Crafts ’n things Craft of the Day
Burn this candle to show your loving thoughts are aglow for that special someone who warms your soul!
Materials
- Glass items: recycled quart jar, votive candle holder with lid
- DecoArt Liquid Rainbow Glass Paints: Burgundy Blast, Fuchsia, Tickled Pink
- DecoArt Liquid Rainbow Black Liquid Leading
- Burgundy ribbon, 1⁄8”, one yard
- Buttons, one each: hot pink, 3⁄4” ; pink, 1⁄2” ; light pink, 1⁄2”
- Red votive candle
Tools
- DecoArt Liquid Rainbow Styrene Painting Blank
Basic Supplies
scissors, masking tape, straight pin
Directions
STEP 1
Print and cut out pattern. Tape pattern to underside of leading blank; trace lines with leading. Repeat for two “sets” of hearts. Let dry 1-2 hours.
STEP 2
Follow manufacturer’s instructions to fill in: one heart Tickled Pink; two hearts Fuchsia; two hearts Burgundy Blast. (Note: Use pin to pop large air bubbles.) Fill in candle holder lid with Burgundy Blast; let dry 24 hours.
STEP 3
Carefully peel hearts from blank; apply to jar. Cut three 12” lengths from ribbon; tie around jar and trim ends at angle. Adhere buttons over knot; let dry. Insert candle holder into jar and candle into holder.
Other Options
- Place hearts on window, mirror, vase, or any glass surface.
- Make other holiday decorations in same way. Use coloring book pictures as patterns.
by Sandy Parpart
I volunteer at the local soup kitchen. I’m going to use one on each table to make the room a little more friendly.
I’ll let you know how they work out
V
Soooo cute! And I love Velma’s idea, too! I’m sure it will help add a cheery touch to the room!