Candles have been around for ages. In fact, the earliest known candles originated in China around 200 BC. They then appeared in Europe after 400 AD. The first candles were made of natural fat and wax and later on oil was used. Paraffin revolutionized candle-making in 1830. Originally, candles were commonly used for illumination and, although we now have electricity, we still keep candles in the house but mainly as decorative features and for mood lighting. Now you can make your own unique candle holders.
Create a Beautiful Candle Holder and Decoration for Your Home
1. Concrete pillow like candle holder
While this candle holder looks almost like a pillow, you’ll find that it offers a solid base to hold your favorite tealight. This candle holder would look great in any home and will add a unique decoration to your space.
2. Tiny Plant and Candle Concrete Holders
House plants have become incredibly popular in the past few years, so why not match your plant holders with your candle holders? This will create a cute set of decorations that will be ideal for placing in your living room or kitchen.
3. Use Crayons to Create Colored Candles
Candles don’t always have to be white to add a sophisticated touch to your home, We love these colorful candles that you can learn how to create in this video tutorial.
MASON JAR CANDLES
4. Rustic Floating Candles for a Wedding or Table Centerpiece
Mason jars are great for this type of project. You can make lots of interesting candle centerpieces using them. For example, these floating candles have a lovely rustic look and they would look great on a table. You can even use them as centerpieces for a wedding.
5. Paint Your Candle Jar with Chalkboard Paint
To make the jar look more interesting, a nice idea can be to paint it with chalkboard paint. You can also personalize it like in this case for example. Cut out a heart out of tape or something that sticks to the jar and paint everything but that area. Then peel off the heart and you’ll get this lovely design. {found on heartloveweddings}.
6. Mason Jar Table Lanterns
This project is similar to the very first one we’ve presented here. In this case, however, we have table lanterns instead of floating candles. The jars are placed upside down and the candles are attached to the lid. {found on simplykierste}.
7. Recycle Old Fabric and Jars to Create Elegant Candle Holders
Recycle lave fabric and old jars and make something elegant and beautiful. First, measure the jar and decide how much lace you need to wrap around. Then glue it on the jar at the ends and wrap some twine around as well. The candles go inside. {found on flickr}.
8. Make Lanterns with Oil and Mason Jars
You can also make lanterns using oil and mason jars. Just make a hole in the center of the lid for the wick to go through, put some oil inside the jar, and there you have it: a very nice piece for the outdoors. Use it on the terrace.
CONCRETE CANDLE HOLDERS
9. DIY Lace Cement Votives
Although concrete may seem like a material difficult to work with, you can use it to make all sorts of cute projects. For example, try making some concrete candle holders. It’s much easier than you may think. Make these using cement powder, paper cups, coins, petroleum jelly, sticker tape, and disposable containers. {found on sayyes}.
10. A Large Cement Candle Holder
There are simpler projects for you to try as well. For example, this candle holder can hold 4 candles. It’s basically a block of cement with holes in it large enough to fit candles inside. To make it you need a baking pan, concrete mix, and candles. Pour the concrete into the mold and then add the candles, wait for the concrete to solidify, burn out the candles and remove the wax. {found on signepling}.
11. Find Containers and Molds to Create Any Shape of Candle Holder
There are lots of interesting other designs you can try. You can basically choose any shape you want for the votives and candle holders. You just have to figure out how to make the mold or simply to find containers with the shape and size you desire. {found on nimidesign}.
12. A Rough Edged Candle Holder
Because concrete is not exactly a delicate material, this gives you the opportunity to make candle holders with a more rough design if you want them to look more organic. The lines don’t have to be perfect. In fact, any discrepancies will only make the piece look unique. {found on site}.
13. Use a Soda Can as Your Mold
You could use a soda can as a mold. First, cut the top off. Add a small amount of water into the can, then add a cup of concrete and stir. Continue to add concrete and water. Shake the mold gently to make sure it evens out. Place the candle on top of the concrete and press down. Shake the mix evenly around the candle. Let it dry overnight and then remove the can. {found on oncewed}.
