Unique Housewarming New Home Gift  |  DIY Bathroom or Kitchen Soap Dispenser for Upcycled Empty Bottles
Unique Housewarming New Home Gift  |  DIY Bathroom or Kitchen Soap Dispenser for Upcycled Empty Bottles
Unique Housewarming New Home Gift  |  DIY Bathroom or Kitchen Soap Dispenser for Upcycled Empty Bottles
Unique Housewarming New Home Gift  |  DIY Bathroom or Kitchen Soap Dispenser for Upcycled Empty Bottles
Unique Housewarming New Home Gift  |  DIY Bathroom or Kitchen Soap Dispenser for Upcycled Empty Bottles
Unique Housewarming New Home Gift  |  DIY Bathroom or Kitchen Soap Dispenser for Upcycled Empty Bottles
Unique Housewarming New Home Gift  |  DIY Bathroom or Kitchen Soap Dispenser for Upcycled Empty Bottles
Unique Housewarming New Home Gift  |  DIY Bathroom or Kitchen Soap Dispenser for Upcycled Empty Bottles
Unique Housewarming New Home Gift  |  DIY Bathroom or Kitchen Soap Dispenser for Upcycled Empty Bottles
Unique Housewarming New Home Gift  |  DIY Bathroom or Kitchen Soap Dispenser for Upcycled Empty Bottles
Unique Housewarming New Home Gift  |  DIY Bathroom or Kitchen Soap Dispenser for Upcycled Empty Bottles
Unique Housewarming New Home Gift  |  DIY Bathroom or Kitchen Soap Dispenser for Upcycled Empty Bottles
Unique Housewarming New Home Gift  |  DIY Bathroom or Kitchen Soap Dispenser for Upcycled Empty Bottles

Unique Housewarming New Home Gift | DIY Bathroom or Kitchen Soap Dispenser for Upcycled Empty Bottles

$13.99
Unit price per
Adapters:
Pumps:
Quantity

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YOU WILL RECEIVE:
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* 1 Soap Dispenser pump ONLY

- NO bottle included (But you can purchase ready to use alcohol bottle soap dispensers here 

- Many styles of metal pumps available!
- Real metal. Stainless finish. NOT plated plastic!
- Does have plastic components in areas where the pump contacts the soap. This prevents corrosion.
- Pumps 2cc

**** Do NOT use Soap Soap or dish soap with these pumps or it will eat through the coating and cause rust.
Natural soaps and Dial are better soaps to use. Please read below about the soaps you can use. ****

- Pumps 2cc with each pump.

* ~ 8" tubing
- Tubing can be cut to fit your bottle. Just use a pair of scissors.

 

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WILL THIS FIT ON MY ALCOHOL BOTTLE?
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* TAKE A 2 LITER WHITE SODA BOTTLE CAP and try to screw it onto your bottle. If it screws on well then my pumps will usually screw onto your bottle. But no guarantee is made that the pump or pump with adapter will fit.

Sorry but seller can not be held responsible if pump will not fit what you want to attach it to.

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OPTIONAL ADAPTER:
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** Are you adding a soap pump to a bottle with no threads? **

You can add a soap pump to only certain brands of alcohol bottles. See list brands below that you can screw a pump on to.

If your bottle is not on the below list then you will need a special adapter.

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2 OPTIONS FOR ADAPTERS:
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Option 1: order a pump with a permanently attached rubber adapter.
- The best solution for 750mL bottles of Patron, Blanton's or Don Julio.

Option 2: order a pump and a glass thread
- These special glass threads transform your bottle into a bottle that can have a pump screwed on.
No guarantee is made that these threads will work for every brand of bottle you want to use them on.
I suggest bottles with a flat top (non threaded bottles) that also have a bottle mouth large enough that the pump can fit inside the mouth of the bottle.
Bulleit bottles (750ml and 1 liter) DO work well with these threads.
It does not work to glue these glass threads on a bottle that already has threads or that has a very large bottle mouth opening.
This is not the adapter you use for mason jar lids.
I will include instructions on how to glue on the threads with your purchase. Buyers supply the glue. We supply the pump, glass threads and instructions.



