Hi Friend,
I spoke too soon last week and the summer came back!
Oh well, it's 95 degrees and I'm in the mood for candles.
I went out to the wood pile, wondering if it will ever be used-
looking for a Birch log.
I found this piece that looks like a HEART!
I have a plan for later-
I picked a log and marked it in three different lengths.
Made my cuts and checked the size.
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I like things in threes!
We have two choices for candles-
You will need this tool.
It's called a Forstner Bit-
They come in different sizes
.
It will make the hole and hollow it out.
It is 3/4" the same size as the tea light candles.
It attached to our drill.
Add tape to the bit so you only go to the depth needed.
I didn't like the white candles so I painted the battery
powered ones to match the color of the wood.
These candles are Vanilla scented! I liked their color.
The candles have the metal inserts and the pillars will not burn.
ALWAYS KEEP CANDLES IN SIGHT WHILE BURNING!!!!!!
After the tealights have burned down,
new ones can be easily replaced.
If you don't have any Birch logs available,
These CANDLES are easy to make!
Now for the next project!
To make the Secret Ring Box,
You will need another piece of birch wood and a 1'' long piece of dowel.
My wood is 3" high with a 3'' diameter.
Make a mark for your cut at about an inch.
This will be the lid.
Use this Forstner Bit attached to your drill
to hollow out your base.
Drill a small hole to fit a 1'' dowel.
Wedge it into place or use wood glue.
Flip lid to the under side. Mark with a pencil where
lid matches the dowel.
Check and double check before you drill hole in lid.
The two pieces need to match up perfectly!
Do not glue the lid. It will turn on the dowel to close.
Wouldn't this be a wonderful secret box for and
engagement ring or wedding bands?
I'll show you how I made this
THANKFUL sign HERE
It is a reverse stencil.
I love candle weather!
I can pretend for now-
Pumpkin candles are my favorite, how about you?
xo Lisa S
So beautiful!
ReplyDeleteThe candles look wonderful! I love the fact that you painted the battery operated one to match the wood.
ReplyDeleteThank you so much! It is so nice to meet you, I 'm so glad you stopped by to visit and say hello!
Deletexo Lisa S
Beautiful birch log! Great craft ideas!
ReplyDeleteThanks Michele!
Deletexo Lisa S
Beauties. Love this. I like that you painted the candle to match. Not so sure I would have thought to do that.
ReplyDeleteThank you so much! I thought painting the battery powered candle would make it look more realistic :) I love to fool the eye I guess- so many of my projects are fake this or that.
DeleteHave a great week! Thanks for hosting, I love to join you!
xo Lisa S
Very cute project to add ambiance adn scent to fall. Thanks for sharing at Tuesday Turn About.
ReplyDeleteThank you Carol!
Deletexo Lisa S
These birch pillar candles are quite lovely. Perfect to display from fall, during the holidays, and all winter long. Need to find me some birch logs.
ReplyDeleteMarie
DeleteThank you so much. It's one of those things you can tuck into any display if you use the battery powered lights.
xo Lisa S
What pretty tealight holders! Pinned.
ReplyDeleteThank you Joanne!
Deleteox Lisa S
These are lovely, and what a great idea to paint the battery tealight! Borderline genius!
ReplyDeleteJulie,
DeleteThank you. The painted tea lights fool the eye:)
xo Lisa S
oh, I love these so much. How fun to make your own candleholders. They look wonderful!
ReplyDeleteDebra,
DeleteYou have such a eye for style, I'm so glad you liked these!
xo Lisa S
Yay for candle weather! Great idea for the birch logs. So adorable! Pinning!
ReplyDeleteThank you Cindy!
Deletexo Lisa S
Great project Lisa! I don't have any birch logs but I could try this with a few hickory or oak that I do have around. Thanks for linking up your post this week. #HomeMattersParty
ReplyDeleteDonna,
DeleteThank you! Yes any logs would look great.
xo Lisa S
Just gorgeous Lisa. Natural elegance!
ReplyDeleteThank you Carol!
Deletexo Lisa S
Pinned, shared and Featured! Thank you for sharing with us at the Thursday Favorite Things party! I'm in awe! Happy Fall
ReplyDeleteTheresa @ Shoestring Elegance
Theresa,
DeleteYou are so sweet! Thank you so much!
xo Lisa S
Another epic idea, Lisa! Love the log candle rustic vibe so much!
ReplyDeleteDonna,
DeleteOh thank you, you are too kind!
I'm love the look for Fall.
I am so grateful to you!!!
xo Lisa S
Lovely birch candles. Perfect for this time of year. I am happy to feature your birch candles at Love Your Creativity.
ReplyDeleteLinda,
DeleteYou made my day!
Thank you so much.
xo Lisa S