Slumped Bottle Uses

At Cork to Barrel, we melt or "slump" our glass bottles by laying them on their side on a ceramic mold and placing them in a kiln. The kiln is heated to a very high temperature (about 1400 degrees) until the bottles melt. Gravity takes over and the bottles change shape. The kiln is turned off and the bottles are left to cool naturally. The bottles are removed the following day.  

Recycling, "Upcycling", or repurposing wine, liquor, or beer bottles creates both a functional  and decorative piece. 

Some uses for our melted bottles include the following:

Incense Holder

Candle Holder

Soap Dish

Sun Catcher

Potpouri Holder

Spoon Holder

Serving Bowls:

      Nachos & Salsa

      Olives

      Cheese & Crackers

      Butter

      Cranberry Sauce

      Candy