How to Make Floral Candle Rings
Floral candle rings are often used to decorate for special occasions and events, such as weddings, anniversary parties or the holidays. Buying store-bought rings can cost a pretty penny though, and they may not be available in the color and style of flowers that you want, so making them at home is a good alternative.
Since these floral candle rings require very few supplies and craft know-how, they can be put together for only pennies with relative ease.
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Cut a piece of floral wire, 18 to 22 gauge, to a length that is twice the size of the candle's diameter. Form the wire into a circle and twist the ends together to secure it.
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Wrap the wire with green floral tape, covering it completely. Wrap the tape around two to three times, creating a thick layer over the wire. This forms the base for the floral candle ring.
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Select dried rose buds, daisies or any other type of small dried flower. Cut the stem so it is flush with the underside of the flower head.
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Hot glue the flower heads over the floral tape, covering it completely. Add some leaves, dried baby's breath, or other greenery in between the flowers if desired. Let it dry.
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Set the floral candle ring on a small plate or even a plastic lid no larger than the ring. This is used to catch any wax that may drip when the candle is lit. Insert a pillar candle in the middle of the ring. Repeat steps 1 through 5 to make as many floral candle rings as needed.
Things You Will Need
- Floral wire
- Green floral tape
- Dried flowers
- Hot glue
- Silk leaves
- Dried baby's breath
- Small plate
- Pillar candle
Tip
Silk flowers can be used in place of the dried flowers.
Warning
Do not set the floral candle ring with the candle directly on a table in case the candle drips wax when lit.