Want to give your friend or family member that special gift that comes from the heart? Well, I got another idea for you to run with for your DIY Christmas – A Custom Decor Candle. Yeah, I know Scentsy is the big thing now, everything wickless, but sometimes your want to have a candle to add to your decor because it’s simply so beautiful. I have an easy way to either update your old candles, or create a magical gift for the family and friends in your life.
So I made these little beauties at the same time as I was Upcycling glass jars for Christmas gifts. I used some of the same supplies; ribbons, embellishments, old earrings and some upholstery tacks.
I started with some candles I purchased at Walmart. The large ones are scented, the smaller are unscented. Hobby Lobby had candles as well, but I was looking for the least expensive variety.
I gathered together my supplies.
Ribbons, tacks, some jewelry making supplies.
A few things from the paper crafting aisle as well.
Cuz seriously, who doesn’t want some bling in their life?
I then used the ribbon of choice and secured in the back with some upholstery tacks. They add a nice touch too, don’t you think?
After securing the ribbon, I embellished with a variety of my supplies.
A little paper crafting supplies with the flowers that I attached using a glue gun, and then some bling to dress it up.
I used a tack on the front to hold the tassel and key in place for this one.
And this got a little of everything.
And then I decided to mix things up by using some wire.
After adding a little bit of jewelry to the front, I secured it by twisting the wire on the back.
A little bling, a little ribbon and wa-lah! You’ve got yourself a beautiful handmade gift that will be cherished.
This little embellishment was an old earring from my niece that I added the charm to.
Now who wouldn’t want to display them on a shelf or tray in the bathroom? Or even in the living room or dining room.
Yeah, I’m gifting these away this year. So if you’re family/friends and you’re seeing this post, guess what’s coming your way!
Toodles!
On the candles your tacking them only in the back?
Yes, only on the back. It seems to hold them just fine. You could add more just for the decor if that suits you. 🙂 Let those creative juices flow!