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CAN I BUY AN ALCOHOL BOTTLE SOAP DISPENSER OR JUST DIY SUPPLIES?
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* I DO sell ready to ship alcohol bottle soap dispensers. Actually I have a really broad selection of glass alcohol bottle soap dispensers using bottle from many of the popular brands.

Click here to check out ready to gift soap dispensers


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WHAT BOTTLE BRANDS DOES YOUR SCREW ON PUMP FIT?
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* Jack Daniels Whiskey Bottles (1 liter or 750mL)
* Crown Royal Whiskey Bottles (1 liter or 750mL)
* Makers Mark Whiskey Bottles (1 liter or 750mL)
* 1800 Tequila Bottles (1 liter or 750mL)

- The screw on pump will screw onto these bottle, the tubing may need to be trimmed or may be slightly short depending on what bottle you pair the pump with.


- The screw on pump will screw onto these bottle, the tubing may need to be trimmed or may be slightly short depending on what bottle you pair the pump with.


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MY BOTTLE DOESN'T HAVE THREADS. CAN I STILL MAKE IT INTO A SOAP DISPENSER?
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* YES some non-threaded bottles can be make into soap dispensers if you order my pump with attached adapter.

* The adapter will NOT fit every non-screw top bottle. *

* My adapter fits best on
- 750mL Patron tequila bottles
- 750mL Don Julio bottles
- Blanton's Whiskey bottles

* When I sell my soap pumps attached to alcohol bottles I usually make sure the pump and adapter are a great fit before I ship my soap dispensers. If your buying just the pump or pump with adapter I can't guarantee the pump or pump with adapter will fit your bottle since I don't have your bottle in front of me to work with.


* TAKE A 2 LITER WHITE SODA BOTTLE CAP and try to screw it onto your bottle. If it screws on well then my pumps will usually screw onto your bottle. But no guarantee is made that the pump or pump with adapter will fit.


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PLEASE READ:
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**** Most soap dispensers are made by the same foreign manufacturers and most will experience the same problems.****

I really want my customers to be happy. So I try to be as transparent as possible and let you know how long your soap dispenser may last and what you can do to extend its life as much as possible before you need to purchase a replacement.

The manufacture does NOT recommend using soap that contains an antibacterial, bleach, chlorine or lye (sodium hydroxide or potassium hydroxide) in the ingredients. These ingredients are in dish soaps and Soft Soap so you should NOT use those soaps.

If you use a soap that contains these ingredients then over time these chemicals will eat through the protective layers of the pump and cause the pump to rust (pump out a dark color) and/ or stop working.

Natural soaps and Dial are better soaps to use. If you do want to use a soap that contains these ingredients you can, and your pump will work for a while, but in the future you may need to replace your pump head.

With gentle care your soap dispenser can give enjoyment for quite some time! I've been using mine daily for months now plus now but of course the life of your pump can NOT be guaranteed and depends on how you use it. For me these pumps work well but I use the types of soap recommended by the manufacture. I try to buy the highest quality pumps I can but today’s manufactures don’t make items to last forever, especially not at this inexpensive price point. But if you follow the manufacturer’s recommendations you should be able to enjoy your soap pump for many months before needing to replace it. I include a care sheet and a list of recommendations so your pump will last as long as possible.

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Frequently Asked Questions:
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* WHY DO SOAP DISPENSERS CLOG? (Quick answer: Using the wrong type of soap, using your soap pump infrequently)

- The manufacture does NOT recommend using soap that contains an antibacterial, bleach, chlorine or lye (sodium hydroxide or potassium hydroxide) in the ingredients. These ingredients are in dish soaps and Soft Soap. So you should NOT use these soaps. If you use a soap that contains these ingredients then over time these chemicals will eat through the protective layers of the pump and cause the pump to rust (pump out a dark color) and/ or stop working (clog, seize).

- Glycerin based soaps can also cause clogs. Try using an olive oil based liquid soap instead or try adding water to your soap to thin the glycerin.

- Dial or olive oil based soaps are better soaps to use.



* CAN I USE DISH SOAP WITH MY NEW SOAP PUMP?

