DIY Holiday Craft: Dip-Dyed Candles

A candle centerpiece can improve the aesthetics of any room. Candles are inexpensive and come in every color. You can use them to create a simple focal point or an elegant one for the holidays. Get this stunning look for less by raiding your kids’ art supplies. The candles are dipped in beeswax highlighted with crayon shavings. You can enlist the help of your kids to make this holiday craft. Cluster candles of varied heights with wax bands of different heights for a striking look.

DIY Holiday Craft: Dip-Dyed Candles

Place them on a raised surface to draw attention

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Supplies

• Candles in different sizes
• Colored beeswax beads
• Taper candle
• Wooden spoon
• Crayons
• Slow cooker or double boiler
• Vegetable peeler or knife
• Baking sheet or ceramic plate

They create a perfect mood

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Process

1. Put the wax beads in a double boiler. If you don’t have a boiler, use a slow cooker with a nonstick insert. Melt the wax and continue adding chips to get a higher wax line.
2. Use the vegetable peeler to shave the crayons. Add the bits to the wax and stir to blend.
3. Let the bubbles settle then dip a candle into the wax to test the color. For a darker color, add more shavings.
4. Remove the wax from the heat.
5. Dip the base of one pillar candle to your preferred height. Hold the candle in the melted wax for 5-10 seconds. Remove it and place it on a ceramic plate or baking sheet to dry. Repeat this process for the other candles. Heat the wax again to maintain consistency if you are making multiple candles.
6. Leave the leftover wax to solidify. It will pop out easily.

Don’t they look magnificent?

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You can also create dip-dyed ombre candles with this holiday DIY craft. Once the wax melts, dip the candle quickly and remove it. Continue this process and dip a smaller portion of the base each time and for a longer period. After the candles dry, arrange them together to create a centerpiece. You’ll love this project because it is inexpensive and does not consume a lot of time. You can buy the supplies at any local store. You can also make candles in different colors .

What colors would you choose for your candles?

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