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Guide to Adding a Personal Touch with Festive Candle Gifts

Lois Capone by Lois Capone
September 11, 2025
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Guide to Adding a Personal Touch with Festive Candle Gifts

Plain taper candles can be transformed into festive treasures with just a little creativity.

All you need is some paint and a steady hand to add cheerful Christmas icons such as tiny gingerbread men, candy canes, snowflakes, or even red cars carrying trees.

It’s fun, relaxing, and you’ll end up with one-of-a-kind gifts that are as joyful to make as they are to give.

Materials Needed

  • 6-12 plain white taper candles (10”-12” tall)
  • Acrylic paint pens or enamel paints (red, green, white, black, gold)
  • Fine detail brushes (if using paint)
  • Paper towels
  • Ribbon or twine
  • Gift tags for labeling

Step-by-step Guide

Step 1: Wipe the candles with a clean cloth to remove any dust or wax residue so the paint adheres better.

Step 2: Using paint pens or a fine brush, start by adding simple shapes like Christmas trees, candy canes, or stars.

Small patterns repeated down the length of the candle look festive and balanced.

Step 3: Add details such as snowman faces, buttons, or gingerbread man outlines.

Metallic gold or silver accents add sparkle. Let each layer dry before adding more to avoid smudges.

Step 4: Once the candles are fully dry, group 3=4 together and tie with ribbon or twine. Then add a festive tag for that finishing touch.

Step 5: When gifting, remind recipients these are decorative but safe to burn, just keep an eye on the painted area and never leave candles unattended.

Note:

I love painting little red cars with trees on top, they always get a smile and spark conversations.

If painting isn’t your thing, you can also use holiday decals or stickers for a quicker version.

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Lois Capone

Lois Capone

Lois Capone is a wife and mom in her 50s who enjoys sharing gardening, DIY tips, and home decor ideas. She believes that with some inspiration, anyone can create a special feel in their home and garden.

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