I love displaying candles throughout my house. Honestly, they don't all get lit that often, but something about just having a few candles out on display makes things seem cozier. There's something so beautiful and peaceful about a little flickering flame. Now that fall is in full swing and the days are much shorter, I've been trying to be extra mindful about trying to light some candles in the evening for some relaxing ambiance. I've made a birch pillar candlestick holder before, but this time I wanted to do another for some tea lights. It really is so easy; just check it out below…
Supplies:
-birch rounds (I used 3" and 6" rounds; I got mine from Michael's, but this one is similar)
-tea lights
-pencil
Tools:
-drill
-1 1/2" drill bit
Step One: Mark the placement of your tea lights by marking the base of each tea light on the wood round with a pencil.
Step Two: Drill your marked holes as deep as you desire your tea light to sit. For the taller birch round, we went 3/4" deep, but for the shorter round, we only did 1/4" deep.
Step Three: Insert your tea lights in their places and light them up for some cozy ambiance!
See, it's as easy as 1, 2, 3! I know, it does take a little know-how with the drill, but if you have that (or can enlist someone who does), this project won't take you long at all. I've already used the tea lights a couple times for a craft night with some friends or evening dinners outside. I think a bunch of birch rounds in different heights and widths, with tea lights and candlesticks, spread along the middle of a table would be wonderful decor for your Thanksgiving table. What do you think? Of course, make sure to leave room for the turkey, stuffing, and pie! –Rubyellen
Credits // Author and Photography: Rubyellen Bratcher. Photos edited with Willis from The Folk Collection.
32 Comments
Awww, this is gorgeous! I’m not normally much of a candle person, but this is so incredibly sweet and romantic. I’ll bet you it’d make a great present for my mom for the holidays.
Cat
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My best friend’s husband made a bunch of wood tealight holders for my wedding! They turned out great!
This is so cute! And about the level of woodworking I actually have the skill for. 🙂
This is beautiful…wish i had a driller… love it anyways…
xo
Hems
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Such an easy and inexpensive DIY. This is really cute- and this style would go perfectly with my home decor!
xx
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I love the vibe that candles create in my bedroom and living room space. Great concept! Happy Thursday, Rubyellen 🙂
So dreamy! I want to make these as gifts. Love birch trees so much.
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Alexandra
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This is such a lovely idea! Definitely going to use this when i have moved out!! I agree,having a few candle’s lit around the house definitely makes a home feel cosier 🙂
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xo
This is is lovely, will definately be trying this x
That looks really great! Me and my mum made some of these last year. Nice way to decorate rooms but also a lovely present, I think.
Nice evening!
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Just curious if there is any fire hazard to having 6 lit candles inside of a piece of wood…..
Elegant and pretty. I need to get me some power tools so I can tackle projects like this.
This is really nice. Simple and stylish 😉
This is such a lovely DIY – I would love to make this myself but I first gotta get myself a drill …
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I love candles, lovely idea 🙂
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This is beautiful, I love it x
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I love the rustic feel of this candle holder. It’s truly perfect for lighting some tea lights on a cold night with a cup of chamomile tea. :] // http://www.itscarmen.com ☼
There is something so pretty about the simplicity or wood slabs and white candles. I love the look of this!
This is so lovely! Using birchwood is such a great idea! Perfect for the season!
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My end tables NEED these. Great project!
I am definitely going to have to make a Michael’s run. I love this! They would look so magical in my home all year round.
I absolutely LOVE this! Rubyellen has been killing it with the projects lately! I really want to make this soon as part of the winter decor of my apartment!
xoxo
I love these! Perfect Fall/Winter accent in any home! Would make a great present for a friend too!
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These look just lovely.
Gorgeous! Love your work Rubyellen.
This is such a nice fall/winter idea. And this looks easy enough. I wish I had room for it!
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This is super-cute indeed 🙂
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Emma
love this
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Birchwood is so beautiful. I love how simple and elegant this is.
It looks gorgeous! Love it.
Love this!
Wondering if anyone has tried this yet? Im currently in the process of making these and the 1 1/2 inch drill bit holes arent big enough for the basic tealights I bought.
Rubyellen any thoughts on what I may be doing wrong?