The DIY Pillow Candle Holder That Adds A Soft And Cozy Touch To Your Space

Nothing beats the comfort, warmth, and coziness that candles bring into a home. They do more than just illuminate: Candles usher in an intimate, relaxing ambiance that sets the mood of the evening, whether you're lighting them up for a dinner party or a quiet night in. Blending beauty, function, and fragrance, it's no surprise that candles are high on the list when it comes to interior decorating.

Equally important is the candle holder. Sure, you can easily head over to a store and pick one out, but where's the fun in that? There are tons of fun ways to craft your own candle holders. We've featured creative DIY holders made from recycled bottles or reused jar lids, but Instagrammer @unidesign1 takes it to the next level with this delightful, pillow-shaped candle holder. This DIY calls for white cement for its finer, smoother texture, a glass for making a candle imprint, and a resealable sandwich bag. The project results in a one-of-a-kind object that no store-bought holder can hold a candle to — pun intended.

Since sandwich bags vary in size, gauge the amount of white cement needed to fill a little more than half of the bag. @unidesign1 uses one part white cement to ½ part water. Mix the water into the cement in small increments, stirring thoroughly to avoid any lumps. Once you've achieved a pancake batter consistency, pour the mixture into the plastic bag. Remove as much air as you can before sealing the bag, laying it flat, and jiggling it a bit to ensure that no bubbles form.

Next, fill a glass with just enough water to make a mark on the cement without sinking all the way to the bottom. Gently but firmly press the glass' bottom to the middle of the plastic bag, leaving it there as it sets. This indentation will serve as the base for your candle and will form the creases on the cement pillow. Though white cement's setting period can span 8 to 10 hours, we suggest leaving it to dry for at least 24 hours.

After cutting away the plastic, it's time to decorate your candle holder. Either leave it as it is for a raw and unfinished look or sand it down for a smoother finish. Coat its surface with acrylic paint or homemade chalk paint. Experiment with color by adding acrylic paint to the cement and water mixture. You can make these pillow candle holders in various sizes to hold anything from tiny tealights to thicker aromatic candles. Even better, you can use it as a small tray for trinkets or as an entryway catchall.