Faux Vintage Candle Holders
Make these candle holders out of a couple of pieces of scrap pine and moulding and then paint using Rust-Oleum spray paint. I used two different styles of polystyrene moulding and 69 x 69mm pine to make the candle holders. You need to use extruded (hard) polystyrene if you plan on using spray paint for this project.
YOU WILL NEED:
1. Cut your pine to length. The moulding is cut at opposing 45-degree angles using a mitre box. Cut enough sections to fit around the top and base of the pine stands.
2. Use No More Nails adhesive to secure the moulding onto the pine stands. Work front and back and let this dry before doing the sides.
3. Don't worry is the sections don't completely fit flush together, this can be filled in with wood filler.
6. I used Rust-Oleum 2X in heritage white for this project because it's so easy to use, but you can use your paint of choice.
7. Apply 2 to 3 coats to cover entirely, allowing drying time between each coat.
Antiquing
Apply the paint with a brush to nooks and crannies and then wipe away while still wet. You can re-apply if you are looking for more effect than that shown here.
This really was a simple project that anyone can do, and the finished result is two faux vintage candle holders that are perfect for a centre piece, on a mantel shelf, or for a special occasion.
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Also want to do this on larger scale for plant stands for potted plants.
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My mother in law had 1 I absolutely Love. Now I know how to remake it. Thank you so much!
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What kind of saw is easy to use with miter box? Love those great job!!