14. Use a Milk Carton to Create a Concrete Candle Holder
For this project, all you need is a milk carton, tape, and concrete. Cut out the top of the milk carton and then cut along the long side to make a box with a flap lid. Cut out 4 holes in the lid for the candles. Fill the mold with wet concrete and use masking tape to secure it and to make sure it maintains straight lines. Insert the candles through the holes and let the concrete dry. {found on chezlarsson}.
15. A Plastic Bottle Shaped Candle Holder
Another thing you can use as a mold is the bottom portion of a plastic bottle. Cut the bottle. It doesn’t have to look perfect. Then simply pour the concrete into the mold, shake a little bit and insert a candle in the center. Let it dry and remove the mold.
16. Use Metallic Paint to Brighten Up Your Candle Holders
To give the votives a more interesting look, you could paint them. These, for example, were made using the technique we’ve just describes. The bottom portion is painted with metallic paint. You can simply dip them in paint and wait for the paint to dry. {found on monsterscircus}.
17. Add Lids to Your Candle Holders
These interesting-looking candle holders also have lids. You’ll basically have to use two molds for one candle holder. In one of them, you’ll insert the candle and the other one will be the lid. It can have any shape you want and you can create all sorts of interesting combinations. {found on site}.
WOOD VOTIVES
18. An Elegant Wood Candle Holder
If you prefer a material with a warm touch and of a different consistency, try using wood. Although technically wood can easily burn and it’s a not great idea to put close to a fire, it can also look very elegant and beautiful in a décor. This candle holder is basically just a block of wood with 5 small holes for 5 candles. {found on houzz}.
19. A Compact Wooden Candle Holder
This candle holder also has a compact design. It’s a big slice of wood with three large holes in it. In each hole, there’s room for a candle votive. Because the candles stay inside the votives, there’s no danger of setting fire to the whole house. {found on site}.
20. Wood Log Candle Holders
If you like the organic and natural look of wood logs, then why not use big pieces to make some rustic-looking candle holders. These have a sculptural look and they make quite an impression.
21. Birthday Cake Inspired Candle Holders
You know those small candles that usually go on birthday cakes? Well, they can also look nice on a mantel and even on a table. Make some cute little candle holders like these wooden cubes and drill a hole in each one big enough for the candles. {found on hankandhunt}.
22. Create a Gorgeous Log Candle Holder
Take advantage of what nature has to offer and find yourself a gorgeous log. It should have an interesting shape. Clean it, sand it down and then drill some holes in it for the candles. This one is a Cyprus wood piece. {found on etsy}.
23. A Thinner Wooden Candle Holder
This project is similar to the one we’re presented above, the difference being that this slice of wood is thinner. The project is very simple. Take the wood slab and make holes in it big enough for the candles to fit in. you can then use it as a table centerpiece for a romantic dinner. {found on brit}.
24. Don’t Worry About the Finish of Your Candle Holder
When it comes to wood, the finish doesn’t have to be perfect. Each piece of wood is different so anything you’ll be making out of it will be unique. For a more rustic look, try using salvages wood. {found on alamodestuffblog}.
25. A Rustic Tree Log
We’ve shown you lots of candle holders made of tree logs. This one is similar in this sense but, at the same time, it’s quite different. In this case, the log was sliced in half vertically so it sits flat on the table with the bark covering its entire surface. {found on site}.
CANDLE HOLDERS MADE OF PIPES
26. An Industrial Candle Holder Made From Copper Pipes
Try a design with an industrial feel if you think it would look good in your home. For example, a nice accent piece can be a candle holder made of copper pipes. Try combining the pieces in such a way to create a sturdy design with a good base and an interesting shape. {found on anmagritt}.
