Turn Old Teacups Into The Most Adorable Door Decor With A Fun DIY Idea

There is something special and exciting about finding or collecting old teacups. While there are plenty of clever ways to repurpose old teacups around the house, sometimes you just lack the space to display them without taking up valuable surface on countertops or even interior walls. Whether you're a collector or just have an abundance of teacups that need a purpose, turning them into a front door wreath is one of the most stylish ways to up cycle them. You have so many ways to try this DIY, too, so no wreath has to come out the same or follow a certain design pattern. This is where your creativity combines with your love for mugs to make home decor customized to your preferences.

One of the greatest joys of collecting mugs is that you can have the broadest array and assortment of cups, and not one of them needs to match. For your wreath, mismatched teacups and mugs are actually a benefit, as they add color, dimension, and even texture to the finished product. Play around with your collection to find which you want on display, then set these aside for your project.

To repurpose old mugs or teacups this way, you'll need to purchase a wreath form that you can adhere or secure the cups to. The form should be sturdy enough to support the weight, and you'll need to use wire or hooks to connect the cups to it. You can find wire wreath frames at Dollar Tree or buy one online (like this Upstout Store Wire Wreath Frame). If you're using lighter teacups and mugs, Gorilla Super Glue Gel can adhere the ceramic and porcelain to the wreath frame, just ensure you allow each one to dry properly. Use a sturdy clip to hold the cup in place while the adhesive cures.

To add more depth and cover to this decor piece, use saucers and small plates behind some of the teacups. These additions will make the wreath fuller and more textured. You can arrange the cups and saucers and mugs in random patterns, upside down, or tilted; or attach the cups in an upright fashion or even stack them. Don't be afraid to break up the small saucers, too, to make smaller pieces that fit between your cups. Here's another idea: If you're using saucers, adhere wire to their backs with Invisible Plate Hangers from Hobby Lobby, then secure the saucers to the wreath form before gluing cups to them.

The options above make your teacups the sole focus of your wreath. However, you can also try a more subtle design that still shows off your vessels. If you purchase a pre-made greenery wreath, adhere cups to it instead to create a simple hanging decor piece that suits any aesthetic, especially if you use neutral mugs or cups. You can glue down saucers spaced out around the wreath, then secure the cups to the saucers on their sides for an unusual but stylish finish. This method allows people to enjoy the shape and pattern of the cup while also eliminating negative space between the cups.

If you opt for this method, you'll get a bit more space on your wreath to add items like florals, ribbons, or bows, or even vintage or thrifted teaspoons that could pull the theme through. Choose from your own themed mugs or check thrift stores to make multiple wreaths you can change with the seasons. Of course, there's nothing wrong with sticking to neutral mugs that will allow you to keep your wreath up no matter the season. If you've decided to make a wreath completely out of cups, make sure that you use a sturdy piece of fabric, rope, or ribbon to tie around the top of your wreath where it will hang from, and use over-the-door hangers, as they offer a sturdy way to secure the wreath to the hook. For lighter weighted wreathes, a command hook should do. If you want to explore other ways to repurpose cups, learn how to transform old coffee mugs into a centerpiece with this DIY.