Transform Dollar Tree Containers Into A Luxe Tapered Candle Holder

Although there are many beautiful ways to decorate your home with candles, nothing makes a dining table or fireplace mantle feel more special than a tapered one casting a warm glow over a delicious meal or decorative trinkets. Unlike bulkier candles in glass jars or votives that come in their own little tins, candle holders are a must-have item when you're decorating with tapered candles. While it is relatively easy to find a set of gold ones like the popular Nuptio Decorative Centerpiece Candlestick Holders, it's easy to DIY a luxe version of your own with a few inexpensive items from Dollar Tree.

The body of this DIY tapered candle holder is made from the highly rated Caterer's Corner Clear Plastic Wavy Square Containers. Dollar Tree sells them in a 12-count package for $1.25. Although you can use a single package to make this project, if you want a taller candle holder, you'll need to purchase approximately one set of 12 for every inch of height desired. This project also calls for a hot glue gun. If you're in the market for a new one, a cordless glue gun is one of our top-rated Ryobi tools that costs no more than $50. You'll also need a small wooden circle like the Ijhnba Smooth Unfinished Natural Wood Rings for Crafting. Last but not least, you'll need a can of spray paint.

Start by putting several beads of glue in the bottom of each wavy square container, stacking one on top of the next until you reach your desired height. They will start to slightly spiral, which creates a luxe look. Once you've stacked and glued all of your containers, you'll need to create a place to hold your candle. You can use either more hot glue or a paintable heavy-duty adhesive like E6000 Plus to attach one wooden ring to the center of the top container. Make sure it dries thoroughly, as this will hold your taper in place.

For additional security, there are two optional steps you can take before painting. A soldering iron is another Ryobi tool that is perfect for all of your DIY crafting needs. For this project, use one to very carefully drill a hole in the center of your wooden ring. Make it large enough to stick the base of your taper candle inside. Or, use a product like Likejarcand Adhesive Candle Taper Sticky Dots to firmly hold your candle inside the wooden ring.

The final step is to spray paint your entire candle holder. Head outdoors to complete this step. Although you can choose any color that works with your decor, because your new tapered candle holder is made from both plastic and wood, make sure your spray paint will affix to both surfaces. Over 30,000 users love Rust-Oleum Universal All Surface Metallic Spray Paint, which comes in Pure Gold and a variety of other luxe colors.

Once you've painted your tapered candle holder, it's ready to use. The wavy container shape should keep any wax drips contained, but always be sure to keep a close eye on any live flames. You can also opt for smokeless, dripless taper candles like the BOLSIUS Unscented 10-Inch European Quality Dinner Candles. Another option is to use an LED option like the Homemory Waxy Flameless Battery Operated Taper Candle to eliminate the need for a live flame altogether while still enjoying a warm glow and flickering effect.

If you want to make your candle holder even more luxurious, consider attaching it to a large base with more E6000 glue. You can use any flat base that appeals to you, from a piece of natural wood, natural stone tile, or ceramic hot plate mat like the WDZZHOT Ceramic 8" Marble Style Trivet. Whichever base style you choose, make sure it is larger than the 4.85-inch wavy container. The heavier your base, the more glue you should apply. To keep it from scratching delicate finishes on your dining table or mantle, glue a piece of felt to the bottom.