A Blooming Bottle Fountain

by Rustickraft in Craft > Reuse

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A Blooming Bottle Fountain

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Have you ever thought of turning waste materials into something beautiful and flowing? In this project, we create a decorative water fountain using a glass bottle, clay, sunboard, and plastic bottle cuttings. With simple tools and creative detailing, this fountain transforms everyday materials into a charming home décor piece where water flows continuously, adding life and calm to the space.

Supplies

  1. Glass bottle
  2. Tissue paper
  3. Glue
  4. Sunboard
  5. Cutter / scissors
  6. Clay
  7. GI wire
  8. Flexible pipe
  9. Shower head
  10. 6 watt pump
  11. Plastic bottles (for leaf designs)
  12. Plastic container (for water collection)
  13. Paint & Brushes

Bottle Preparation

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  1. Take a clean glass bottle as the main structure.
  2. Apply glue evenly on the bottle surface.
  3. Wrap tissue paper over the bottle to create texture.
  4. Let it dry completely so the surface becomes firm for further work.

Window Design With Sunboard

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  1. Take a piece of sunboard and draw a window shape on it.
  2. Carefully cut out the window design using a cutter.
  3. Paste the sunboard window onto the bottle using strong glue.
  4. Press gently and allow it to set properly.

Clay Flowers and Leaves

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  1. Take clay and roll small portions to form flowers and leaves.
  2. Shape them gently using fingers or simple tools.
  3. Stick the clay designs around the window and bottle surface.

Pipe and Water Flow Setup

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  1. Take a pipe and insert a GI wire inside it for support.
  2. Bend the pipe to the desired curved shape so it can stand firmly.
  3. Attach a shower head at the end of the pipe.
  4. Place the bottle inside the pipe structure.

Cutting the Plastic Bottle for Leaf Details

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  1. Cut plastic bottles into leaf-like shapes.
  2. Fix some leaves over the shower head for a floral water flow look.
  3. Attach a few leaves along the pipe to enhance the natural design.
  4. Ensure all pieces are securely glued.

Adding Colors and Designs

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  1. Take a plastic container to collect flowing water.
  2. Cover it with tissue paper, apply glue, and let it dry.
  3. Add colors and patterns to match the fountain theme.
  4. Place the container below the shower head.
  5. Add a 6 watt pump
  6. Connect the water system so the water circulates continuously.
  7. Add final colors and detailing to the entire structure.

Final

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This fountain shows how simple and discarded materials can be turned into a beautiful flowing artwork. The combination of textured surfaces, handmade clay flowers, and plastic bottle leaves gives the fountain a unique character. Once the water starts flowing, the entire structure comes alive, creating a peaceful and decorative element for any corner of the home or garden. With a little patience and creativity, this project proves that handmade décor can be both sustainable and stunning.