I love these bottle-inspired candlestick holders from BijzonderMOOI. The minimal design could be incorporated into a lot of spaces, and they seem less messy than shoving candles into old wine bottles. via Design Milk
Tomato Vine Tin Candle
Who knew you could make a tomato vine scented candle? Not me, that’s for sure. But the Home Shoppe Blog has a great tutorial for scenting a DIY candle with tomato vine essential oils that you should definitely check out. … Read More...
Mason Jar Citronella Candles
Making your own citronella candles is a fun summer project. Making citronella candles in mason jars is also great because you can pop a lid on them and leave them outside overnight and not have to worry about them getting … Read More...
Beeswax Candles in Terra Cotta Pots
I bet these colorful potted beeswax candles will burn forever. All you need to do to get this look is paint some terra cotta pots (that will only run you a buck or two, by the way). Then, simply attach … Read More...
Beach-themed Candle Centerpiece
This elegant centerpiece brings the beach indoors, minus the mess. All you need to do is combine simple hurricane vases, sand, sea shells and tapered candles. The trick is to begin by sticking the tapered candles to the bottom of … Read More...
Vintage Mason Jar Lid Candles
I’ve seen about a million different takes on the classic container candle in my time as Candle Making Editor for Craft Gossip. But there’s something extra special for me about these candles made with vintage mason jar lids. I can’t … Read More...
DIY Floating Candles
The joy of DIY is that you can create beautiful and unique items that are tailored to your style and needs. And when it comes to creating beautiful home decor, nothing beats the satisfaction of making it yourself. That’s why … Read More...
7 Amazing Candles from a Japanese Candle Making Competition
I stumbled across these amazing candles while down a Pinterest rabbit hole the other day. I’m always on the lookout for fresh and unique candle making ideas for this blog, so when I stumbled across a … Read More...
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 … Read More...
Beachy Chevron Candles (and a giveaway alert!)
Angie over at The Country Chic Cottage made these beachy candles with glass paint, dollar store candle holders, and cut vinyl. I love the various shades of blue and green and the trendy chevron design. Bonus: she’s hosting a giveaway … Read More...
Making Basic Pillar Candles
Candle making is a fun and rewarding hobby that can also be a great way to create unique gifts for your friends and family. If you’ve been wanting to try your hand at candle making, starting with a basic pillar … Read More...
Beeswax Candle and a Wood Burned Bowl
Shannon over at Whipperberry made this amazing beeswax candle and a super stylish wood burned bowl to match! You’re going to want to wood burn your bowl before using it to create a container candle, and from there you’ll just … Read More...
Easy Stacked Pillar Candle
In the spirit of yesterday’s roundup of 10 tutorials for beginning candle makers, I thought it would be fun to share another project that’s perfect for candle-shy newbies. This stacked pillar candle from Candletech is made by creating several … Read More...
10 Tutorials for First-time Candle Makers
Making candles can seem like a daunting task, especially if you’ve never done it before. However, with the right tools and guidance, anyone can create beautiful and unique candles that are perfect for home décor or as a personalized gift … Read More...
Wine Cork Candle Holder
Chelsea at Two Twenty One came up with a clever idea for her old wine corks. She created a lovely candle holder by placing a cylindrical glass container inside a much larger glass hurricane, and then filling the space between … Read More...
Seashell Candles
It’s beach season, so make a mental note to go shell hunting next time you’re combing a sandy shore. After that, follow these instructions for turning them into sweet little tea lights!
Red, White and Blue Luminaries
Mod Podge Rocks! posted these red, white and blue luminary votives for the fourth, but you could use other colors to translate them to fit with any season or decor. They’re made with pre-filled votive candles, tissue paper, waxed paper, … Read More...
Walkway Lights Made with Soda Bottles
Diane at In My Own Style shares a lot of craft tutorials that add a lot of class to the home. Her ideas are often affordable while being elegant and a bit clever at the same time. Made with soda … Read More...
Candle Making 101
Do you want to learn how to make a candle but have never quite been able to pull the trigger to try it yourself? I was the same way for a long time too. Something about the hot wax freaked … Read More...
DIY Gold Candles
Aren’t these beautiful? Using gold polka dot vellum, double sided adhesive, and glitter gold tape, A Pumpkin & A Princess put together these pretty candles.