A Good Place to Start With Candle Making Crafts

Candles are a delightful addition to any home. Of course the glow of candle light is charming, but candles can also be attractive even when they’re not lit.  I’ve found some  ideas for candle projects at Candle Making Crafts. Here’s a project you can use to turn plain votive candles into decorative items.

This project has several things to recommend it. One good point is that it is highly adaptable. You completely change to look of the candle by changing the way you decorate it.

Another good point is that it is inexpensive. The raw material is canning jars and votive candles. Canning jars are inexpensive even if you buy them new. But you probably won’t have to buy them.

Commercially sold jam often comes in very attractive jars that you can use for this project. You can also find jars for next to nothing at flea markets and yard sales.

You’ll find inexpensive plain votive candles and glass holders for them at discount stores.

The basic idea with this project is to partially fill the canning jar with decorative material and then placing a votive candle on top of the decorations. The outside of the canning jar can be a decorated as well. Here are some ideas, you can attach surface decorations, paint it or simply wrap it with a bow.

You can use a variety of materials in the bottom of the jar. Some ideas include sand, marbles, hard candy, potpourri, river stones, polished coins…. This is not only visually attractive, but it adds the scent of the potpourri as well.

Since you may be using somewhat flammable material as decoration, it is essential that the votive is inside its own glass holder. Do not use a votive candle or a tea candle without a glass holder.

Also keep the decorative material underneath the candle holder and don’t let the candle burn all the way to the bottom. And as always, never leave the room with a candle burning.

As you’ve noticed, this project uses premade candles. You’ll undoubtedly want to craft your own candles at some point. A good place to get basic instructions is: How to Make Your Own Candles. Not only will you find great instructions right on that page but you can sign up for a free candle making mini course that’s very informative and helpful.

And if your wondering what equipment might be involved in the hobby of candle making, you’ll find answers at Candle Making Equipment.

I’m sure you’ll find candle making to be a fun and rewarding hobby. I encourage you to give it a try.