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    Dollar Store Challenge-Glass Candle Holder

    By: Jane · Updated: 3 Feb, '15 · This post may contain affiliate links · 30 Comments

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    Welcome to the very first Dollar Store Challenge!  Each month on the 4th Thursday there will be a different challenge using dollar store items. This month we used glass candleholders.

    Dollar store candleholder dessert stands | cottage at the crossroads

    When Barb first issued the challenge to create something with a glass candleholder from a dollar store, I was stumped. But off I went to the Dollar Tree to pick up my supplies without a clear idea in my head until this popped into my head!

    These little dessert stands take an ordinary dessert up a notch or two, don't you think? And they are so easy and inexpensive to make. Here's how I did it.

    Dollar store glass candleholder dessert stands | cottage at the crossroads

    First, I sprayed my glass candle holders with spray paint. I used a flat white paint that I already had on hand.

    Dollar store glass candleholder dessert stands | cottage at the crossroads

    I decided that I was going to use wooden disks for the top of my dessert stands, so I purchased 2 disks from Hobby Lobby. They cost $1.33 each.

    Dollar store glass candlestick dessert stands | cottage at the crossroads

    These disks are round on the top and have a nice beveled edge.

    Dollar store glass candleholder dessert stands | cottage at the crossroads

    Because Valentine's Day is coming up, I decided to spray paint them red. I used the same Ruby Red that I used to paint magnolia leaves in December. Once they dried, I thought they were a little too red so I added another layer of a darker red that I had.

    Dollar store glass candleholder dessert stands | cottage at the crossroads

    When the paint was dry, I attached the wooden disks to the glass candleholders with this glue and let it dry overnight.

    Dollar store glass candleholder dessert stands | cottage at the crossroads

    Can't wait to use these for a little sweet treat on Valentine's Day!

    Dollar store glass candleholder dessert stands | cottage at the crossroads

    Be sure to use a paper doily or a cupcake liner when using these as dessert stands to make them safe for serving food.

    Dollar store glass candleholder dessert stands | cottage at the crossroads

    I suppose you're wondering about that brownie since I announced that we were on a low carb diet, aren't you? Well, this brownie is low carb with a secret ingredient. But I'm not quite ready to give you the recipe. It needs a little tweeking.

    Dollar store glass candleholder dessert stands | cottage at the crossroads

    Sorry for the picture overload, but I got a new lens for my camera, and I'm tickled pink with the photos!

    Dollar store glass candleholder dessert stands | cottage at the crossroads

    You're probably noticing 3 white candleholders in this photo, aren't you?

    Dollar store candleholder | cottage at the crossroads

    That's because I just couldn't help myself! A little candlelight is needed on Valentine's Day so I made this using a glass candleholder and a glass pillar candleholder. My friend Marti cut out the heart stencil with her Silhouette machine using contact paper. All I did was put it on the candleholder and then spray painted it. After the paint was dry, I removed the stencil. Thanks Marti!

    Dollar store glass candleholder | cottage at the crossroads

    I love how you can see the candle burning through the heart!

    Dollar store glass candleholder | cottage at the crossroads

    And on the back, I put a different heart. See the couple? So romantic, huh?

    Dollar store glass candleholder | cottage at the crossroads

    I thought I'd show you the vintage Valentine that was in the background, so I took it out of its frame.

    Vintage valentine | cottage at the crossroads

    The recipient of this Valentine had treasured it enough to frame it and keep it for years. Don't you want to know that story?

    Speaking of stories, I can't wait to see all the creative things that have been created with the dollar store candleholders, so let's get this party started

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    1. Joanie B

      January 27, 2017 at 5:35 pm

      Love, love the Valentine's stands. Thank you for the inspiration.

      Reply
    2. Michele

      February 25, 2016 at 3:37 pm

      Is it necessary to use spray paint? I have acrylic paints-- can I use that? I tried once and it was like a skin that came off. IS it because it was not completely dry or did I do something wrong?

      Reply
      • Jane Windham

        February 26, 2016 at 7:03 am

        Michele, I would try some enamel acrylic craft paint that is designed to be used on glass if you don't want to use spray paint. Good luck with your project!

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    3. Debbie

      January 27, 2015 at 11:45 am

      Really cute!

