A good teacher gift can be hard to find, but Jill at Create Craft Love whipped up this printable candle wrap with a great quote for teacher on it. Grab the printable at her site and you’ll be all set … Read More...
Summery Floating Candles
Nest of Posies whipped up these beautiful floating candle holders with citrus fruit and fragrant herbs suspended in them. These would be the perfect addition to any summer tablescape.
Chalkboard Paint Votives for Mom
This easy chalkboard paint votive is a great craft for Mother’s Day next week. Both older and younger kids can contribute to this project by painting and decorating a plain votive holder. Head over to The Creative Headquarters for instructions.
Crazy Candle Wicks!
Designer Christoph van Bommel created these crazy, multi-wicked candles a couple of years ago, but I recently discovered them in searching for candle ideas. Check out the designer’s website for a video of the wicks in action. Found via … Read More...
Dollar Store Vase into Elegant Luminary
It’s amazing what one dollar store vase, rubber bands and spray paint can do! Check out how to make this luminary at Eclectically Vintage.
Leaf-wrapped Candle Holders
I love candle holders that are wrapped with natural materials. They’re an easy way to add a very elegant touch to any dinner celebration. Of course these beauties come to us from Martha Stewart‘s design team. 🙂
Soda Can Lanterns
How do soda cans cut into lanterns look this good? Find how-to instructions at The Star.
Colored Glass Mason Jar Candle Holders
Suspended Monogram Candle Holders
Summer at Dollar Store Crafts made this sweet candle holder with plastic champagne glasses, paper punches, and a handful of other craft supplies on hand. Her clever idea for suspending something inside the overturned glass is adorable. Check out the … Read More...
Milk Jug Votives
These lotus-looking votive holders are so fun! Made from recycled milk jugs, which is so brilliant when dealing with wax overflow, these votive holders are a really special idea. via bliss bloom blog.
DIY Travel Candle
For the Makers has a super gorgeous tutorial for how to DIY a travel candle. It’s a fun and easy project and the photos of the finished project make you want to pack a bag (and your recently DIY’d travel … Read More...
Simple and Affordable Yard Lights
These simple outdoor lanterns are a great alternative for spendy yard lights from the store! The step-by-step tutorial can be found at 30 minute crafts. (PS: 30 Minute Crafts? More like 5 minute crafts!)
Tissue Paper Sconces
I love these so much! Imagine these sconces mounted on a fence with a candle inside accenting your upcoming summer BBQs … delightful ;). Head over to Jaderbomb to check out the DIY tutorial.
DIY Monogrammed Candles
Personalize a candle with an easy stenciled monogram accent – Amber at Damask Love has you covered with a pretty tutorial.
Beaded Frost Luminaries
Crafts by Amanda has a nice tutorial for making frosted luminaries with wire and bead accents. This would be an excellent craft for kids and teens this summer – don’t forget to pin the step-by-step for later use!
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Mason Jar Matchbox
If you’re looking for a great addition to a homemade candle gift, I’ve found the perfect partner. Make a mason jar matchbox by adding a cute tag and some striking paper to the lid. Get full instructions here.
Corn Husk Luminaries
Gina from Kleinworth & Co. shares a fabulous idea for some earthy luminaries made with corn husks. Visit Kleinworth & Co. for the tutorial.
Colorful Garden Lanterns
More great candle finds from Henry Happened this week! Today, I’ve got their recent tutorial for making these awesome recycled luminaries with tissue paper andMod Podge
DIY Ice Candles
Stephanie at Henry Happened made a set of really awesome ice candles recently and was nice enough to post a DIY tutorial on her blog – check it out!
Customizable Matchbox Labels
Need something cute and customizable to go with a candle gift? How about these printable matchbox labels with editable monograms from Lia Griffith?