What would a week devoted to all things that glow be without a nod to the original glow-in-the-dark object, the candle?! Arguably, candles don’t quite fall under the glow-in-the-dark category but they do quite literally glow in the dark so… here we are! We’ve rounded up the 14 best DIY candle projects from all over the web. Wax on!
14 DIY Candles to Light Up Your Home

By Anjelika TempleOct 13, 2013
Anjelika Temple
As Co-Founder and Chief Creative Officer of Brit + Co, Anjelika Temple brings her voracious consumption of all things creative and colorful to DIY projects, geeky gadgetry finds and more. When she's not DIY-ing her heart out, you'll find her throwing dinner parties with friends or adventuring with her husband David, their daughters Anokhi and Indira, and their silly dog Turkey.
What would a week devoted to all things that glow be without a nod to the original glow-in-the-dark object, the candle?! Arguably, candles don’t quite fall under the glow-in-the-dark category but they do quite literally glow in the dark so… here we are! We’ve rounded up the 14 best DIY candle projects from all over the web. Wax on!
Seashell Candles
Soy Candle Favors
Party Hack Candles in a Jar
French Vanilla Candles
Color Block Candles
Mini Tart Tin Beeswax Candles
Beeswax Roll-Ups
Vintage Teacup Candles
Recycled Ice Candles
Hester Travel Candle
Candle Lanterns
Acorn Candles
Turn Wine Corks into Candles
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