DIY A Gorgeous Elevated Candle Holder On A Budget

Imagine your living room being almost perfect. The furniture arrangement, color scheme, and ambiance are all on point and look nearly magical. But there's still something missing — an elevated candle holder could tie every aspect of the space together. After all, there are so many beautiful ways to decorate your home with candles. However, as you scour furniture stores, your heart may sink with the realization that most of the good options will put a dent in your pocket. Instead of giving up, DIY an affordable and stylish candle holder.

An elevated candle holder project is one of those DIY home decor ideas to upgrade your home and garden on a budget. You only need a sprinkle of resourcefulness, a bit of time, and easily accessible materials like a Walnut Hollow Basswood Circle that will serve as a plaque, wooden dowels like Woodpeckers Split Oak Dowel Rods, round craft wood circles, and three Dollar Tree Clear Glass Cylinder Vases. You will come up with a sleek and elevated candle holder with a circular wooden base, perfect for adding atmosphere to any room. This project is not just budget-friendly; it's also a way to flex your DIY skills since you can create custom pieces tailored to your space. After all, sometimes DIY projects are the best ways to bring unmatched satisfaction to your home improvement journey without breaking the bank.

Prepare the wooden base by screwing the three wooden dowels of varying lengths into the wooden plaque for a foundation. The lengths depend on your space available. Drill a pilot hole in each dowel before adding the screws to make the process easier and prevent the wood from splitting. Add a dab of wood glue for extra stability, too. Then, attach the wooden circles to the top of each dowel using screws and glue. Now, paint the piece in a color that complements your room. After the paint dries, attach the glass vases to the wooden circles using the E6000 glue in your home and let the glue cure for 24 hours. It's also best to use faux candles as open flames can be a fire hazard. They are just as beautiful, and many even flicker like the real thing, like Artmarry's Ivory Battery Operated Pillar Candles.

Be mindful of the weight of faux candles, though, particularly larger ones that house batteries. These types of candles can make the holder top-heavy, increasing their chances of tipping. To avoid this, add weight to your holder's base to ensure it's stable and well-balanced. You can fill the base with heavy objects, like stones, which will also add an aesthetic element to your design. Placement is another key consideration. Keep your elevated candle holder away from high-traffic spots in your home, especially if you have children or pets. A single wrong move could topple your crafted holder, shattering the glass and creating a safety hazard.