Finding the perfect summer decoration is not that difficult. Especially if you simply design them yourself. We have an original and simple craft idea for you that you are guaranteed to have a lot of fun with. This is an original way to decorate candles that you can do alone, but also with your children or friends.
For the idea, you need materials that you have quickly on hand. Collect any flowers. You can find many of them in your own garden, but even a walk in a meadow can prove useful when it comes to finding the right onesflowersto find. Grasses and leaves are also wonderful.
Instructions
The flowers can be attached to the candle in different ways. With all techniques, however, the heat is the crucial point. The easiest and easiest way to make candles is to use a metal spoon and a tea light.
Heat the spoon over the flame of the tea light. Then take the chosen flower and place it anywhere on the candle. Now use the hot spoon to stroke the free areas of the candle to pick up some wax and then over the flower until the flower is fixed. The wax can then cool down again and hardens, enclosing the flower. Do this carefully so as not to leave dents in it.
Simple decoration idea
The technology reminds us of thatDecoupage with candles and napkinsand the principle is really the same. You can put as many flowers on it as you like. The hot air from a hairdryer or an iron is sometimes used for this. Parchment or wax paper is placed on the flowers and removed again after the flowers have been fixed. Decide for yourself which option is easiest for you.
The nice thing about it is that you only use natural materials. This also makes them the perfect gift, with even more value because they are homemade. You can decorate the candles in an individual way and choose your own design for each friend.
Leaves and grasses
As already mentioned, you can incorporate not only dried flowers, but also grasses or even leaves into the homemade design. Keep in mind that thin grasses can be torn quickly, so you'll need to be even more careful when painting.
Scatter the flowers wildly all over the candle or create a pretty arrangement like this. In principle, you can let your imagination run wild. Combine colorful flowers, grasses and leaves or choose different shades of one color to match the candle to a specific color theme in the room.
This gives you perfect decoration for every room. It looks great in a romantic vintage room or as a romantic accent in a modern interior. Scatter candles in the bathroom and create a relaxing atmosphere.
Dry flowers
The flowers have to be dried first, as you already know. On the one hand, this makes them more durable and, on the other hand, they are easier to install. They are pressed flat and therefore adapt better to the surface and can therefore be sealed better.
Seal flowers well
Protruding elements only dry out more over time and become more brittle. Plus, they can fall off when touched, which could turn all your work into a waste of time. Allow some patience for pressing and drying the flowers.
Practical tools
Tweezers also prove to be a very useful tool. With it you can grip and hold the delicate flowers and other elements better. You will also protect your fingers from getting wax smeared on them. Of course, you can also come up with other tools. The main thing is that your work is made easier.
You can make the decoration at any time of the year where flowers and other elements can be found. This time begins in spring with the spring flowers and extends into autumn, which offers autumn flowers and colorful leaves. You can also stock up on dried flowers and leaves to keep you busy in the winter.
Drying the flowers should also be done correctly. A book is usually used for this as it presses the flowers best. If you don't want to ruin the pages with stains, put paper between them. Paper is important because it absorbs moisture well. You are welcome to place additional books on top of the book to press everything better.
Of course, the flowers look particularly good when you use a white or very light candle. But that doesn't mean you can't use a colored one. In this case, you can easily use flowers in contrasting colors or create an attractive ombre effect using similar shades.
DIY project for beginners
Even beginners can easily implement the idea. There is even a risk that you will become addicted to this craft idea. And the great thing is that no two candles are the same. You surprise yourself every time and can create a wide variety of designs.
If you feel like it, you can also make entire candles yourself. Flowers can easily be incorporated into it again. You can then further decorate the finished variants by decorating the candles with flowers and other elements from the outside.
Since candles come in a variety of sizes and shapes, you are welcome to use any model if you want to decorate candles. They also work very well as decoration in groups and can therefore represent different arrangements and pictures. Even thin table candles can be beautifully decorated.
Whether as a group arrangement or individually, you can display the candles in a variety of ways. Combine with fresh flowers or grasses and decorate side tables, dressers and other storage surfaces both indoors and outdoors to enhance the atmosphere.
Crafting with wax
If you like the idea of decorating candles, then it's best to get started this weekend or as soon as you have the time and inclination to do some crafting. Take a walk through nature with family or friends and gather all the necessary materials.
