Today's project is going to be making our own Decorative Glass Prism Candles. These candle jars are very easy to make, very elegant, and give the room a warm, cozy feel, as we immerse ourselves in the fall and winter months.
(Image by Ali Express on their website {http://www.aliexpress.com/price/decorative-glass-cylinders_price.html}.)
To complete this project you will need:
To complete this project you will need:
- A Mason Jar or Clean/Empty Candle Jar
- Glass Aquarium Stones or Decorative Pieces
- E6000 Craft Super Glue
- Paintbrushes
- A Tea Light, Votive Candle, or a Battery-Powered LED Light
Mason Jars, or similarly shaped and sized glass jars, can be found at a variety of retailers such as craft stores, dollar stores and superstores. These typically only run a couple of dollars.
Glass Aquarium Stones can be purchased at a variety of retailers such as, craft stores, pet stores, Walmart, etc. Bags are usually about $2-$3 apiece.
E6000 Craft glue can be found at any craft store or superstore. Unfortunately it usually runs anywhere from $3 or $4 up to about $7 or $8 depending upon where you're buying it, the size, and the specific variety. Luckily, however, while perusing the aisles of Dollar General, I found a tube in their tool and auto aisle for only $2.50.As with most of the supplies, paintbrushes can be found at virtually any superstore, craft store, or dollar store. I bought mine in a package of about 10 from Dollar General for $1-$2.Similarly tea lights, votives, and battery-powered LED lights can be found at any of our usual variety of stores. I enjoy buying tea lights from Dollar General, because they have delicious holiday scents in boxes of 8 for only $1 (I love the Iced Gingerbread.)Also, I bought a package of 2 battery-powered LED lights at Dollar Tree for just $1.
Much like my other projects, this one is relatively easy and inexpensive, yet yields store quality results.
First, after ensuring that your glass jar is clean and dry, you can open your glue and squeeze a small amount onto some newspaper, a paper plate, or some kind of working surface. Then, you'll dip our paintbrush into the glue, and beginning near the top of the jar, paint the glue onto a small section of the glass.
Next, you can begin adhering your glass stones or decorations to the jar. It's a good idea to already have a design or pattern in mind before you start gluing, to ensure that the glue is at its stickiest when you're placing the stones.
You will continue this process until your jar is covered with the decorative stones. It's a good idea to let the stones set for a couple hours before trying out your candle or LED light. Once your stones are dried to the jar, you're all set! Drop in your candle or turn your LED light on & enjoy!
Voila! You've Now Made a Decorative Glass Prism Candle!
Thank You & Enjoy!
