A jeweled votive candle holder can be a beautiful accessory for the holidays or just to add some sparkle to your décor. With a range of available designs, these glittery items can even be perfect gifts, wedding favors, or centerpieces.
Votive candle holders are versatile decorations that come in a wide range of colors, styles, and designs. Jeweled candle holders can vary widely based on several design factors, including…
Materials: Most jeweled votive holders are made of glass, and in some cases a single large piece of glass or crystal can be cut into the shape of one enormous jewel as a unique and bold candle holder. Other candle holders can be crafted from metal or ceramic and have jewels applied to the surface. Shape: Jeweled holders are readily available in basic cup shapes, round holders, flared cups, and square candle holders. The height of the holder can vary depending on whether the entire candle is to be shielded or if the flame will be above the edge of the holder. Display Style: How a candle is displayed can greatly impact the candle holder design. The majority of jeweled votive holders are simple cups that can be set on any flat surface, while more elaborate designs have pedestals or miniature centerpiece chandeliers trimmed with crystals and jewels. Jewel Application: The most common way to design a jeweled votive candle holder is to adhere the jewels to the side of the holder's cup in an array of patterns such as mosaics, shapes, or scenes. The gems can also be wired into different three dimensional shapes such as snowflakes or stars on the side of the cup, or can be attached to the edge of a cup to dangle freely.If you can't find the perfect jeweled candle holder for your décor, it can be easy to make your own unique votive candle holder with jewels.
For a simple jeweled cup, you will need craft glue for glass and plastic, a plain votive candle holder in your preferred shape, and a selection of faux gems or crystals with flat backs. If desired, ribbons can be used for additional accents.
Clean the votive holder carefully so there is no dust or fingerprints on the surface. Use craft glue to attach the gems in whatever pattern you desire – alternating colors, shapes, or sizes adds great visual interest. Let the gems dry without being disturbed so they do not slide out of alignment. If desired, glue a line of ribbon at the top or bottom of the cup for additional color. Gluing the gems at the top and the ribbon at the bottom is usually preferred so the ribbon will hide melted wax as a candle is burned. Let the candle holder dry completely before use.For this simple, fast project, you will need a small clear glass votive candle holder and a larger candle holder or glass container of a similar shape, several dozen loose faux gems or crystals (quantity will vary depending on the size), and a colored votive candle that matches the color of the gems.
Nest the small candle holder in the center of the larger container. If desired, you can use a small amount of craft glue to secure the smaller holder inside the larger one. Fill the interior space between the walls of the votive cup and the larger container with loose gems, but keep the level of loose gems slightly below the top rim of the votive holder. Insert the votive candle into the holder where it will coordinate with the gems.This is a great project because it is fast and easy to do, and the faux gems and colored candle can easily be changed to match different decorations or holidays.
With a piece as lovely as a jeweled candle holder, display is important. These beautiful accessories can easily be added to larger centerpieces for extra sparkle, or several jeweled holders of similar colors or shapes can be grouped together to form a centerpiece of their own. A large, pedestal style holder is perfect by itself and can add a delicate vintage look to any décor.
No matter how your display your jeweled holder, don't forget proper candle safety:
Never leave a burning candle unattended and burn it only on a safe surface away from flammable materials. Keep delicate jeweled holders out of reach of children and pets. Wash the holder gently to avoid loosening any jewels or other accents.Properly coordinated with the rest of your décor and displayed for a glittering effect, a jeweled votive candle holder can be a fun and beautiful accessory for your home.
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