DIY Candle Sweater Cozy
It's so simple to make a DIY candle sweater cozy using some simple supplies. Set aside some time because you're going to have a lot of fun with this craft project.
Equipment
- Jars or Vases recycled or new
- Hot Glue Gun and Glue Sticks
Ingredients
- Cable Knit Socks or Sweaters
- Accents and Embellishments such as Buttons, Jute, Ribbon, Clips or Tags
Instructions
- To give your jars and candles an updated, cozy look for fall and winter, fit the open end of a sock or old sweater sleeve over the jar, starting from the bottom and working your way up until you have reached the desired coverage.
- Using a good pair of fabric scissors, cut the end of the sock/sweater underneath the jar. Be sure to leave enough fabric to fold under the bottom of the jar. If you are unsure how much to leave, cut extra. You can always go back and trim the excess when you see how the sock/sweater lays underneath the candle. An inch or 2 underneath the jar is a good length to start with.
- Once the material is trimmed to the correct length, turn the jar upside down so that the bottom is facing up. Lift the material and apply a small drop of hot glue to the jar.
- Carefully press the material to the glue and allow to dry. If the material is thin and you are concerned about burning your fingers, you can press the material down with tweezers or a popsicle stick. Make your way around the bottom of the jar with the hot glue until you have secured all of the fabric to the bottom of the jar.
- Now your jar is cozy and it's time to decorate! Add ribbon, jute, plastic flowers or berries, or anything you like.
Notes
Fire safety: Make sure to keep the fabric and embellishments at a safe distance from the flame to avoid a potential fire hazard when the candle is lit.
Make extra: Because a candle jar makes such a great gift, snuggle up with plenty of supplies and make a batch of these cute gifts for all your nearest and dearest!
Use sharp scissors: If you don't have fabric scissors you can use any sharp scissors for this project.
Mix and match or color coordinate: You can use a variety of different colors and textures or make matching candle jars using, for example, beige and white cable knit socks or sweater sleeves.
Get festive: Make some festive treats to munch while making these and put on some holiday music.
Make extra: Because a candle jar makes such a great gift, snuggle up with plenty of supplies and make a batch of these cute gifts for all your nearest and dearest!
Use sharp scissors: If you don't have fabric scissors you can use any sharp scissors for this project.
Mix and match or color coordinate: You can use a variety of different colors and textures or make matching candle jars using, for example, beige and white cable knit socks or sweater sleeves.
Get festive: Make some festive treats to munch while making these and put on some holiday music.
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