How to Make a Pool Noodle Winter or Christmas Candle

6 Materials
$5
20 Minutes
Easy

Pick up a pool noodle to make the coolest candle display!

The best part is that they’re so easy to make and cost next to nothing!

SUPPLIES needed for a Pool Noodle Christmas Candle

Dollar Tree Pool Noodle

Kilz Primer

Craft Knife

Tea Light Candles (battery-operated)

White Paint

Ribbon

Hot Glue Gun

Step 1. Use a craft knife or x-acto knife to cut the pool noodle to the size that you want.

I cut 3 in different sizes so I could stagger them.

STEP 2. Place a battery-operated tea light on top of one of the pool noodles to use it as a template for cutting. Use your craft knife to cut a large enough hole to fit the candle.

STEP 3. Place each of the 3 battery-operated candles into the pool noodle to ensure they fit. Make any adjustments as needed.

STEP 5. Use a chip brush and white paint to paint the candle. Be sure to cover the entire candle. Let dry.

STEP 6. Use your hot glue gun to create faux wax running down the top of each candle.

STEP 7. Use your hot glue gun to add a pretty ribbon to the bottom of each candle.

If you want to see the exact step-by-step process, be sure to check out this video tutorial below over on my  YouTube Channel!   

Nothing like a good before and after photo to really see the difference.

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  • Jokneez Jokneez on Nov 08, 2022

    In the YT video I saw you use Light Antique Wax to brush over the glue drips. Does it make a difference to use the brushed on wax? It's not listed in the material list. Where did you buy it?

    Also, can you give us an idea of the height of the candles.

    Lastly, Do these tip over or would it be ok to put a rock inside the bottom hole to stand solid?

    Thinking about wedding table decor.

  • Sheryl Lynn Moran Sheryl Lynn Moran on Nov 27, 2022

    Where do you use the Killz primer?

  • Mary Downing Mary Downing on Nov 30, 2022

    how to make candy canes from pool noodles

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