Tree-Shaped Candles from Martha Stewart

Now that Thanksgiving has come and gone, it is time to bring out the Christmas decorations. Now that you have them out, you are thinking that I would like to add something different? Why, not try this Tree-Shaped Candles project from Martha Stewart? This winter wonderland candle project would be the perfect candlescape to add to your Christmas festivities. What is really great about this it can be left out all winter long. To me it does not look too Christmasy that someone who does not celebrate the holiday can decorate their buffet table with this beautiful landscape.

Tissue Transfered Candles Project

Do you have plain pillar candles that you would like to jazz up? Here is an interesting and easy way to emblish those boring store bought candles, why not try this Tissue Transfered Candles project from Cathie Fillian.

No-Stitch Cross-Stitch

Are you big on cross stiching and would like to take it to the next level? Or you like the look, but never cross stiched in your life? Well how about etching the cross stich look on glass candle holders and place them on your dinner table for your next event. What is really great is that this craft from Martha Stewart is that it does take that much time to create them. 

First you have to download Martha's templates Letters and Patterns, and print. Enlarge template to desired size on a photocopier; cut out. Position template inside vessel using tape. With an extra-fine-tip paint pen, trace pattern onto glass. (If you make a mistake, wipe with a damp paper towel while paint is wet.) To repeat pattern around glass, shift the template inside vessel, and trace again. Let dry. It is as simple as that.

Source: http://www.marthastewart.com/goodthings/no-stitch-cross-stich-craft?xsc=eml_crd_2009_09_14

Decorative Decal Pillar Candles

Would you like to add pazz to your pillar candles?  Then why not try this project from Martha Stewart!

It looks really easy.  First you print the candle decals on your color inkjet printer.  Martha offers of 10 different styles:

Blue and White Star Snowflake Pattern

http://images.marthastewart.com/images/content/web/pdfs/2009Q4/msl_1209_candle_pattern1.pd

Green Leaf Pattern

http://images.marthastewart.com/images/content/web/pdfs/2009Q4/msl_1209_candle_pattern2.pdf

Pink Leaf Pattern

http://images.marthastewart.com/images/content/web/pdfs/2009Q4/msl_1209_candle_pattern3.pdf

Orange and White Snowflake Pattern

http://images.marthastewart.com/images/content/web/pdfs/2009Q4/msl_1209_candle_pattern4.pdf

Green and White Snowflake Pattern

http://images.marthastewart.com/images/content/web/pdfs/2009Q4/msl_1209_candle_pattern5.pdf

Green and White Winter Village

http://images.marthastewart.com/images/content/web/pdfs/2009Q4/msl_1209_candle_pattern6.pdf

Blue and White Star Pattern

http://images.marthastewart.com/images/content/web/pdfs/2009Q4/msl_1209_candle_pattern7.pdf

Blue Star Pattern

http://images.marthastewart.com/images/content/web/pdfs/2009Q4/msl_1209_candle_pattern8.pdf

Alternate Blue Star Pattern

http://images.marthastewart.com/images/content/web/pdfs/2009Q4/msl_1209_candle_pattern9.pdf

Alternate Blue and White Star

http://images.marthastewart.com/images/content/web/pdfs/2009Q4/msl_1209_candle_pattern10.pdf

The next step is to apply the decal to the candle and here is how:
Spray it with 2 coats of clear varnish, letting varnish dry between coats. When decal is dry, cut to desired size and soak in a bowl of water for about 1 minute to loosen the paper backing. Carefully remove decal from water, and apply it to candle, peeling off backing as you go. Smooth decal with a paper towel, eliminating air bubbles and excess water. Let dry for approximately 3 hours.

If you would like to create corresponding matchbox wrappers, print one of our 12 clip-art designs onto paper. Cut to size, and wrap around a matchbox, securing with double-sided tape.  Here is the link to the corresponding papers -

http://www.marthastewart.com/how-to/decorative-decal-pillar-candlesbackto=true&backtourl=/photogallery/gifts-for-her#slide_3

Source: http://www.marthastewart.com/how-to/decorative-decal-pillar-candles?backto=true&backtourl=/photogallery/gifts-for-her#slide_0