You’ve seen them in stores, now make them at home for a fraction of the price.
Candlelight is a staple of elegant tables, but consider putting a literal spin on your next centerpiece.
Create an inexpensiveholiday centerpieceby grouping several candles together on a tray.
Credit: Carson Downing
Thiseasy at-home DIY projectalso makes a heartfelt birthday or Christmas gift.
Get creative when twisting and shaping your candles, the design options are endless.
If you have leftover candles, try making these dip-dyed tapers.
We used a candy thermometer to measure.
Place taper candles in the water and let sit for 10 minutes until slightly soft.
Step 2: Twist and Cool
Keep the candles in the hot water while working with them.
One at a time, remove, pat dry, and place on waxed paper.
Use a rolling pin to gently flatten the candle’s middle.
Twist the candle gently to create sculptural designs.
Try twisting the candles, bending them into shapes, or curving them into loops.
Place the finished candle in cold water to set the design.