27. Combine Materials And Finishes
You can also combine materials and finishes. This candle holder, for example, is made of copper pipes and has a base made from a piece of wood. The pipes have the perfect diameter for the candles to fit inside. {found on adailysomething}.
28. Use Black Iron Pipes And Fittings
This candle holder is made of black iron pipes and fittings. It has a symmetrical design, with a sturdy base and a simple shape. Such a piece would look very nice on the fireplace mantel or in the center of the dining table. {found on etsy}.
29. DIY Copper Candle Holder
If you prefer something simpler, a DIY candle holder project that takes less time to complete, try this one. It’s a copper candle holder. All you need for this project is some thin copper coil that you bend in a shape you like. You can experiment and try several designs until you find the one you like best. {found on amerrymishapblog}.
GLASSES AND BOTTLES
30. A Simple Glass Votive
A glass, provided it has the right dimensions, can be a wonderful votive. But you might want to personalize it a little. You could, for example, use twisted sisal and wrap it around the base of the glass just to give the candle holder a rustic look. {found on site}.
31. Create A Candle Holder from a Beer Bottle
Here’s something you probably never thought of: you can make a candle holder out of a beer bottle. Cut the top portion of the bottle carefully and attach it to the bottom. This way you’ll create an interesting base for the candle holder. Then simply place the candle inside. {found on etsy}.
32. Add Glitter to an Empty Glass to Create a Pretty Candle Holder
If you want to try something a little more flashy, you could use glitter. Take an empty glass that you like, apply some glue on the inside and then pour glitter over it. The glitter will stick to the glue. Allow it to dry and you have a candle holder. {found on houseofearnest}.
33. A Wine Bottle Holder
This is a wine bottle turned into a candle holder/lamp. To make something similar you’ll have to cut out the bottom of the bottle. Then find something to use as a base, such as this one made of wood. The base has vent holes for proper air flow. {found on etsy}.
34. Create a Mirrored Look Using Silver Leaf
Give the glass a mirrored look to make it more interesting. You can use the silver leaf for that. Also, if the glass has a certain design on it, it will look more interesting. You can personalize the glass with monograms or other types of designs. {found on ruffledblog}.
35. Use Empty Class Bottles to Create a Table Centerpiece
Here’s an interesting idea for some table centerpieces. Get some empty glass bottles. They can be of different sizes and shapes. Get some paint and a paintbrush and paint numbers on each one. Then stick a candle inside. Make sure it has the right diameter. You can also tie some twine or cord around the bottle to make it look more interesting.
WRAPPED DESIGNS
36. Make A Snugly Sweater For Your Candle Votives
Want to make something interesting for Christmas while you’re sitting around watching a movie? Why not make a snuggly sweater for your candle votives? You need some yarn and a double crochet. The design or pattern you choose to use is up to you but this one looks pretty good. {found on site}.
37. DIY Twig Votives
Add a rustic touch to your home’s décor with these DIY twig votives. To make them you need glass votives, votive candles, twigs, spray paint, and a hot glue gun. First, spray paint the twigs and then start gluing them one by one to the votives. {found on freutcake}.
38. Use Washi Tape to Create Pretty Candle Votives
As you probably know, washi tape is incredibly versatile and fun to work with. You can decorate with it lots of things, including candle votives. Pick some patterns and prints you like and get to work. Be creative and come up with your own designs. {found on site}.
39. Wrap Rope Around Your Candle
Here’s a candle holder with a very simple but very chic design. It’s basically just some rope wrapped around a tape cardboard core. To make something similar you need jute rope, twine, paper tape, and hot glue. {found on mintedstrawberry}.
40. Wrap Bark Around Glass Cylinders
These glass cylinder votives have bark wrapped around them. It’s an interesting idea and also one very easy to execute. You need a glass vase, thread, glue, and birch bark. You can then place the candles on a wood slice to make a rustic centerpiece. {found on etsy}.