- Dish soaps are full of harsh chemicals and they are very thick/concentrated. This means they are likely to cause clogs and they may strain your pump causing it to seize/ stop pumping. If your pump is clogged and you push down on it the soap will be forced to find an exist other than out the tip of the pump (such as around the neck of the pump).

- If you really want to use your pump to dispense dish soap you can try watering down your soap, choosing a soap that doesn’t have harsh chemicals and clean your pump often so you remove clogs before they seize your pump. Please keep in mind most dish soaps will shorten the life of your pump.


Are you using your soap pump often enough? - Infrequent use can let the soap or lotion sit inside the pump and dry out. If you try to pump the soap/lotion out and feel resistance stop pumping, and clean your pump. If you keep pumping you can break the spring inside your pump. The solution is to use your pump frequently, do not use concentrated soaps, clean your pump and the tip of the pump regularly.


* WHY DO SOAP DISPENSERS RUST? (Quick answer: Using the wrong soap; leaving soap on the pump spout; not cleaning your pump)

- There is a protective finish on your pump to discourage rusting. But repeated use, hard water and soaps can slowly eat away this protection. The solution is to wipe off any soap that accumulates on the tip of the pump with a non-scratch scouring pad then rub a little Vaseline or beeswax on the metal. This creates a barrier so oxygen can’t get to the metal and cause further rust. White vinegar with warm water may help with minor rust inside the pump. If the brand of soap you’re using builds up on the pump tip try adding water to your soap to thin it. You can also try using a soap that contains less glycerin or clean your pump more frequently.

- If your pump has rusted on the inside (rusty colored soap) there isn’t a fix for this except to purchase a new pump and in the future only use the soap types recommended by the manufacture.



* WHY DO SOAP DISPENSERS DRIP? (Quick answer: soap is too thick)

- If you use concentrated, thick or glycerin based soaps then your pump might occasionally drip soap from the tip. Thicker soaps stay at the top of the soap dispenser instead of falling back down.
-Try pump water or water + white vinegar through the pump
- Thin your soap with distilled water so the soap is less concentrated.
-Do not soak or submerge your soap pump under water.



* HOW LONG DO SOAP PUMPS LAST?

How long a soap pump lasts depends on how you use, or abuse it. For me these pumps work well but I use the types of soap recommended by the manufacture.

I try to buy the highest quality pumps I can but today’s manufactures don’t make items to last forever, especially not at this inexpensive price point. But if you follow the manufacturer’s recommendations you should be able to enjoy your soap pump for many months before needing to replace it. Pumps can last from 4 months to 2 years before a replacement may be needed.

Pumps that break quickly were used with the wrong type of soap/lotion, were used infrequently, or were damaged by hard water.

I test each pump by pumping water through it to make sure it works before I ship it to you. If your pump has a manufacturer’s defect you can ship it back to me within 60 days of your purchase date for a refund or replacement of the pump piece only. I also sell replacement pumps if you need one in the future.

I have these pumps in all 3 of my bathrooms and they are subjected to the use of many people including my not so gentle children. So far they all work great.



* HOW DO I CLEAN MY SOAP DISPENSER PUMP?

- Before each soap refill clean your pump. Pump out remaining soap/lotion. Pump warm water (distilled if possible) + vinegar through your pump until it pumps freely. Clean other areas with toothpick, pipe cleaner.
- Do not use harsh cleaners to clean your pump.
- Do not put your pump in the dishwater
- Do not submerge your pump under water



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FYI:
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* With gentle care your soap dispenser can give enjoyment for quite some time! I've been using mine daily for a year plus now but of course the life of your pump can NOT be guaranteed and depends on how you use it.

* The life of your pump also depends on what you pump through it. I include a care sheet and a list of recommendations so your pump will last as long as possible.

* Sorry but seller can not be held responsible if pump will not fit what you want to attach it to.

** I also do custom orders and can provide the above items in bulk.

** You can mail me your favorite bottle and I would be happy to make it into the perfect gift by turning your favorite bottle into a soap dispenser, succulent planter, vase, candle holder, serving dish, snack bowl …. Just  email me for details!


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SHIPPING!
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* Processing time: I ship your order within 1-5 business days depending on how busy we are.

