I love glitter!
Do you remember glitter art projects when you were a kid? My recollections are that glitter projects were always done at school, and back then there was only red, green, gold or silver glitter to choose from. I, of course, had to use them all.
It wasn’t until I became a mom that I realized the wisdom of a glitter-free home. 
I felt the same way about play dough after trying to scrape the gooey or dry, crusty stuff out of carpet fibers. 
But now (yippee!!) my boys are well past that stage and I can play work to my heart’s content. It was definitely worth the wait. There is now a rainbow of colors to choose from, there is a choice of textures, and the projects are much more sophisticated. Yep, that’s my story. It’s momma’s turn!
I found a clear glass candle holder at the dollar store. Seriously, they have the best stuff to transform. You could also recycle one of those short, squatty olive jars.
I cut out little hearts on my Cricut Expression and stuck them to the candle holder. CHEAP TIP ALERT: Sign companies will sell scraps of sticky-backed vinyl for pennies. They usually have lots of colors to choose from (if you care what color it is) and it’s much cheaper than the sticky-backed vinyl you’re “supposed” to buy for your personal die-cutting machines.
I covered the candle holder with decoupage medium.
Since Valentine’s Day is right around the corner, out came the pink glitter.
Then I peeled off the hearts while the medium was still wet. Psst. You won’t be able to see the hearts on the outside of the holder, so locate them on the inside. Use a straight pin to pry up the edges. If the heart windows are kinda messy use a cotton swab and rubbing alcohol to clean your windows.
I outlined each heart window with clear, dimensional glitter paint. It looks white when wet, but dries clear and…well,…glittery.
Finishing touches included a ribbon tied around the neck and a tea light candle placed inside.
Enjoy!
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Also, if you use Febreeze or Glade candles, you can recycle the glass holder into tealight holders once they’re used up. Use a butter knife or spoon to gently pry the wick plate and any excess wax from the bottom of the glass, clean with soap and water, and tada!
These are so cute!
Tee hee, I remember those play dough days too! And I thoroughly enjoy my own “play time”. But I’m Nana now and I’ll be ahead of the game this time around
Your candle holders turn out so cute – love that pink!
Love so much how you come up with these adorable things for practically no cost. I really love the recycled things, and they are all soooo cute. Hugs!
Very cool & got to love the price. Pinning this on my Craftastic and Valentine’s boards. Thanks for linking to Craftastic Monday at Sew Can Do:)
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Cute idea! It’s a simple project but with maximum effect!
This is really cute. I like the added bow! I just started a new link party and would love for you to come over and share your post or any social media sites. Talkin’ About Thursday – http://designeddecor.com/talkin-about-thursday-link-party6/
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I love glitter too!
Another great craft idea! Thanks for sharing it at Rustic Restorations Weekend!
Thanks so much for sharing this wonderful idea at Simple & Sweet Fridays. They are so cute! Have a wonderful Valentine’s.
Jody