If you like grubby rustic looking candles Starla and Lisa’s candle making website offers step by step instructions. A classic primitive country style type of candle is usually made with darker colors on the outside and is achieved by “caking” the candle with whipped wax. To make the whipped wax, you literally whip it with your electric mixer. You can then dip, drizzle and apply some with a paint brush for your own unique masterpiece. A pretty country ribbon to finish it off is a nice touch. I like the checkered patterns but use any you like.
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How to make a giant pencil and adorable pencil shavings
I was looking around for some “artsy” ideas and I spotted a party hat that looked like the tip of a pencil. I then found a tutorial to make a whole giant pencil. These are super easy and looks like would be fun for all sorts of decorating and play. Pop on over to the blog A Girl and a Glue gun to see how to make giant pencil shavings and a giant pencil.