When it comes to candles and glitter, they are a killer combination. The sparkle really creates a magical effect in candlelight. Jamie of Some of This and That is back with another fun tutorial. She has created these super fun, but inexpensive candle holders using the trays of tea lights. These sparkling flower candle holders can be customized to any color scheme and work great for entertaining. I could see these candle flowers for a backyard luau or as part of wedding or bridal shower centerpiece. This is a great way to get a custom look for any space.
This project takes only four supplies!
Materials Needed:
- 6 empty aluminum tea light cases (you can usually get a pack of 12 at the Dollar Store)
- Glitter
- Modge Podge
- Rolling Pin
Directions:
To form the petal, gently push in the sides of the tea light so that they meet towards the center. Use a rolling pin to press each petal flat. Do this with 5 of the tea lights.
Cover each petal in Modge Podge and coat in glitter. Allow to dry and dust off any excess glitter.
Using the sixth tea as a base and glue each of the petals to the bottom. Allow to dry.
Gently reshape any petals that may have lost their shape while gluing.
Place a tea light candle into the center base.
Heidi says
August 25, 2014 at 3:14 pmAdorable! I love the glitter! Thanks for sharing the idea.
Cynthia R says
August 26, 2014 at 11:07 amHow pretty, it’s princess tea candles
Eileen Richter says
August 27, 2014 at 12:54 amOh wow, I thought they were leaves painted and then glittered! How great to do a red one for Xmas! My daughter would like to do this. a great project for senior home but using the center candle as a battery operated one. How nice!
Janet W. says
August 28, 2014 at 5:07 amThat is so pretty and unique! I love the shimmer!
Elisabeth says
August 28, 2014 at 11:19 amThese are gorgeous! I wish I had known how to make these before I got married.
Betsy Barnes says
September 1, 2014 at 3:16 pmSuch a cute craft!! I am not a crafty person, however, this looks easy enough that I think I could do it. I am even thinking holidays, would be pretty with red and green leaves. 🙂
Marti Tabora says
September 1, 2014 at 3:49 pmThis is really pretty and I actually think I could do this.
Nicole Dz says
September 1, 2014 at 3:53 pmGreat quick DIY to add sparkle to any décor. Very pretty, love the blue glitter. This would be fun to do with the kids, although glitter would be everywhere.
Shannon says
September 1, 2014 at 5:13 pmThis is super cute. Thank you for sharing this craft with us.
Sarah Hayes says
September 1, 2014 at 7:19 pmthis is so neat! such a simple craft but looks so good.
Amy Orvin says
September 1, 2014 at 9:05 pmHow pretty! I love this idea. I am always trying to find ways to make DIY candles and accessories. Thanks for the great idea!
RANDY FULGHAM says
September 2, 2014 at 11:26 amTHIS IS A NEAT IDEAL.–THANKS FOR SHARING…
Cindy B says
September 3, 2014 at 11:23 pmThat’s pretty! I never would have thought to make petals like that.
Cindy Merrill says
September 7, 2014 at 6:01 amThis looks ever so easy! Thanks for the idea!
CR Williams says
September 7, 2014 at 4:47 pmThese look so cool and easy to make. Would love to try it one day!
Dandi D says
September 13, 2014 at 2:26 pmI really like this idea, and I would have never thought of something so creative!
Mya Murphy says
September 14, 2014 at 8:24 pmLooks almost too simple.. I can’t wait to try this!!
Jeannie Eplion-Holley says
September 15, 2014 at 8:51 pmWhat an absolutely adorable craft. This would be great for dressing up a Thanksgiving or Christmas table.
Sarah L says
September 16, 2014 at 12:29 amI know I have some tea lights around here somewhere to make with this. Thanks.
Shakeia Rieux says
September 16, 2014 at 10:52 amThis is pretty cool!I would love to make something like that!What a great idea!Love the color
Cynthia C says
September 16, 2014 at 1:15 pmSo simple and pretty. These would be nice for a wedding.
Terri S. says
September 16, 2014 at 2:39 pmHow pretty the glittered petals look with the light shimmering from the tea light candles! I will do this with red and green glitter at Christmas. Thanks so much for sharing. 🙂
Richard Hicks says
September 16, 2014 at 7:26 pmTHe holder really looks nice and it is so easy to make too!
Dandi D says
February 16, 2015 at 6:41 amThis would be a lovely table decoration for a Mother/Daughter tea.
G K says
November 14, 2016 at 5:29 pmThese look great! I love the blue!