Fun DIY Project: Tree Stump Candle Holders

Do you have a stack of wood sitting on your front porch or any other part of your home? Put it to good use! You can also prune some old branches from your trees to use for this fun DIY project. If you are all about reusing and repurposing things, you will love this craft. Tree stump candle holders can create the perfect centerpiece when filled with candles. They are easy to make as they only require basic tools. Follow these instructions and you’ll be done in no time.

Fun DIY Project: Tree Stump Candle Holders

A perfect way to enliven your dining table!

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Things You Will Need

Drill

Handsaw

Miter saw

Jig saw

1½” wood boring drill bit

Tea light candles

Sandpaper

Procedure

1. Choose a few logs from the stack and pick those with a diameter of about 4”.
2. Clean the logs with a slightly damp cloth to get rid of the dust and dirt.
3. Saw off the protruding branches with a jig saw or a handsaw. A jig saw is better than a handsaw because it doesn’t make your arms tired.
4. Use the miter saw to slice the ends of the logs. It creates a nice, clean cut. Make sure that the cut is perpendicular to the log’s length so it doesn’t lean when upright.
5. Reduce the length of some logs to ensure they have varying heights. You can make one 3”, another 7”, and another 9”. When the logs have different heights they make for a more interesting candle arrangement.
6. Using the drill and drill bit, make a hole in each tree stump. It should be approximately 1/2”. If you aren’t sure that the size of the hole is accurate, place a tea light. Its flat top should align with the surface of the log.
7. Sand the bark of each log to create a rustic appearance. If the wood has a thick bark, you may require a sander.
8. After cutting, drilling, and sanding take your tree stump candle holders indoors and arrange them on your dining table or fireplace mantel.

These will give your home a rustic touch

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This fun DIY project isn’t just for the holidays, it can be done any time of year. The next time your landscaper cuts the damaged trees in your yard, tell him you need a few trunks for a project. The candle holders also make great gifts any time of year. They are beautiful, inexpensive, and offer a great way to bring the outdoors in.

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