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15 Candle Projects to Upgrade Your Outdoor Space

July 22, 2013 by Heidi Gustad

15 Candle Projects to Upgrade Your Outdoor Space

When it comes to outdoor entertaining, candles can add a touch of magic and ambiance to any space. They can create a warm and inviting atmosphere that is perfect for any occasion, from backyard barbecues to garden parties to romantic evenings under the stars.

In this article, we’ve compiled a list of 15 of our favorite ways to incorporate candles into your outdoor spaces. These ideas are not only beautiful but also practical and functional, and they range from hanging luminaries to citronella candles to faux torches.

One of the best things about using candles in your outdoor decor is that they are incredibly versatile and can be used in a variety of ways. You can mix and match different styles, colors, and scents to create a unique and personalized atmosphere that reflects your own personal style and tastes.

Whether you’re looking to create a romantic ambiance for a date night in the garden or keep the bugs at bay during a summer evening barbecue, there’s a candle solution for every outdoor space and occasion. And with our list of 15 candle ideas, you’re sure to find something that will work for you and your outdoor space.

So why not try one of these ideas today, or pin them for next year? They’re all worth trying and are sure to add a touch of magic to your outdoor entertaining.

You can buy ready-made beeswax sheets for making rolled candles here and check out our youtube video.

Outdoor Torches

DIY Candle Column

DIY Candle Column

Easy Outdoor Candle Stakes

Easy Outdoor Candle Stakes

Hanging Lanterns

 Baby Food Jar Chandelier

 Baby Food Jar Chandelier

Hanging Globe Lanterns

Hanging Globe Lanterns

Tin Can Lanterns

Tin Can Lanterns

Outdoor Decor

Beach Theme Candles

Beach Theme Candles

Brick Votive Holder/Planter

Brick Votive Holder/Planter

DIY Lace Votives

DIY Lace Votives

Summery Centerpiece

Summery Centerpiece

Insect Repellent/Citronella Ideas

A Classy Citronella Idea

A Classy Citronella Idea

Citronella Sand Candles

Citronella Sand Candles (video tutorial!)

Beeswax Insect Repellent Candle

Beeswax Insect Repellent Candle

Citronella Candle DIY

Citronella Candle DIY

Mason Jar Ideas

Dotted Mason Jar Lanterns

Dotted Mason Jar Lanterns

Frosted Mason Jar Lantern

Frosted Mason Jar Lantern

All images via sources linked. 

 

With the arrival of the Japanese Encephalitis Mosquito, it has become important to make sure those pesky mosquitos are not snacking on you.  Japanese encephalitis symptoms include Headache, neck pain, and Nausea. .  Japanese encephalitis does have a vaccine and you should contact your local medical professional for information on obtaining this vaccination.

But how else can you protect yourself against mosquitos? Keep mosquitoes away from exposed skin by wearing long-sleeved shirts, long pants, and socks, you can even wear a mosquito net hat.  Tuck shirts into pants and pants into socks to cover gaps in your clothing where mosquitoes can get to your skin.  For a natural repellent use essential oils for making your own Mosquito bug spray repellent. Add oils to water and spray into the air or add small drops to your clothing.  Use a Necklace or Bracelet oil diffuser to help repel mosquitoes naturally.  Insect bracelets and necklaces are great for children too.

 

 

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Knit a Classic Aran Cardigan with this Free Knitting Pattern

Not too long ago I did a test knit for another designer that was for a cabled cardigan. It’s really cozy and nice but it just about broke me in a ton of different ways. I couldn’t get gauge, which I suppose is my own problem, but mainly I was somehow both bored and forced to pay attention at the same time. 

Because it used the same cable all over, I always had to know what row I was on, but nine out of ten of those rows, nothing in particular was going on. So I couldn’t stop paying attention, but what I needed to attend to was boring. 

It may have ruined me for knitting cabled sweaters, but maybe I just need something that’s more engaging. Like this Modern Aran Cardigan pattern from Lion Brand Yarn. 

This is a reworking of an old pattern from their archives, and you can tell that form the classic look of the cables and the oversized feel (nothing cropped about this one!). It has allover cables, but like a classic Aran sweater it’s not the same cable, so you’ll have to pay attention to what row you’re on and what cable turns happen for which cables on that row. 

Because of this, it’s considered an intermediate knitting pattern, but if you’re comfortable working from multiple charts at once it shouldn’t be a problem for you. There are three different charts and seven different cable moves. 

Also because the pattern is so big and boxy there are only two sizes available, with a finished chest measurement of either 49 or 63 inches (that’s 124.5 or 160 cm). It’s up to you to decide how much ease you would like and whether that will work for your body. 

The pattern uses worsted weight yarn (and calls for another classic, Lion Brand Fisherman’s Wool). It calls for six buttons and includes pockets to make it extra cozy. 

This one looks like a great winter project to make and to wear if you’re up for a bit of a challenge. You can grab the free pattern or buy a kit with the yarn needed direct from Lion Brand Yarn. 

[Photo: Lion Brand Yarn]

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