Monday, September 30, 2013

Votive Candle DIY Projects for Your Wedding



Votive candles are a wedding mainstay. They instantly add atmosphere and romance for not a lot of money.

But if you want to add some pizzazz to your wedding votive candles, there are plenty of options.

Here are four votive projects that would add a warm glow to your wedding day.



Paper punch – The intricate design of this candle holder looks complicated, but with a pattern punch and some scrapbooking paper, you can create these beauties. Martha Stewart Weddings shows you step by step how to get this stunning look.


Watercolor – Let your inner artist show when you create these easy DIY votive holders. The soft and blended colors look so romantic. The best part is your painting doesn’t need to be detailed; just some swirls will do.

Yarn Wrapped – In broad daylight, candle holders wrapped in white yarn doesn’t seem that interesting. But after dark, the structural look of the yarn is delightful. 


Paper Bags – Putting votive candles inside these printed paper bags would be great for the entrance to your reception. Add favorite quotes, sayings and even photos – The Swell Life shows you how.


Votive candles are readily available, and can be dressed up many different ways. These DIY votive candle projects will make your wedding day glow.

Which project do you like the best?