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Turn Vintage Teacups Into Candles
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Vernichel // created by v.
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I scored some lovely vintage teacups at a local thrift store for a mere $3. It's a happy pattern of white and turquoise daisies called "Holyoke" by Oxford (Lenox). {I also found a set of "Twilight Rose" mugs by Royal Domino for the same price. They aren't officially teacups, but they make cute candles nonetheless.}
Teacups tout a certain aesthetic charm that coffee cups just can't hold a candle to {pun intended}. They scream femininity with their dainty handles, pretty floral designs and accessorized saucers.
So let's spark new life into vintage teacups by turning them into handcrafted candles!
Teacups tout a certain aesthetic charm that coffee cups just can't hold a candle to {pun intended}. They scream femininity with their dainty handles, pretty floral designs and accessorized saucers.
So let's spark new life into vintage teacups by turning them into handcrafted candles!
{step 1} Place wicks into cups by centering the metal tabs on the bottom. Secure wicks with two skewers taped on each end like a vise.
Since the mugs are deeper, I applied a glob of hot glue to the bottom of the metal tabs to ensure proper placement. I also used longer wicks, which were held in place by the same skewer method.
The wax will melt clear. Add fragrance and coloring at this point and stir with a wooden skewer to combine. I used pieces of crayon to color my candles - a little goes a long way and the color lightens once dry.
{step 4} Once the first pour is dry, remelt leftover wax using the double boiler method mentioned in step 2. Fill sink holes and level candles.
I let my first pour dry overnight and leveled them the next morning.
These teacup candles are beautiful on display and make delightful gifts for any occasion. I think they'd be especially lovely paired with a bright bouquet of flowers or gourmet chocolates. So try your hand at candle making and let your light shine! -- v.
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Suggested materials:
- Vintage teacups (thrift store)
- Paraffin wax blocks or (http://amzn.to/2gmURU0)
- Soy wax flakes (http://amzn.to/2gho9mY)
- Melting container (http://amzn.to/2fVw99J)
- Candle wicks with tabs (http://amzn.to/2fgYPZi)
- Fragrance oil scents {optional} (http://amzn.to/2f4wgkg)
- Dye or coloring {optional} (http://amzn.to/28NyRd4)
Want more details about this and other DIY projects? Check out my blog post!
Published June 22nd, 2016 10:09 AM
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Danit Felber on Mar 23, 2017
These are adorable! And I love the idea to use wax from old candles (it hurts to throw them away)
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Vernichel // created by v. on Apr 11, 2017Thank you, Danit! Yes, my friend has a certain candle she absolutely loves so she gives me the leftovers and I make new ones for her! Have fun!
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Rajiscrafthobby on Nov 12, 2018
love those cups!!!!....
pretty candles!!!
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