Tuesday, November 12, 2013

Old Candle Jars? Try this...

I don't know about you, but I have a serious obsession with Bath and Body Works candles...especially when they are 2 for $22.00.  But once I burn them, I never know what to do with the empty glass containers!  I feel like they have to be used for something cute!  Do you feel the same way, or is it just me?  I can be a bit of a pack rat....

Well if you too want an easy idea on revamping your empty glass candle containers, how about turning them into cute decor pieces to store makeup brushes, hair clips, rings, or anything your little heart desires?!  Want to know how?  Keep reading...

The first thing you will need for this project is an old candle in a clear glass jar (make sure there is less than an inch of wax left), or a brand new glass container from Michaels Craft Store, which will work too (and you will be a few steps ahead).  I am using two old candles from Bath and Body Works.


You will also need some wax paper, mod podge and a container of glitter in whatever color you like (I found all of these at Michaels Craft Store)!  I picked up a very fine gold glitter, as well as a chunky turquoise glitter.  The fine glitter created an opaque surface, while the chunkier glitter made more of a stained glass look.  Just pick whichever one suits your taste!  Make sure to pick up a craft brush too!


To begin:
1. Place your candles in the freezer for a few hours or overnight.
2. Take out your candles and carefully use a knife to pop the remainder of the wax out.  By freezing them, it will make the wax less sticky and more willing to pop out of the glass container.

3. Next, run some hot water over the wicks at the bottom of the glass container to remove them.
4. Peel off any labels
5. Rinse out the glass container to make sure there is no wax or glue residue.  You can even take some nail polish remover and run it over the glass to ensure everything is removed.  This is important, as you will need a completely smooth surface for the glitter to adhere to.

6. Paint a thin layer of mod podge on the INSIDE of the glass container, covering the sides and bottom.

7. Pour in the glitter and shake it around until it covers all of the mod podge.



8. Allow the jars to dry completely!  Just a heads up, these took forever to dry!  I made them in the morning, and they were barely dry by the NEXT morning.

9. Once dry, you can fill them with beads (from Michaels Craft Store) and use them as brush holders, or skip the beads and fill them up with other little trinkets!





Let me know if you try making these!  I think they would make great little holiday gifts as well!

Thanks for reading

xoxo
linds&bells

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22 comments:

  1. Cute idea! I usually just stick the candle in a pot with hot water to get the wax out immediately. It works like a charm! thanks for sharing

    xx Lauren // Dirty Blonde Ambition

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    1. Oh thats a great idea and sounds much easier! Will definitely try that next time! Thanks!
      xx
      Lindsey

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  2. omgggggggg and we just threw away a couple uuuggghh if only we saw this earlier great post doll

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    1. Oh no! Thats the worst! Well at least you know for next time! Thanks for reading
      xx
      Lindsey

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  3. Lindsey, this is perfect! I love it, I will definitely give it a try, I doubt the results will be as cute as yours though.

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    1. Thanks! And Im sure yours will turn out great! Super easy to make :)
      xx
      Lindsey

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  4. This is brilliant!! Now I know what to do with the left over candle holders with the wax is gone, I like this :)) x

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    1. Thank you! That was my problem! I thought there just had to be something I could do with all the old glass jars!
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      Lindsey

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  5. So cute! I have been lookign for projects to do with my God-daughter and this would be perfect!
    http://wotshernameagain.blogspot.co.uk/

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    1. Oh yes! Im sure she would love it! Thanks for reading!
      xx
      Lindsey

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  6. I love this idea!! And how lucky, I have two empty bath and bodyworks candle jars right here! I really like this xx

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    1. Perfect timing! You will love them! Thanks for reading
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      Lindsey

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  7. Awesome idea! I have a big circular candle holder that I'm going to do this too when I'm done using the candle!

    xo

    http://theluxelion.blogspot.com

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    1. Sounds great! I am glad you enjoyed the post
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      Lindsey

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  8. Oh what a fun DIY! This is a totally ingenious idea, sure beats my makeup racking up dirt at the bottom of my makeup case...

    Thanks for connecting on IFB, stay in touch! xx

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    1. Thats true! They makeup perfect jars for makeup! Glad you enjoyed
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      Lindsey

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  9. Thanks for the tips. I could sure use this idea.

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    1. Thanks so much for reading! Glad you found it helpful
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      Lindsey

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  10. But once I burn them, I never know what to do with the empty glass containers!
    Triple and strong scented candles
    luxury scented candles

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  11. This is a great idea! When i do it though the glitter still ends up loose inside of the jar. Can i do a second layer of mod lodge over the glitter?

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