As the autumn leaves begin to fall and autumn approaches, there’s no better way to combine a love for wine and crafts than with this adorable candy corn wine cork craft. With just a handful of simple materials – wine corks, paint, and glue – you can make colorful seasonal décor.
This craft is an enchanting nod to the iconic fall tricolor treat and is quick and easy to make. It is an iconic fall craft and the perfect wine cork craft for Thanksgiving or Halloween. Whether you’re a DIY enthusiast or simply looking for a fun fall activity, this craft offers everyone a dash of festive fun!
Candy Corn Wine Cork Craft
The candy corn wine cork craft is charming and highly versatile, making it the perfect addition to your fall-themed decorations. It can do double duty, first at Halloween and then at Thanksgiving.
Halloween Mantel Display: Position your candy corn wine corks amidst spider webs, tiny pumpkins, and flickering candlelights. Add a Halloween Garland to create an enchanting Halloween vignette on your fireplace mantel. The vibrant colors pop against the eerie backdrop, adding a touch of whimsy to the spooky ambiance.
Thanksgiving Table Centerpiece: When it’s time to give thanks, arrange these adorable wine cork crafts on a rustic wooden tray alongside pinecone turkeys and autumn leaves from this Gratitude Wreath. They serve as a delightful centerpiece, infusing the dining space with warmth, charm, and a touch of handcrafted elegance.
Candy Corn Wine Cork Craft
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Candy Corn Craft Supplies
- Wine Corks – new or used
- Acrylic Craft Paint in White, Orange, and Yellow
- Glue Gun and Glue Sticks
- Black Gingham Ribbon
- Scissors
- Paintbrush
Candy Corn Craft Instructions
Lay out 21 corks on your work surface in a triangle, starting with 6 corks on the bottom: one cork, two corks, three corks, four corks, five corks, and six corks.
Glue each row of corks together for a total of 5 rows. Then, stack and glue the rows together to create a pyramid shape.
Paint the Wine Cork Ends
Paint the ends of the first and second rows from the top of the pyramid with white acrylic craft paint using a paintbrush. Let paint dry, and apply a second coat, if necessary.
Paint the cork ends of the next two rows (the third and fourth rows from the top) with orange acrylic craft paint using a paintbrush. Let paint dry, and apply a second coat, if necessary.
Paint the ends of the bottom 2 rows or wine corks (fifth and sixth rows) with yellow acrylic craft paint using a paintbrush. Let paint dry, and apply a second coat, if necessary.
Add a bow to the candy corn
Tie black gingham ribbon into a bow. Trim and long ends with scissors.
Glue the bow on the candy corn wherever you like it best.
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Candy Corn Wine Cork Craft
Equipment
- Glue Gun and Glue Sticks
- Scissors
- Paintbrush
Materials
- 21 Wine Corks
- Acrylic Craft Paint – White Orange, Yellow
- Black Gingham Ribbon
Instructions
- Lay out 21 corks on your work surface in a triangle, starting with 6 corks on the bottom: one cork, two corks, three corks, four corks, five corks, and six corks.
- Glue each row of corks together for a total of 5 rows. Then, stack and glue the rows together to create a pyramid shape.
- Paint the ends of the first and second rows from the top of the pyramid with white acrylic craft paint using a paintbrush. Let paint dry, and apply a second coat, if necessary.
- Paint the cork ends of the next two rows (the third and fourth rows from the top) using a paintbrush with orange acrylic craft paint.
- Paint the ends of the bottom 2 rows of wine corks (fifth and sixth rows) with yellow acrylic craft paint using a paintbrush.
- Tie black gingham ribbon. Trim and long ends with scissors.
- Glue the bow on the candy corn wherever you like it best.