Easy Painted Taper Candles

Do you know those painted candles you see in gift shops for about $30 a pair that are too pretty to burn? These are not that kind. These easy-painted taper candles take only minutes to make, and it’s fun! Wrap them with a little ribbon and slip them into your bag to give at your next coffee date or wherever you meet with friends.

Painted Taper Candles for the holidays!

I’m updating this post to share how we made a few handpainted candles for Valentine’s Day. It would be fun to do this for a Galentine’s Day get-together or make several and give them to your friends, co-workers, and neighbors. Who wouldn’t love to be the recipient of a pair of hand-painted tapers?

French Phrases & Quotes

Make simple patterns like x’s O’s, tulips, and bows, or try some French phrases.

A few Supplies to Wrap them Up for Gift-Giving

Then, wrap up a pair using a few supplies, like a piece of canvas (or a little kraft paper from a paper bag). Tie them up with some ribbon and a tag. Keep reading to get the candle source from Etsy.

I’m joining a few friends to share 30 minutes or less of holiday crafts. I knew right away I had to share painted candles. Not only are they so fun to create, but they are the perfect little host gift or something to bring to a friend, a co-worker, neighbors…anyone. 

Even if you’re unsure of their home decor style, a pair of hand-painted taper candles is just for one night. They are meant to be used and enjoyed. It’s a very Hygge gift! 

The Supplies You Need to Make Hand-Painted Candles

• Taper candles in colors or white taper candles work, too.
• Posca paint pens
• Rubbing alcohol and a lint-free cloth
• Candle holder or candlesticks (to hold the candles while they dry)

How to Make Hand-Painted DIY Taper Candles

1. First, take a little rubbing alcohol and “clean” the candle. Then using a soft cloth, wipe dry.
2. Practice making a few simple designs on paper before painting on the candles.
3. Then, once you have an idea, work around the candle with one color, allow it to dry for a minute or two, and go back and finish the design with another color. 
4. For the candy cane design, I used only a white paint pen and made lines in a curved candy cane shape. The design could not be simpler, yet it looks like candy canes!
5. Place them in a taper candle holder for a few minutes to dry before gift-wrapping them.
6. To gift wrap the candles, I use a piece of kraft paper folded to wrap around the candles. Add some ribbon and a simple tag. 

Posca Paint Pens are Non-Toxic Paints

Posca paint pens are non-toxic and water-based, which makes them an excellent choice. The kind of paint is important when using them on candles. 

The Best Source for Candles

Well-Priced Candles Sold in Sets

The candles are now sold in sets, and there are several different options, but I find the sets are an easy way to get started! Shop the candle sets here.

I love these candles that I found on Etsy. They work beautifully, have so many colors, and are reasonably priced. 

They arrive quickly, and you will be impressed with the quality. 

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Inspiration for Designs

How to Make Easy Painted Candles  

Search Google for simple Scandinavian designs. 

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