* Pumps ship with First Class mail but you can purchase faster Priority Mail at checkout. The same processing time applies regardless of the shipping chosen. If you need a rush order please contact me to see if that is possible and what the rush fee would be.



** See my store for up-cycled bottles turned into a number of really cool gifts! 


Jack Daniels, Patron ect are registered trademarks and are NOT involved in or affiliated with the production or distribution of my crafts.

When Will My Order Ship?

Most items ship in 2-3 business days.  You are ordering handcrafted items that I make one at a time.  This timing allows me to handcraft, clean and package each item in your order.  Sometimes I can ship sooner if I can get my little ones to bed early :)

* Contact me if you need to pay a little more for a rush order.

 

What Happens Next?

1) You place your order online.

2) I print your order details and your postage label. 

3) I cut, sand, clean and package your order.

4) I send you an email with your estimated ship date and your tracking number. 

5) The shipping company picks up and scans your package.  Now the tracking number will show movement and your estimated delivery date. 

6) Your package arrives. Hip hip hooray!  

7) If you love your handcrafted items as much as I think you will please:

  • Leave me a review.
  • Send me pictures showing me how you are enjoying my handmade items.
  • And please share my little shop on social media.  Your friends will appreciate the unique gift ideas. 

 

Transit Time:

Most orders ship with UPS Ground, FedEx Ground or FedEx Home Delivery.  This is because shipping glass requires large, heavy boxes and these carriers give the best rates for large, heavy shipments. 

 

UPS Ground Delivery Times: ~ 1 to 5 business days depending on carrier delays and how far you are from Arizona.

FedEx Ground Delivery Times: ~ 1 to 5 business days depending on carrier delays and how far you are from Arizona.

FedEx Home Delivery: ~ 1 to 7 business days depending on carrier delays and how far you are from Arizona.

 

Need your order faster?

If you want to upgrade to USPS Priority Mail to get your gifts faster please see the steps below. 

For a rush order please email me a screen shot of the items in your chart + your shipping zip code.  It will take me 24 - 48 hours to type up and email you a order link with a paid upgrade to USPS Priority Mail.  After you order it takes 1-3 days to sand, cut, clean and package your order.  After your order is made it takes USPS Priority Mail 3-4 days on average to deliver your order.

 

* ALL shipping carriers are experiencing holiday and Covid delays.  Once I ship on time delivery is solely up to the shipping carrier.  

 

For small orders of 1-2 items the cost of USPS Priority Mail will be only slightly higher than the cost of Ground shipping.  But if you are ordering 3+ items USPS Priority Mail will be MUCH more expensive than Ground shipping.  But USPS Priority Mail may arrive faster? 

 

 

shipping FAQs

Do you have a question about shipping charges?

For large orders you can contact me if you feel the shipping is not  I being combined correctly. Please leave the items in your cart so I can see your shipping address and the weight and size of items in your cart.

Be sure to checkout with all your items in the same cart.  If you check out multiple times with 1 item in each checkout you may be charged for multiple shipments instead of a combined shipment. 

For international orders USPS and others do charge quite a bit to ship internationally.  Also you may be responsible for a tariff charged to you by your country.  Sorry I have no way to know if they will charge an import fee / tariff or how much you will be charged.

I really don't make any money on shipping. 

I wish I could offer free shipping on every order but this is a mom and pop shop.  Small businesses don't have the buying power that a big chain store has to get special prices on postage.  

Thank you for understanding! 

 

 

 Frequently Asked Questions:

 

How can I get coupons?

You can get DISCOUNT CODES, notice of SALES and GIVEAWAYS by signing up for my newsletter 

 

Check out my blog for great DIY tips!

I have a great blog where you can get DIY tips and see pictures from buyers enjoying their bottles. Check out the blog here

 

Are there how to videos?

YES  I have a few how to videos.  Please excuse the less than professional video quality.  A high school class needed real world experience and volunteered to make the videos for me. 

 

I want a bottle I don’t see in your shop:

* Do you have a favorite alcohol bottle? Contact me to see if I have your favorite bottle in stock. My husband complains that my bottle collection takes up too much room! I have lots of bottles that don’t get listed because I only have 1 of them or because my little ones keep me too busy to put all my items online.