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    4. Jean Windham

      January 27, 2014 at 12:50 pm

      The dessert stand is so pretty. I do love the color of red you used and the doily is just the right touch to add. I think the treat on top looks extra special now and I bet it taste good too. Jean

      Reply
    5. Emily

      January 26, 2014 at 1:39 am

      I like both the light and the dessert stand. Not sure which one I like better! The dessert stand is a great photo prop though, something every blogger could make good use of!

      Reply
    6. Morena

      January 25, 2014 at 9:39 pm

      I love all the details you included. Everything looks so beautiful!

      Reply
    7. Tammy...circa-1929

      January 25, 2014 at 8:51 pm

      Jane,
      Love both of your ideas. And the dessert - can I say - looks yummy.
      tammy

      Reply
    8. debbiedoos

      January 24, 2014 at 4:08 pm

      That is just darling Jane!

      Reply
    9. Lauren

      January 24, 2014 at 1:51 pm

      What an adorable candle stick transformation! I love this sweet little dessert stand and that brownie looks so yummy too!!!

      Reply
    10. Kathy

      January 24, 2014 at 8:52 am

      Your project(s) turned out so pretty! Love the dessert stands AND the candle holder is gorgeous!! Beautifully photographed, too!!

      Reply
    11. SheilaG @ Plum Doodles

      January 23, 2014 at 9:45 pm

      I don't know why I never thought of painting the candlesticks, especially when I tend to paint anything that isn't moving. Love both sweetheart projects, and your pics are beautiful. What lens did you buy? Will it make me a better photographer? One can only hope.... 🙂

      Reply
    12. Barb @ The Everyday Home

      January 23, 2014 at 9:02 pm

      I just love your little dessert stand and honestly, I wanted to lick the screen those brownies look so good. I can't wait for the recipe. Thanks for being one of my first co-hosts and thx for joining in the 1st Great Dollar Store Challenge. I pinned it! Hope you join up next month, too. 🙂
      xxoo, Barb

      Reply
    13. Atta Girl Amy

      January 23, 2014 at 2:52 pm

      Jane - your craft is adorable, but I just have to tell you how amazing your photos and styling look. Great shot -- and my mouth is watering over that brownie. Can't wait until you share the recipe.

      I'm so inspired by all these adorable candlestick crafts. I'm definitely joining the challenge next time around.

      Reply
    14. Cynthia

      January 23, 2014 at 2:10 pm

      I am rally loving this and seeing everything that you are all coming up with. I can't wait to be in the new house to be creative again.

      Cynthia

      Reply
    15. [email protected]

      January 23, 2014 at 9:32 am

      Is Valentines Day coming up? Maybe I should get my sweetheart something. Let me think. Any suggestions?

      Reply
      • Jane Windham

        January 23, 2014 at 10:38 am

        Leo, every day is s a sweet treat with you!

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        • [email protected]

          January 24, 2014 at 4:50 pm

          Love you too Jane.

          Reply
    16. Dawn

      January 23, 2014 at 9:31 am

      How cute is that Jane, the dessert stands are just adorable. What a great way to give height to a table for such a small price.

      Reply
    17. Jenna

      January 23, 2014 at 8:55 am

      Really cute Jane!

      Reply
    18. JoAnn @ SweetPepperRose

      January 23, 2014 at 7:07 am

      Hi Jane this sounds really fun! Can't wait to link up tonight 😉

      Reply
    19. Melanie

      January 23, 2014 at 6:03 am

      Great job!

      Reply
    20. Christy @ Our Southern Home

      January 22, 2014 at 9:49 pm

      Adorable idea! I'm blown away with the creativity! Fun partying with you! ~Chisty

      Reply
    21. laurie

      January 22, 2014 at 9:12 pm

      That is so cute, Ms. Smarty! and I love your vintage V'tine card too. laurie

      Reply
    22. Linda

      January 22, 2014 at 8:39 pm

      This is so perfect for Valentine's ... and the dessert looks luscious, too. Best wishes, Linda at Crafts a la mode

      Reply
    23. Elizabeth @ Southern Color

      January 22, 2014 at 8:14 pm

      Great job! I can barely recognize the candlesticks when they're painted white. Very cute Valentines Day craft!

      Reply

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