We’re helping you round out the holiday season with a wine bar that makes a splash. Check out this tutorial on how to make a DIY Frozen Wine Chiller!
It’s so crazy to think that the year is already coming to a close!
It’s been fun sharing our tips and DIY ideas for entertaining alongside Mirassou Winery.
And I’m excited to send you off with my favorite idea for sharing so far, DIY Frozen Wine Chiller!
But you can dress them up or down as much as you’d like to use throughout the year.
If you’re having lots of guests, you can put out a full spread with all of your favorite white wines from Mirassou.
Or if it’s a more intimate setting, you can create just a single chiller and display them with the perfect cheese pairings or dessert board for an impressive spread.
First thing’s first, let’s show you how to dress up that wine chiller!
Materials and Tools Needed to Make a DIY Frozen Wine Bucket
Real or faux flower petals and blooms
Container just large enough to fit a wine bottle — I used a quartz sized container.
Water for filling the containers
Weights to fill the clear container — I used frozen ice packs. But you could use any kind of weights.
Wax paper — Optional if needed
How to Make a DIY Frozen Wine Bucket
1 — First, fill the bottom of the bucket with about 2 or 3 inches of water and some petals.
And let it freeze fully.
2 — Next, fill your smaller container with weights and place in the middle of the bucket.
3 — Then, fill the edges with more petals and and more water until it’s 1/3 of the way full.
The container in the middle will be what holds the wine. So if it starts to slide from the middle, use bundles of wax paper to keep it in place in the freezer. The wax will peel off.
If it happens to slip and touch the water at some point, it’ll freeze in place, but try to avoid it!
Let this layer freeze completely.
4 — Next, fill with petals and the rest of the way with water, and freeze.
5 — Once you’re ready to use the bucket, remove from the freezer and run under warm water so that the containers loosen up and slide out of the bucket.
Tips for Making Your DIY Wine Chiller Bucket
1 — Start by finding a bucket that is the right size for your needs: You’ll want to make sure it’s big enough to hold all of the wine bottles you plan on chilling, but not so large that it takes up too much space in your home.
2 — Once you have your bucket, drill a few holes in the bottom to allow for drainage.
3 — Next, line the bucket with a layer of gravel. This will help to keep your wine bottles from rolling around and getting damaged.
4 — Add a layer of styrofoam on top of the gravel. This will help to insulate the bucket and keep your wine cool.
5 — Finally, add your wine bottles and fill the bucket with ice. Be sure to leave enough room at the top so that the bottles don’t touch the ice.
If you couldn’t already tell, we love incorporating flowers into our DIY projects.
If you do have extra flowers leftover, you can always create and hang up a DIY Fresh Flower Love Sign or DIY Floral Embroidery Ring Backdrop.
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Equipment
- Weights To fill the clear container. We used frozen ice packs. But you could use any kind of weights.
- Container Large enough to fit a wine bottle. We used a quartz sized container.
- Wax paper Optional if needed
Instructions
- Fill the bottom of the bucket with about 2-3 inches of water and some petals. And let it freeze fully.
- Fill your smaller container with weights and place in the middle of the bucket.
- Fill the edges with more petals and and more water until it’s 1/3 of the way full.The container in the middle will be what holds the wine. So if it starts to slide from the middle, use bundles of wax paper to keep it in place in the freezer. The wax will peel off.If it happens to slip and touch the water at some point, it’ll freeze in place, but try to avoid it!Let this layer freeze completely.
- Fill with petals and the rest of the way with water, and freeze.
- Once you’re ready to use the bucket, remove from the freezer and run under warm water so that the containers loosen up and slide out of the bucket.
Be sure to share your DIY Frozen Wine Chiller with us on Instagram using the hashtag #sugarandclothloves, so we can follow along, too! We always love seeing all of your creations!
I would love to win this! Would match my decor perfectly! I also love the ice bucket idea!
wow, i would love this, thanks so much for the chance
That cart is awesome!
Such a pretty whine chiller. I love the bright colors, festive, yet not wintery. The cart is classic also.
Great giveaway!!!
Love this idea! I’m using it for New Years, maybe adding some pops of gold inside, perhaps large gold or gold glitter beads? Thanks for the year of fun, entertainment, and great ideas! Looking forward to the next year of DIYs. ;)
Beautiful! Such a fun way to add a little color and texture to a fabulous NYE night!
The wine bucket looks great! And love the bar cart.
So pretty! I’ll be doing this for sure!
Love your designs!
I’ve never purchased anything from MIRASSOU WINERY but am definitely going to take a look around now!
What a great holiday DIY project!
Merry Christmas!