* Do you have a special bottle that is just sitting around taking up space? You can mail me your favorite bottle and I would be happy to make it into the perfect gift by turning your favorite bottle into a soap dispenser, succulent planter, vase, candle holder, serving dish, snack bowl, candy dish, ash tray, pendant light shade or something you saw on Pinterest …. Just email me for details! I’m happy to do custom orders!

 

About my bottles:

* Remember to ZOOM IN on my pictures, look at the edges and see what a difference professional machining makes!

* I also apply a surface protectant to the bottle itself that repels fingerprints, hard water minerals... Giving the bottle a brighter appearance and making fingerprints easy to wipe away.

* My bottles come from friends, country clubs and restaurants. I take pride in what I make and only ship bottles I would use as gifts. We are giving new life to a used bottle that otherwise would have spent nearly 1 million years in a landfill! True! If the quality of the label or the color of the foil on the bottle neck (when included) is important please let me know and I will do my best to find a bottle that is just right for you.

 

Can I pick my bottle?

* You can pick some aspects:


- Use the drop down menu to select if you want a drainage slit in your bottle. Plants will do better if you add a drainage hole.


- (For Wine Bottles) label on or label off? Please use drop down menu to select label on or off.


- Wine bottles come in various shades of brown, green, clear... I will select a beautiful colored bottle for you. Wine bottles maybe red wine bottle, white wine bottle or a champagne bottle in shape (based on availability).  Or if you would like to select you wine bottle you check out using these special listings: 


* Bottle colors/bottle shapes are subject to availability and there may be an extra charge for special requests such as a particular brand, bottle shape & glass color.  I have to charge a fee for such requests because it can take me a very long time to unpack all my bottles to find one that meets all of your specifications.  

 

Custom and personalized orders

* For a custom order just email me with what you need. I’ll type it up as a custom order that you can purchase just like a normal listing.


* Do you have a favorite bottle or are you looking to give a mind blowing gift? I can use one of my bottles (or you can mail me your bottle) to make them the perfect gift. Perhaps turn a favorite bottle or brand of alcohol into a soap dispenser, succulent planter, vase, candle holder, serving dish, snack bowl, candy dish, ash tray, pendant light shade or something you saw on Pinterest …. Just email me for details! I’m happy to do custom orders.


* Want to buy wholesale? The more you buy the bigger the discount.  Email me with how many you need, when you need them and your shipping zip code.

 

How do I order a custom order or get a discount buying wholesale?

* For a custom order please email me with your needs. I’ll type it up as a custom order that you can purchase just like a normal listing.

* Do you have a favorite bottle or are you looking to give a mind blowing gift? I can use one of my bottles (or you can mail me your bottle) to make them the perfect gift. Perhaps turn a favorite bottle or brand of alcohol into a soap dispenser, succulent planter, vase, candle holder, serving dish, snack bowl, candy dish, ash tray, pendant light shade or something you saw on Pinterest …. Just email me for details! I’m happy to do custom orders.

* Want to buy wholesale? The more you buy the bigger the discount. Email me with how many you need, when you need them and your shipping zip code. 

 

How do you cut the bottles?

* I cut your bottle using professional lapidary equipment. Some of which I inherited from my beloved late grandpa Pop pop. As a teenage he started teaching me. Now I'm grown with children of my own. I'm using what he taught me to make a living while I take a break from teaching to be with my little ones. His professional equipment and and my attention to detail is why my bottles have such beautiful, safe edges.

PLEASE ZOOM IN on the photos and see how beautiful the edges are on my professionally cut bottles! I take pride in my work and this is a gift you will be proud to send.

FYI this glass was not originally intentioned for it's new purpose in life so PLEASE HAND WASH AND DO NOT PUT IN THE DISHWASHER. Enjoy!

Have questions?  Want a custom order would you like to place a large order?  Please click here to email me

Please allow 24 -36 hours for a response due to a heavy volume of emails coming in.  Also this is a mom and pop small business and we may need to get the kiddos to bed before we can return your message.