fabric scraps
Tie a small strip of colorful fabric or ribbon under the bead stack for a layered, textured look.
Resin charm toppers
Make your own resin cabochons to sit at the top of the pin—custom shapes, glitter, or pressed flowers included!
awwwwww… I hate when that happens!
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That is so funny. I’m glad he told you finally! Heehee
My old favorite is called Sun, Moon and Stars. I have to go and see if I can find it. Bottles are so unique and fun!