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DIY Birch Bark Candle Holder

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If you’re looking for a rustic and charming addition to your home decor, look no further than a Birchwood bark candle holder. These unique candle holders are not only beautiful but also incredibly versatile, making them a popular choice among homeowners and even sellers.

Whether you prefer a rustic farmhouse style or a minimalist chic look, these candle holders are the perfect addition to any room. The natural texture and warmth of the birch bark add a touch of organic beauty to any space, making them a great choice for any time of year. Learn how to make your own here. 

 

Here is my tutorial on how to make a similar style – 

So if you’re looking to create your own Birchwood bark candle holder, here’s what you’ll need:

Materials:

Birch bark
Scissors
Hot glue gun
Tea light candles
Instructions:

Start by cutting a strip of birch bark that is wide enough to wrap around your tea light candle and tall enough to cover the sides of the candle.

Use your scissors to trim the top edge of the birch bark to create a scalloped or uneven edge for added visual interest.

Apply a thin line of hot glue along one edge of the birch bark strip and carefully wrap it around the tea light candle, making sure to press the bark firmly in place.

Continue wrapping the bark around the candle until it meets at the opposite edge, trimming off any excess bark as needed.

Repeat this process with additional tea light candles and birch bark strips until you have created as many candle holders as you need.

Once you’ve finished making your Birchwood bark candle holders, you can use them to add a cozy and inviting touch to any room. Display them on your mantel, coffee table, or dining table to create a warm and welcoming atmosphere for your family and friends. Or, if you’re looking to sell your creations, these candle holders are always a popular choice among buyers.

So why not try making your own Birchwood bark candle holders today and add a touch of natural beauty to your home decor?

 

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Learn about how sharks float with this great activity from JDaniel4’s Mom. 

Need more facts about sharks? This fact pact from The WOLFe PACK on Teacher Pay Teachers includes fact sheets, a printable flip book, informational text, vocabulary, comprehension questions and more. 

Living Montessori Now has a great collection of shark themed activities with a Montessori inspired twist. You’ll find a shark roll and cover, shark phonics and lots more shark activities Deb has collected from all over the Internet. 

Remember the “Sharknado” movie? A Few Shortcuts turned the combination of sharks and tornadoes into a fun science activity. You’ll need a bottle connector for this project but otherwise should have everything you need on hand. Use their template to make your sharks out of aluminum foil. So fun!

You can also do some shark themed coloring with these coloring pages from Encouraging Moms at Home. Or make a cool 3D shark with this template from korkotak. And there are tons of different shark crafts collected in this post from Kids Activities Blog.