Make your candles special by decorating them creatively

by Mark Bennett

October 22, 2022

Make your candles special by decorating them creatively
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Candles are capable of creating a magical atmosphere in the home, and much better than any electric lighting can. The flickering of candles has a timeless charm, and if the candle wax is also perfumed, subtle scents are added to the optical effect that stimulates the senses. We associate candles with special occasions - perhaps important ones - or moments of intimacy or deep relaxation.

Candles can also be a decorative element when they are still new an unlit: here they become used in innumerable ways to adorn the home. Here are some ideas to draw inspiration from:

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If you have some balls of wool, or even twine, you can simply wrap some around the center of the candle, sealing it with a bow: match the color according to the color of the wax - or even the furniture and other decorations in the environment.

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If, on the other hand, you want to amplify their aroma, there is nothing better than cinnamon sticks: they can be arranged vertically all around the base of the candle. Beautiful to look at and pleasant to smell!

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Did you know that decoupage can also be done on candles? Think about how many ways you could personalize them!

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Glitter to give sparkle to an evening to remember: it's almost a shame to light such candles!

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A memorable decoration can also be characterized with details like these: an elegant cluster of candles, wrapped in scraps of lace.

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Quick and easy: strips of colored ribbons (for example, washi tape), will give a lively touch to your candles.

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To evoke images of the sea: a shell and sand: nothing could be simpler and more effective.

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Costume jewelry strings: just wrap them around a candle and it immediately becomes a focus of attention.

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Do you love the scent of coffee? Think about how wonderful the aroma of toasted beans from a vanilla-scented candle will be.

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Small flowers in relief on the side of a candle - perhaps scented with their essence: this will be another case in which you hesitate to light the candles!

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Gems glued to the sides of candles: you can create any motif and transform a simple wax candle into a precious and sparkling object.

Which idea do you like best?

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