Wine Corks

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kk2187

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Does anyone have a stockpile of wine corks that they aren't planning on using?

I'd like to start crafting a few things (thanks Pinterest! :lol:) and unfortunately it'd take me a really long time to drink that much wine, though I'd give it hell. :buddies:
 
frequentflier

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kk2187 said:
Does anyone have a stockpile of wine corks that they aren't planning on using?

I'd like to start crafting a few things (thanks Pinterest! :lol:) and unfortunately it'd take me a really long time to drink that much wine, though I'd give it hell. :buddies:
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How many corks do you need and do you care what they say?
 
jazz lady

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A lot of wineries are going to synthetic corks, so unfortunately I don't have a huge stockpile of real corks. I know I've seen craft stores selling bags of corks (Michael's?) and there are tons of on-line sources for buying corks in bulk on the cheap.

Amazon.com: corks

I thought this was the cutest thing I've seen lately for using corks (scroll down the page):

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jazz lady said:
A lot of wineries are going to synthetic corks, so unfortunately I don't have a huge stockpile of real corks.
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We were told while touring Bully Hills Vineyards in upstate NY (about 8 years ago) that the cork trees were diseased and cork would no longer be available. I am surprized how many wineries are still using real corks.
I have some for the OP if she wants them.
 
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jazz lady said:
A lot of wineries are going to synthetic corks, so unfortunately I don't have a huge stockpile of real corks. I know I've seen craft stores selling bags of corks (Michael's?) and there are tons of on-line sources for buying corks in bulk on the cheap.

Amazon.com: corks

I thought this was the cutest thing I've seen lately for using corks (scroll down the page):

Stonewall Kitchen - Specialty Foods, Gifts, Gift Baskets, Kitchenware and Kitchen Accessories, Tableware, Home and Garden Décor and Accessories
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OMG, the cork trees are too cute!
 
jazz lady

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frequentflier said:
We were told while touring Bully Hills Vineyards in upstate NY (about 8 years ago) that the cork trees were diseased and cork would no longer be available. I am surprized how many wineries are still using real corks.
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I had heard the rumor that cork was in short supply and have found with a little investigation it is absolutely false there is or has ever been a cork shortage.

The truth is, there is not a cork shortage. It is a matter of costs. The reason we see more aluminum twist off caps and plastic cork is simply because of cheaper costs. Since cork requires a lot of age and time, it is expensive to produce cork and results in a higher price point. However, plenty of cork has been harvested and trees are plentiful. The problem comes down to these new materials being chosen over cork, which has been a hard hit to the the cork industry.
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Is There a Cork Shortage? | Lydony
 
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jazz lady said:
A lot of wineries are going to synthetic corks, so unfortunately I don't have a huge stockpile of real corks. I know I've seen craft stores selling bags of corks (Michael's?) and there are tons of on-line sources for buying corks in bulk on the cheap.

Amazon.com: corks

I thought this was the cutest thing I've seen lately for using corks (scroll down the page):

Stonewall Kitchen - Specialty Foods, Gifts, Gift Baskets, Kitchenware and Kitchen Accessories, Tableware, Home and Garden Décor and Accessories
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Those are cute! I should pass that along to sistard. She usually makes cork boards and those things you put hot dishes on (I can't remember the actual name).
 
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frequentflier said:
How many corks do you need and do you care what they say?
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I'm not sure on the total number yet. I've seen some cute cork wreaths, trivets, initials and such! I don't care what they say, and they can also be from reds or whites. I like the purple stains they get for color variety.

I can stop by either one of your stores (or anywhere else convenient for you) if you don't mind giving them to me! Thanks
 
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Maybe I'll see if I can get enough to make this :lol:
 

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jazz lady

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RoseRed said:
Those are cute! I should pass that along to sistard. She usually makes cork boards and those things you put hot dishes on (I can't remember the actual name).
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Right up her alley! And I'm sure her daughter would love to help. :smile:

I have a couple of cork trivets a friend made for me years ago and LOVE them. :yay:
 
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