Cute Ghost Candles
The Ghost Candles are a unique and enchanting addition to any room, emitting a soft, ethereal glow that seems to float in mid-air. Made from a delicate, translucent material, these candles appear to be "ghostly" in their presence, casting an otherworldly ambiance that's perfect for creating a spooky or mystical atmosphere. With their soft, whispery flame and subtle scent of vanilla, they're sure to captivate and intrigue anyone who encounters them.
Craft supplies you will need
Supplies
- 3 white taper candles
- hot tap water hottest it will go
- black acrylic craft paint
- small paint brush or toothpick
- Black Sharpie
Craft tools
- 1 jelly roll pan
- 1 pitcher or cup
How to Make Ghost Candles
- Remove candles from plastic packaging, if any.
- This step is optional, but if you want your candles to be different heights, cut some off of the bottom of the candle.
- Place candles in a large baking sheet with sides (we used a jelly roll pan).
- Turn tap water on hot and let it run. When it reaches the hottest temp, fill a pitcher with it.
- Carefully pour the hot water into the jelly roll pan.
- Set timer for 5 minutes.
- Carefully bend candles into desired curved shapes.
Remove from hot water and place on paper towels. Let cool.
Use the handle end of a paintbrush dipped in black acrylic paint to dot on eyes and mouths. Use a black marker to add eyebrows.
Expert Crafting Tips
You will have a minute or so after taking the candles out of the water to still manipulate the shape. Don’t try to bend them after they cool or you could break the candles.
We used taper candles we found at Hobby Lobby. Please note that different types of candles may need more time in the hot water. If so, change out the water every 5 minutes until you can bend them.
