DIY: 2 personalized candle ideas for a sparkling Christmas
If you too like to add a personal touch to your Christmas decorations, you've come to the right place. This year, candles are in the spotlight. In this article, I share with you two easy and original ideas for illuminating your home: candles in the shape of a fir tree, perfectly in keeping with the theme, and candles to paint as you wish. Now it's time to paint!
Christmas tree silhouette candles
Material
Green candles
A gratin dish
1l. hot water
A knife
Candle holders
how to do it
Pour the hot water into the baking dish and soak the candles in the water for 10 minutes.
Hold the candle by its base and, using the knife, make small cuts all over the candle's surface. Leave to cool for 30 minutes on a candle-holder to allow the cuts to dry and set.
Hand-painted candles
Material
Candles in the color of your choice
Fine paintbrushes
Acrylic paint
Candle holders
how to do it
Make sure your candles are dry and clean before you start. Use acrylic paint to decorate your candles as you see fit. Once you've finished, place them on a candle-holder and leave to dry for at least 2 hours.