41. Add Small Fresh Flowers with Twine
If you want, you can try something a little more fresh such as this lovely ornament. It’s a candle inside a glass votive, with small fresh flowers held by twine. They cover the entire exterior of the votive and give it a very lovely look. Also, the flowers smell nice.
42. Glass Jars with Paper Snowflakes
Here’s a project you can customize to your preferences. These are lanterns made using some glass jars and paper snowflakes that wrap around the jar. You can pick a theme and replace the snowflakes with anything else you like. Glue the cut outs to the jar and light up the candle. {found on michelemademe}.
OTHER DESIGNS
43. Candle Holders Made Of Antlers
There are lots of other great ideas you can use which don’t exactly fit into any of the categories. For example, how about these candle holders made of antler sheds? They’re definitely very interesting. You can make something similar. You need 2 copper bushings, 2 copper caps, 2 antler sheds, and 2 candles. {found on adailysomething}.
44. A Sculptural Design Made From Antler Candle Holders
This antler candle holder has a sculptural design and it stands out, not just because of the shape but also because of the color. It has neon accents and it looks great. To achieve such a look, take some tape and delimit the area you need to be painted, then dip the antler in the paint of your choosing. {found on kristimurphy}.
45. Model Your Own Candle Holders Using Clay
Try modeling your own candle holders using clay. To make these ones you need a rolling pin, taper candles, a pizza cutter, a wine cork, or something similar in size and modeling clay. It can be a fun project for the weekend. {found on oncewed}.
46. Stenciled Burlap Candle Holders
These stenciled burlap candle holders reveal their true beauty in the dark. In case you want to make some, here are the supplies you’ll need: cardstock or stencils, burlap, glass candle holders, tape, acrylic paint, glitter, and thread to match the burlap. {found on justcraftyenough}.
47. Use Dinosaur Toys as Candle Holders
Want to make something fun for the kids’ birthday? Here’s an idea: dinosaur candle holders. You need a bunch of dinosaur toys and some candles and candle holders which you can stick into the toys and secure with glue. {found on etsy}.
48. Re-Purpose Any Item Which A Candle Can Fit Into
You can basically re-purpose any item in which you can fit a candle into a candle holder. For example, these candle holders look like fuse holders or something similar. They’re interesting and they offer lots of inspiration. {found on pikkuvarpunen}.
49. Use Old Ladles to Hold Tealights
These candle holders are even more unusual. They appear to be some old ladles and they would look very nice in a kitchen where they would add some rustic charm to the décor.
50. Pumpkin Candle Holders for Halloween
Here’s an interesting idea for Halloween. Take a small pumpkin, make a hole and remove what you find inside. Then cover the pumpkin with glue and cover it with glitter. Let it dry and add the candle inside. You can simplify your work by using a drill to make the hole. It should be slightly bigger than the candle. {found on twigandthistle}.
51. Shaker Containers with Holes in Their Lids
Shaker containers make great candle holders because they have holes in their lids. So all you have to do is put a candle in a shaker and then make a hanger using wire. After that, you’ll have a lovely little lantern you can hang in a tree. {found on thehomelessfinch}.
52. Easy to Make Tin Luminaries
These tin luminaries are quite easy to make. You need empty tin cans, a nail, a hammer, and some spray paint. First, fill the cans with water and put them in the freezer. Then use a template to punch holes into the tin can. Remove the ice, spray paint the can and put a candle inside. {found on celebrations}.
53. DIY Hurricane Lanterns
If you are looking for something to hold your larger candles in, consider creating this DIY hurricane lantern from Gross Grain Fab. This idea takes dollar store frames and turns them into a chic and sophisticated lantern that will look like you’ve spent an absolute fortune on. For anyone who is redecorating on a budget this year, you’ll find there are so many ways to make your money go further. As well as being an inexpensive project to complete, it also only takes about 30 minutes to create.
