ENGL 4021 L03 - Technical Writing

Vintage Cork Coaster

Upcycle Project
What is Upcycling?
To upcycle is to treat an item that has already been used in such a
way that you male something of greater quality or value than the
original item. (Oxford University Press, n.d.)

The complete and easy guide to make

your own vintage cork coasters.

Materials:
Corks Scissors

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Cardboard Pencil
Glue Strainer
Serrated knife Pot
or Cutter Water

Steps:
1. Pour some water into a pot and
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place eight to twelve corks into a

strainer.

2. Place the strainer over the pot and let them steam over the
stove for 10-15 minutes.
3. Put the corks to the side and let them cool to the touch.
4. Take a small piece of
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cardboard, draw a circle with a

pencil on it and cut it out.
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5. Carefully cut the corks in half and

glue them on the cardboard circle from
the inside to the outside of it.

6. Optionally, decorate the coaster with beads or ribbons.

Photo taken by: Patricia M. Vélez Mejías

Photo taken by: Patricia M. Vélez Mejías

WARNING: HOT SURFACES AND

SHARP ITEMS. CHILDREN SHOULD BE
SUPERVISED BY AN ADULT.

Watch a demonstration in: Vintage Cork Coaster-PMVM.MOV

Adapted from: Wine Cork Coasters Look Great on a Budget! - DIY Candy
Group Members: Patricia M. Vélez Mejías, Paola N. Kalil Rivera, Fabiola A. Alvarado Rodríguez, Jaylis M.
Colón Coronado
Prof. Pier Le Compte