Candles with a twist

I spotted some twisted candled last time I was at the garden centre. They were beautiful, and I thought to myself that they probably wouldn’t be that difficult to make at home. Anne and I decided to have a go using some candles we had lying around. And it turns out that not only is it easy to do yourself, it’s also loads of fun!

These warm colours are perfect for autumn. Find some nice candleholders too. You could choose matching colours, or go for a contrasting look.

You will need:
– candles
– an oven dish
– a rolling pin
– baking paper
– boiling water

1. Pour some boiling water into the base oven dish. Don’t fill it right to the top, a small amount of water in the bottom is enough. Lay the candles in the water and leave them to soak for fifteen minutes. Remove the candles from the water, they should be soft and easy to bend. If they aren’t, leave them in the water for a little bit longer.

           

2. Place a candle between two pieces of baking paper and roll it carefully with the rolling pin. Flatten the candle a little bit using this method, but leave the bottom round, so you can put it in a candle holder.

3. Take the bottom of the candle in your hand and start to slowly twist the flat part. Turn it as if you’re wringing out a tea towel.

And that’s how you make them! it’s such a fun DIY and really easy. Want to more DIY? click here

Love, Daphne