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How to Transform a Dollar Store Candle

Use a few craft supplies to transform a Dollar Store candle.

Using a candle from the Dollar Tree and a few craft products transformed this simple candle into a beautiful decor piece. It’s great for any time of year but would look lovely added to your Christmas decor.

I grabbed this candle from the Dollar Tree for a few reasons. It was in glass which meant I could etch it. I liked the linen scent and the price was right.

As with any glass etching project, I cleaned the glass with rubbing alcohol first.

I used a free image from Design Space and cut my vinyl on a Cricut Maker. I weeded away the image I wanted to etch and placed the vinyl on the candle.

I applied the etchall creme to the designs and let it sit for 15 minutes. That is all the time it takes to etch glass. I was generous with the etching creme because it is reusable. After use, I scrapped it off and put it back into the container.

After cleaning the etching with a baby wipe and water I didn’t remove the vinyl yet. I wanted to cover the rim in glitter and the vinyl created a great protection.

I used tacky glue on the rim of the candle and spread it with my finger.

I dipped the candle into the glitter.

You can see the glitter on the rim – so festive.

The vinyl was then removed. There were numbers printed on the glass by the manufacturer but thankfully the vinyl took them off when it was removed.

I wanted the etched design to be more pronounced so I used gold buffing wax on the design.

The gold wax coordinates with the gold glitter rim so well.

I added Buttons Galore and More jewelz above each etched image for a final touch.

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Making Origami Paper Magnets

Making DIY magnets with Yasutomo and the Dollar Tree. @Yasutomoart @DollarTree #sponsored

With Yasutomo Products

I love finding economical craft products and the Dollar Tree is one of those go-to stores for great finds. The moment I saw wooden magnets at the Dollar Tree, I knew they were going to be great for crafting. The shape of the magnets lent itself to be paired well with Origami paper. I applied Yasutomo Origami paper to the tops and coated them with a glossy spray to make these DIY magnets. Making a set of magnets was easy and would make a great handcrafted gift or housewarming present. You can make them fit your personal style and decor by changing the design of the Origami Paper.

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Materials:

Origami paper – Yasutomo
wooden magnets – Dollar Tree
knife blade
paintbrush
Nori paste – Yasutomo
Gloss coat – Krylon

The process is rather easy and quick. The drying time is the only factor in the length of the project. I worked on these magnets over a few days due to the drying time of the final Krylon gloss coating. The actual crafting was quick and enjoyable.

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I am pleased with how the magnets turned out, they exceeded my expectations. I will be using them on our kitchen refrigerator. I have another package of magnets so I know I will be making more. Maybe for the office or my craft room. Let me know how you would use your own DIY Origami Magnets in the comments below.

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How to Transform a Dollar Store Frame

See how to transform an inexpensive picture frame from drab to fab with a patina kit. #dollartreecraft

With a picture frame from the Dollar Tree and a patina kit from Modern Masters (affiliate link), I transformed this simple frame from drab to fab. It takes a little bit of dry time between the steps but other than that, it is a really easy process. The kit has most of what you will need.

The patina kit comes with primer paint, copper paint, and the patina spray and nozzle. Simple directions are on the box. Handled the patina spray with caution, see the warning on the bottle and use in a well-ventilated area.

Additional Materials:

nail file or sandpaper
picture frame
foam paintbrush
spray box or similar
rubber gloves (optional)

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Watching the patina transform the frame as it dried was really interesting because you really don’t know what results you will get until it dries. The process was really fun and I can’t wait to try it on other surfaces. What would you use this kit on?

Make Your Own Crafting Shimmer Spray

You know craft supplies are expensive, but not all of them have to be. Did you know you can make your own shimmer spray? And, the materials can be found at the dollar store for significant savings. This shimmer spray hack works just as well and costs so much less, I had to give it a try and share the results with you.

Materials:

mica powder eye shadow
liquid hair spray
empty bottle
water
glass bead
scissors

All the materials listed above can be found at your local dollar store.

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Mummy Wrapped Candle DIY

Make a quick and easy mummy candle for your Halloween decor.

Do you decorate for Halloween? Looking for a few easy and fun DIY ideas? I love easy decorating ideas. This wrapped Mummy Candle is easy, quick, and costs very little to make. In fact, most everything needed was found at the Dollar Tree. It’s a little messy, making it that much more fun to get involved!

* includes a recipe for DIY fabric stiffener

Materials:

Fabric Stiffener **
Gauze
Googly eyes
Glue Dots – mini
Pillar candle

Directions:

remove the label from the candle

Unroll the gauze and fully coat it in the fabric stiffener (messy part!)

Start with one end of the gauze and begin to wrap it around the candle. Do so over a protected area. I used a large plastic bag.
Continue to wrap leaving a space open for the eyes. You do not need to use the entire length of gauze, but I did.
Set it aside to dry. At this time you may want to light the candle so that it burns down a bit to better glow the eye area when used.

Attach the eyes using a Glue Dot. Take the eye to the Glue Dot and then remove it from the roll.
Try not to touch the Glue Dot with your finger so it remains as sticky as possible.

Place the eyes.

Finished!

*To make the fabric stiffener:
You will need:

water
corn starch

Directions:
On the stove, boil 1/4 cup of water.
In a separate bowl, mix 1/4 cup of cold water and a Tbsp of corn starch. (mix well)
Add the cold mixture to the boiling water in the pan.
Stir constantly and allow the mixture to boil and or thicken.
Remove from heat and allow it to cool.

– this recipe can be doubled