Old glass balloons (demyjohns) are true treasures from flea markets or Grandma’s basement. Their organic, often mouth-blown glass instantly adds character to any room.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Here are 6 creative ways to upcycle these glass giants:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
This is a classic for glass balloons. Since the glass is often tinted greenish or brownish, it creates a beautiful play of light.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Here’s how: Fill with a layer of gravel for drainage, some activated charcoal, and soil. Plant small ferns, mosses, or fittonias using long tweezers or sticks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The best part: Once watered and sealed, a self-sufficient ecosystem is created that requires hardly any maintenance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
A glass balloon as a lamp base looks both elegant and airy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Here’s how: You can drape a string of lights inside or buy a special cork set with a socket that simply fits into the neck of the balloon.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Design tip: Fill the bottom of the balloon with sand, shells, or driftwood to conceal the cable and create a vacation vibe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Here’s how: If the balloon is still in its original wicker or wire basket, it’s stable enough. Place a round plate made of tempered glass or reclaimed wood on top of the opening (secure it with rubber bumpers).<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Effect: A real eye-catcher on the patio that, despite its size, takes up hardly any visual space.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
For your next garden party, you can transform the balloon into a dispenser.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Here’s how: There are special drill bits for glass that allow you to drill a hole in the lower third for a tap. Alternatively, you can use a ladle with a long handle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Contents: Homemade lemonade with mint and berries looks fantastic in the bulbous glass.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Sometimes less is more. A single, large branch (e.g., magnolia, cherry blossom, or corkscrew willow) in a glass balloon looks like a sculpture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Stability tip: Because the balloons have narrow necks, they tend to tip over easily with heavy branches. Fill the bottom with decorative river stones to lower the center of gravity.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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