The ice buckets are beautiful! Thank you so much for offering such a wonderful idea and giveaway. Merry Christmas! :)
What a lovely idea— Thank you for sharing. And many thanks to you and Mirassou (heehee! that rhymes) for the chance at that gorgeous bar cart. Happy holidays.
The cart is super adorable.
I’ve been looking for a bar cart as cute as this one!
Such a cute idea
Gorgeous, can’t wait to make this!
Wow that bar cart is amazing! And this is a seriously cool DIY. I might need to throw a party now!
Beautiful, it would look great with big metallic sequins or confetti for some NYE flair, especially on top of this gorgeous bar cart that I am so in need of.
The ice buckets are really pretty! I can see trying this for an upcoming party. I love the bar cart, too!
So pretty! Will definitely try it!
That came out so pretty. I need to recreate it (or something similar).
this bar cart is amazing! thanks for the chance! Happy Holidays!
So lovely! Can’t wait to try! Think I’ll attempt for New Years!
Love the idea.
Such a creative idea & that bar cart is gorg!
This is one gorgeous bar cart!
Such a cute idea!
I love the colors in the photos!
I love this! (:
Lovely way to serve wine for a New Years Eve party
Gorgeous idea, and totally at my DIY skill level ;) Love the bar cart as well!
I just love how pretty the flowers are in the ice with the wine bottle. I also love the little wine glasses you’re serving with.
Wow, I’ve never seen such a beautiful party accessory! I can’t wait to make this for my next party. Thanks for the great idea and the giveaway :)
This is such an easy unique idea!
That table setting makes me so happy! Love the floral and gold.
This is absolutely beautiful! Great job.
Lovely!!
This looks a lot fancier than the one I have from Ikea! Thanks for hosting such a great giveaway!
Your frozen ice bucket is by far the prettiest one I’ve seen online! How quickly did it melt (aka did it make a big mess)? I’m definitely trying this for NYE!
And count me in on that incredible bar cart giveaway…
Cute idea. If you use boiling water the ice will freeze with crystal clarity!
Totally going to do the ice bucket for new year’s champagne!
Cool frozen wine bucket. Love the flowers! Thanks for the giveaway!
Loving that bar! Gorgeous set up too.
You are a GENIUS. Gorgeous and brilliant idea!!
this is so beautiful!
I just love the idea of the ice bucket!! That bar cart is too pretty too!! =)
I wonder how long those ice buckets would last??
nice.
Such a cute idea!! Definitely want to try it
Very nice cart! I love it!
This is beautiful!! Thanks for the chance to win.
Very pretty thank you
Chic, easy and colorful! This DIY is all the reasons I love Sugar and Cloth – and this bar cart!
Beautiful! But looks like it might be a mess once it starts to melt.
That wine bucket is gorgeous! You did an awesome job!
Paige
http://thehappyflammily.com
Honestly I think I would die from happiness if I won this bar cart! We are looking to buy a house in the next month and this would be my dream piece in our new home!!! I’m keeping my fingers and toes crossed. PS Your photos in this post are AMAZING! Happy Holidays!!!
So pretty! I could see doing this for a bridal shower too!
What a gorgeous idea for any season! I will definitely do this.
I love this idea. I don’t have a bar cart so this would be so awesome to win… and my husband would enjoy stocking it.
Awesome idea, perfect for new years
The bar cart is GORG! …..And the Ice wine bucket is simply genius. I need to try this!
I made something liek this for my brother in laws wedding. It did not turn out NEARLY as beautiful as yours did- i wish this was done 1.5 years ago so i could have had the inspiration then!
Great job!
So beautiful! Would love a bar cart to entertain!
This is just stunning. Love the petals!
I love this idea! Happy Holidays!
This bar cart is super adorable. I’d love this for our new apartment. : )
Holy cola! This is beautiful!
I know right where it would go. Thanks!
What a gorgeous bar cart! I have the perfect spot. I love your wonderful wine bucket idea. So cute!
Can’t wait to try this!!
This spread is breath-taking! I love every bit of it! It may be early here in Chicago at the moment but I’m craving that wine!!! ??
Sooo beautiful! What a creative idea!
What a beautiful idea! I’ve seen small votives like this, but never anything this scale with such pretty flowers!
This is brilliant! I love how colorful your wine bucket is with all of the flowers. I’ll be throwing a little housewarming brunch (once we’re all settled in, which feels like it’s years from now) – what a perfect way to display and keep our champagne chilled!
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Love the frozen ice bucket and love the bar cart!
gorgeous! can’t wait to try this diy
This is my favorite of the wine projects too. Its affordable and doable but it makes a big splash.
hello
very beautiful
thank you very much for this giveway
kiss
This is so gorgeous! I must make this this spring. Happy holidays Ashley!
So pretty! Merry Christmas!