The New $1 IKEA Glassware Gem That Doubles as Storage (It’s “So Gorgeous,” I’m Grabbing 5!)

For years, my mom has hosted Christmas Eve dinner at her house. This year, my husband and I are hosting; our new apartment is more dinner party-friendly than our last one, where we could only fit a two-top bar table, which obviously impeded our desire to host. It also prevented me from decorating it as much as I would’ve liked. Although I stuck to a slim flower arrangement or unique candle for special occasions, my tablescape was always lacking something special, particularly for the holidays. 

So, for the last month, I’ve been on the hunt for new tableware items for Christmas Eve. The day before Thanksgiving, I went to IKEA not to look for holiday decor, but to find a glass bottle with a stopper so I could bring my mom some wine that I’d already opened — amazingly, I not only found what I needed, but I also ended up with a bold, versatile piece that cost less than $2!

The ruby-red hue of the IKEA VINTERFINT bottle immediately grabbed my attention. It had the useful stopper that I needed to keep the wine from spilling during the car ride, and I also figured (if my mom didn’t try to keep it for herself) that I could use this bottle as a flower vase. With just a couple of eucalyptus and ilex berry stems from Trader Joe’s, my table transformed to a cozy and welcoming holiday setting. While it’s great for serving water or other drinks, this bottle just might be my new favorite vase. 

At 17 ounces and 9 inches tall, it’s important to note, this bottle is smaller than other conventional glass bottles with stoppers, which are typically between 26 and 36 ounces. However, it’s still a beautiful addition to your table whether you’re using it as a holiday vase, as a mini wine bottle for your Valentine’s Day dinner, or to fill with strawberry agua fresca to pair with some adorable strawberry coasters for the summer.

I love how this bottle looks on my table as I prepare to host, both for water and for flowers, but it’d also make an amazing gift for a loved one (like my mom, if she’s lucky). At less than $2 a pop, it’d also make an adorable party favor for your guests. And hurry, because they’re on sale for just $1.19, but this deal won’t last forever!

Buy: IKEA VINTERFINT Bottle with stopper, $1.19