You’ll need five frames, so the whole thing will only cost you $5 to make, but if you have frames already in your home, it will be completely free to create. It’s the ideal accessory to add to any room in your home or place in your entryway.
54. A Driftwood Candle Holder
For anyone who loves spending time at the beach in the summer, continue this beachy feeling when you return home by making this driftwood candle holder from Live Creatively Inspired. This would be perfect for any type of home and will look great in almost any room. The next time you are at the beach, look out for pieces of driftwood that would be the right size and shape for this project.
You can make this candle holder to match any size or shape of candle, and the faded and weathered look creates a rustic touch to add to any home. To get started, you’ll want to soak your driftwood in bleach and water overnight, which will remove any of the unpleasant smells it may have. From there, all you’ll need is a large candle and a ball of white crochet cotton, and you’ll be ready to get started.
55. Spray Paint Old Candlesticks
Bring old candlesticks to life again with a quick spray paint makeover. Either use old candlesticks that you already have in your home or head to a thrift store to pick up some old candlesticks that might otherwise end up in the trash. Choose any color of paint to suit your current home decor and give them a bold and bright makeover. We love the yellow color that’s used in this design from On Sutton Place, and it goes perfectly with the lemon displays in the pictures.
56. Horseshoe Candle Holder
Simply Country Life shows us how to create this pretty horseshoe candle holder. All you’ll need to get started is two horseshoes and then a large chunk of wood, and you’ll be able to create this unique design that would look great in the center of your dining table. You can adjust the design of this candle holder to fit the number of candles you’ll want to add, but we think the five holes that they’ve added in this design would look perfect. It’s a great way to give items that would otherwise end up in the trash a new lease of life. Of course, you could fully customize this design by painting both the horseshoes and wood any color you like.
57. Seashell Candle Holder
If you liked the driftwood candle holder we shared above, you’ll also love this seashell candle holder. Add these two together to give your home a beachy makeover. You could use any type of seashell to create this design, but try to get a collection that is reasonably similar in size and shape for a more uniform candle holder. What’s Ur Home Story guides you through the process of creating this candle holder. We love the finishing touch of a little glitter that’s added at the end, but you could even consider painting the seashells for a modern and unique twist on this design.
58. Glass Hurricane Candle Holders
There’s no denying that glass candle holders can be quite pricey in stores today, but thanks to 320 Sycamore, you’ll find that you can recreate these using some items from the Dollar Store. Instead of spending a fortune on new candle holders, you can repurpose hurricanes from the dollar store, which can be used alongside inexpensive white candles and candlesticks, which you can purchase at the same time. These would look beautiful on your dining table or your mantelpiece, adding a sophisticated touch to any room in your home. Glass is ideal for placing in a room with any type of home décor, as the colorless design can fit in with almost any room.
59. DIY Minimalist Perspex Candle Holders
If you prefer to keep a minimalist design and theme in your home, you can still enjoy adding candle holders to your space. Fall For DIY shows you how to mold Perspex or acrylic to create these holders, which you’ll be able to fix together with a heat gun. We highly recommend wearing heat proof gloves when doing this project, as you’ll find that the gun can get extremely hot during the process. Protect your hands will making these modern yet minimalist candle holders, which will add a classy touch to any room in your home.
60. Birch Log Centerpiece Candle Holder
The final idea on our list today would be the ideal centerpiece for an indoor or outdoor dinner party. While this centerpiece can be made just with air plants and succulents, it also looks wonderful with tall white taper candles placed in between the plants. It’s a very versatile piece, and Sand & Sisal will show you a variety of ways you can incorporate this into your home. We love the addition of the fairy lights to the table, as this will create a whimsical atmosphere that’s perfect for welcoming guests into your home.
Which of these projects are you excited to try first? All of these unique candle holders are inexpensive to create yet will help to redecorate any room in your home this year. Whether you are hosting a family gathering or just looking to have a romantic night in, create one of these candle holders to add a beautiful touch to your home.
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