How to Paint Votive Holders
Painting votive candle holders is a simple project that allows for infinite variety. Any small glass that is large enough to hold a votive candle at the bottom can be used, At craft stores, you can find glasses of unusual shapes that can be used for making votive candle holders. Votive candles were originally used as a religious offering, primarily in Catholic churches. A votive offering is one that is voluntary, beyond what is required. Their lovely, low light has made them popular as a way to set a relaxed mood in the home.
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Things You'll Need
- Small clear cups or tumblers
- Old newsprint
- Wax paper
- Paints
- Small paint brushes
- Glue
- Clear laquer
Instructions
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Clean the glasses you will paint in soapy water. Rinse and allow them to fully dry.
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Lay down the old newsprint and wax paper where you will paint the candle holders. The newsprint will absorb paint spills, while the waxed paper will keep the holders from sticking to the newsprint.
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Paint the design you wish on the outside of the glasses. If you paint comlex designs, let each step dry before painting on the next. For example, if you paint a pattern of roses, paint the leaves first and let it dry. Then paint the flowers over and among the leaves you have already painted. Acrylic paints will hold up longest, but you can use any type paint if you put several coats of laquer over the finished candle holder after allowing the paint to fully dry.
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Use little dabs of glue to apply any decorations, such as sparkles or fabric leaves, after the paint and any laquer has dried on the outside of the glass. Do not apply solid decorations before you paint.
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Tips & Warnings
With a little imagination, you can make votive candle holders as simple or elaborate as you want. You can paint the outside of the holder with a light coating of glue and apply tinted film to the glue to mimic a stained glass effect. Get round candle holders, paint them red and set them on a bed of laquered leaves to create a holly berry effect. The principle is simple and the possibilities are endless.
Let the paint or laquer fully dry after each step before beginning the next step to achieve best results.
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