The glass Michelle uses to clean her brushes inspired us to paint the insides of these votives for some colorful candlelight. They couldn’t be easier to make. Pick up a case of glass votives from your nearest floral wholesaler or local Target. Scribble watery paint on the inside of clear glass candleholders and don’t try too hard…if you mess with them too much you’ll just make brown. If you’re having a hard time with this project you may need some more wine to help you loosen up. ;) When they’re dry, plunk in a votive. Done!
Flower image from Saipua, all others Once Wed. Painting c/o Michelle Armas
Budget
Organic
Destination
Organic
Elegant
Laura Murray |
Such a simple idea, but brillant at the same time ;) What an inspiration.
zaheer baber |
very beautiful thanx for share.
lizzie |
awesome idea! i love how simple and pretty this would be!
Nicole |
great idea! and i love the advice on how to make them :)
Claire |
I LOVE those! What a great idea!
Ginny branch stelling |
This might be one of my favorite DIY’s! And i loooove Michelle’s work! Good job y’all!
Alexis L. |
Wow, these are fantastic! Such a beautiful way to add a little simplistic artsy-ness to your table.
Wayne Foster entertainment |
What a great idea!!!Love all the color
Tiffanyt |
Such a creative candle idea!
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Madison |
wow how pretty these look yet how simple!
weebs |
What kind of paint did you use? They look gorgeous!
Kristi |
Love, love, love these!!! They look fabulous ~ yet are so easy to do ;-)) Thank you bunches for sharing!
xoxo
kristi
joythigpen |
thanks everyone!
weebs, i just used regular acrylic paint
Dana |
did you swish the paint on with a brush? Not really clear how you did this! Thanks!
mem |
I think it should be noted to read the paint label….some are flammable! eek
Girlie |
So pretty! I keep coming back to look at this.
McKenzie |
I just replaced wine with beer and recruited my fiancé for this project. They turned out funky and fantastic!
Amber |
Oh my gosh, I love this idea! I need to try this.
joy thigpen |
ha! that’s awesome McKenzie!
kate Holt |
love
Diamond Wedding Rings |
This is a great idea! And it’s not heavy on the budget either.
Stephanie @rhinspirations |
This is such a nice and distinctive detail!
Amanda Thornton |
LOVE this idea- i’ve been looking for a cheap way to add color to my living room, this project is perfect! found you through Blue LaReve :)
xo
Amanda
Chisa |
I love it!! Thanks a lot for sharing.
Greetings!
Jennifer |
So inspiring! Thanks!!
Christine |
I absolutely love this idea! I’m definitely going to give it a try. Thanks for the tip!
Jamie |
So fun and easy!! Its a great way to incorporate wedding colors that are harder to come by too!
Love This Day Events |
Great wedding idea! Thank you!!!
Freda |
Awesome idea for weddings or any other place you want color and subtle light. I agree, though, be sure the paint isnt flammable.
Lisa |
oh my gosh! I love these and will try them, as I am also a party planner and am always looking for cute inexpensive ideas. Also LOVED your comment on the ‘drink more wine’ as I have a wine blog…you would love it and I love your style
Candice |
Soo…I love these, but having relatively little crafting skill, I’m having a hard time getting it right. My paint is either too watery or too thick, and well I guess I just don’t know what to do! Any advice on ratios or whatever would be appreciated!
Kelly |
In its liquid form, acrylic paints are not flammable, as the solvent is (usually) water. After it has dried is a different matter – acrylic is a plastic polymer which is flammable. Crown Paints advise that in a fire, hazardous decomposition products such as smoke, carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide and oxides of nitrogen may be produced. The good news is that acrylic paint is not combustible.
Casey |
Is there any difference if the *outside* of the glass is painted, rather than the inside? I have a lot of clear glass votives, and being pretty new to DIY, any help (advice and tips, what type & brand of paint to use) would be greatly appreciated. :]
Laura |
Gorgeous! Shared at http://creativityunmasked.blogspot.com.au/2012/06/six-for-saturday-or-sunday_23.html
LindseyZ |
Question: Will the paint get hot and begin “melting” down the sides? I’m thinking of doing this for my wedding reception but don’t want any disasters. If anyone knows, please reply. Thanks!!!
Brooke |
I was wondering what was used for the wall in the background of the first picture… How? Wallpaper? And from where?
Maureen Sebek |
Thank you for sharing these lovely little votives! I can’t wait to try. I will probably do a spot on my blog and will reference you. So glad I found you! :)
Theresa |
There are acrylic pains specifically for glass, some set with oven heat, some can air dry given I think it is about 2 weeks to cure. I am doing this for part of my wedding favors. Thanks for the idea!
Not So Average Mama |
These are great! You can also paint directly on candles. We did it for a centerpiece :) http://notsoaveragemama.com/2011/11/11/how-to-make-a-painted-candle-centerpiece-for-thanksgiving-gluenglitter/