Tuesday, October 25, 2011

Silver Leaf Wine Bottle

Yesterday, I showed you how I added silver leaf to an old tray - 


I explained the whole silver leaf process in that post.  It was fun and I was happy with the results.  I also mentioned that I decided to cover another object in silver leaf - that's right, I covered a wine bottle.  I actually got the idea from browsing through the ZGallerie website.  I came across this-


Aren't they beautiful?  They are also $44.95 and up.  Although they are mercury glass, I think it's the shape and shine that really make them fun.  So, I figured a little silver leaf would have a similar look.  I took an empty wine bottle-


I soaked it to get the label off.  And made sure it was clean.  Then, I simply followed the same process as I did for the tray.  I brushed on adhesive size-


Let it dry for about 30 minutes.  Then I set sheets of silver leaf on the bottle and smoothed them with a clean brush.  I wanted a not-so-perfect look so I was applying the sheets in a random fashion-



After the whole bottle was covered, I used the brush to sweep off the excess silver leaf.  I sprayed it with a sealer and now I have this-





The silver leaf wine bottle really has a lot of texture up close.  It will make a cute decoration for holidays.  And it was free.  Woohoo!  You know how I love free!  I had everything on hand.  Actually, I still have more silver leaf left over - there must be something here that would look better shiny...

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35 comments:

  1. What a great transformation! I think I saw your plate on another post! LOL! You did an awesome job on these pieces!!

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  2. So pretty! Such a big improvement! And it does look expensive! Thanks for sharing! Will use your idea on other projects! Mwah! :)

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  4. That looks so cool! Where did you buy your silver leaf at? I would love for you to share with my readers if you get the chance: http://www.momontimeout.com/2011/10/taking-timeout-thursday-link-party-no-2.html

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  5. Wow! This turned out so good. I wanna try this too :-)

    Stopping by from Southern Lovely!

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  6. What a good idea...saw you on thirtyhandmadedays link party. We just did chalkboard wine bottles and they turned out great. Check them out if you get a chance thedesperatecraftwives.blogspot.com

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  7. you did a great job and I like the look

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  8. thanks for sharing such a great project. i enjoy figuring out different project to silver leaf. I bought silver leaf in bulk 5 years ago and still have sheets left over : )

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  9. This looks great! Can't wait to see what you silver leaf next :)

    Jenny
    www.simcoestreet.blogspot.com

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  10. Silver leafing is something I've never tried. But you inspired me. I's like to do a bottle like that then embellish it with an old jeweled earring or brooch.

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  11. Free is sooooo much better than $45. Love the shine of the silver leafing, especially for holiday decorating. (visiting from TT&J)

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  12. I think there is no stopping you now! :) your plate and bottle look great.
    gail

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  13. I've never tried the silver leafing before. I've always been too scared to do it but you've inspired me to try it out! ;) Thanks for linking up to Sassy Sites FFA party! Have a wonderful Halloween weekend! XOXO!!

    Marni @ Sassy Sites!

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  14. It is awesome! I want one now. Going to have to try this! Thanks for linking up with us and sharing :)
    Britney
    www.jandmseyecandy.blogspot.com

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  15. Awesome - everything looks better shiny!

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  16. Great job! I love how unique it is.

    Visiting from Under the Table's party. Thanks for sharing.
    Pam

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  17. Fun! I was just looking at silver leaf a couple weeks ago. I may have to break down and buy some. These are lovely!

    Aloha,
    Charlie

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  18. I just LOVE new ideas for using things like this! I don't drink much wine but I do like the wine bottles for various things.

    I came here from the "Homemaker on a Dime" site because this is such a great idea for our Linky Party too this week. The theme is 'Creative Final Resting Place Ideas' this time.

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    We'd love to host your 'link' there this week too!

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  20. Really cool! I am saving this idea.

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  21. What a beautiful gift idea! These would be perfect to give at Christmas as a vase alternative. Thanks for sharing!

    www.sweetcsdesigns.com

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  22. This looks gorgeous! Love the fabulous color! Thanks so much for sharing with the Pink Hippo Party.. can't wait to see what you share next!
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  23. Super ideja!!!
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  24. Ah! My comment disappeared! I love this, it turned out so great! I'm totally going to have to copy it! ;)

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  25. Oh wow, that is so clever! I love how smooth it looks! What a great job you did! Thanks for sharing this @ Show & Share! I am so glad to have you here!

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  26. I have always wondered about silver leaf. I can't wait to try it. Looks great.

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  27. My project for the Pinterest challenge also used silver leaf. I love it!!! I love your wine bottle and tray too.

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  28. This is really very cool! I have a collection of wine bottles that I've saved over the years that I had no idea what to do with and now I'm inspired! Thanks! :)

    xo Catharine @ Your Modern Couple

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  30. Love this! I have a large wine bottle that I added silver paint to the inside but I am not loving the look. I'll be hitting Michaels tomorrow for silver leaf. Thanks!
    xo,
    Sherry

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