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A few weeks ago I shared my Seductive Tables for Two tablescape, inspired by Moll Anderson’s new book. Since then, I’ve had an overwhelming response about a small element of the post.
Everyone {including myself} seems to be in love with the mini mason jar candles I created.
Well, let me tell you, those things are super easy to make, and I loved them so much that they’re actually still out on the table.
Simple Mason Jar Candle
Supplies needed:
small mason jars
Spanish moss
wine corks {get drinking, just kidding…not really}
tea lights
To assemble the candles, stuff some Spanish moss in each mason jar and smash it down with your fingers.
You’ll want it to cover the bottom third or so of the jar. Next, arrange the wine corks, vertically in the middle of the mason jar. The diameter of my mason jars allowed for five corks. Make sure they are as level as possible so you have a nice, flat surface for your tea lights.
Once you feel that the corks are in place and the surface is flat enough, add the tea light on top. And voila! You’ve got a simple mason jar candle of your own.
I’ve got a bit of an obsession with Spanish moss lately. It must just be the time of year…who knows though!
It just makes everything seem a little more bright and cheerful to me.
What item are you obsessing over right now in your decor? Burlap? Twine? Moss? I’d love to know!
I’ll be linking up here.
*Remember, please don’t leave candles burning unattended people!
What a wonderful project- and can I just say- I love all your photos- gorgeous!
I have all these things just sitting around at home. I will definitely be making these tonight!
These are so cute! I love the corks and how simple it is.
Thanks Kadie! So glad you like them 🙂
I knew there was a reason I was drinking wine! these are so cute! I love projects with mason jars, they are so homey!
I would love it if you would link this and any other crafts, DIY projects, and recipes up to the In and Out of the Kitchen link party! It is live now and will run through Wed. at midnight! Thanks!
See you there – Cynthia at http://FeedingBig.com
I LOVE this! The corks and moss give it a fun “european” feeling!
Great, another great idea for my corks!
So simple, yet elegant at the same time.
Oh, I LOVE how this turned out, Meredith!! So beautiful!!
Thanks Adrianne! So glad you like them 🙂
So cute, so easy, so pretty! They look great Meredith!
Super cute!
Thanks for stopping by!!
The earthy look to these is perfect. If I ever get enough corks to make a couple, I definitely will! I’m pinning this for future reference.
Thanks so much!
LOVE these. I have a ton of corks saved! Perfect!
LOVE – love the corks, love the moss – super cute, Mer!!!
I am obsessed with mason jars, so I’m sure this will be a great way to use the empty ones I’ve got all over! Thanks for sharing!
-Kim
They’re the BEST, aren’t they?!