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DIY Moss Candle, Candle Holder, and Vase ALL for $2

March 12, 2013 By Meegan 14 Comments

What’s that you say? DIY Moss Candle, Candle Holder, and Vase ALL for $2. Now that Springtime is here, my creative juices started flowing and I made 3 projects from moss, empty tin cans, and dollar store candles. It’s SO easy to make a DIY Moss Candle, Candleholder and Vase ALL for $2!

DIY Moss Candle, Candle Holder, and Vase ALL for $2

I can hardly wait to share them with you!

DIY Moss Candle, Candle Holder and Vase ALL for $2

I started out by using these 3 components:

1-99 cent candle

1 bag of reindeer moss from Dollar Tree

1 bottle-tacky glue.

I used the same concept with this project as I did for the DIY Moss Easter Basket made from a peat pot:

DIY Moss Candle, Candle Holder and Vase ALL for $2

and my DIY moss wreath, pictured below.

Using a paint brush, I brushed the candle with tacky glue and then adhered moss to it.  I continued this process until my candle was covered with moss. You can cover as much of the candle as you prefer. You can see in the photos, I have covered the whole candle as well as just the bottom third. If you like it-it’s perfect!

Doesn’t she look so “Springy”?  Much better than a plain white candle.  I looked up prices for this type of candle online, and they sell for between $13-$20.  Mine was $2-Score!!

While I was working on this Spring moss candle, the creative juices started flowing again.  I have quite a few empty cans waiting for me to use them, Hmmmm…..

DIY Moss Candle, Candle Holder and Vase ALL for $2

What if I covered the sides and bottom of my can to make a moss covered candle holder??

DIY Moss Candle, Candle Holder and Vase ALL for $2

Using 2 sizes of cans, I was able to have my candles on different levels.  Seriously fell in love with these!!

DIY Moss Candle, Candle Holder and Vase ALL for $2

I also looked up the prices for moss candle holders online.  You will pay between $15 and $25 depending on the size.  My cost: basically $1.  I already had a bag of moss and the cans were in my craft cupboard.  Woo Woo!

Okay, the creative juices were on a roll now and they couldn’t be stopped.

What if I took those same cans and turned them upside down and created moss covered vases???  Yes!!

I headed over to Trader Joes from some fresh tulips (Great deal I might add-I bought 9 stems for $4)

Okay, back to my moss covered vases…

DIY Moss Candle, Candle Holder and Vase ALL for $2

Viola!!  These are my fave so far!!  Wow-don’t they look expensive, “Springy”, and amazing with my moss candle??  Can you say”I am in love?”  I definitely am in love with all of these DIY moss ideas.

DIY Moss Candle, Candle Holder and Vase ALL for $2

These moss vases would also be lovely filled with babies breath, billy balls, roses, or hydrangeas!!  The creativity is endless for these lovelies!!

DIY Moss Candle, Candle Holder and Vase ALL for $2

Here they are with just a small touch of Easter.  The prices for moss covered vases is somewhere between $20-$30.  Mine-$1 for both.

DIY Moss Candle, Candle Holder and Vase ALL for $2

I can’t stop taking pictures of my DIY Moss vases and moss covered candle.  They bring Spring into our home and look so inviting.

DIY Moss Candle, Candle Holder and Vase ALL for $2

And lastly all 3 together…  A moss cover candle, a moss covered candle holder and a moss covered vase all of under $2.

DIY Moss Candle, Candle Holder and Vase ALL for $2

All 3 of these would be perfect on an Easter table setting, at a bridal shower or even a wedding.

 I was so happy to share my DIY Moss Candle, Candle Holder, and Vase ALL for $2.

The price is incredible-you can’t beat it.

As a side note…If your dollar store doesn’t carry reindeer moss, glass candles you can order these from Michaels Stores.

Let me know if you are going to make some, too!  I would love to hear all about it. Just use the hashtag #whatmeeganmakes on Facebook, Instagram or Twitter for me to view your creativity.

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Filed Under: crafting, Easter, floral, refresh, Spring Tagged With: crafting, Easter, floral, refresh, Spring

Comments

  1. Sharon @ Elizabeth & Co. says

    March 12, 2013 at 4:59 PM

    More mossy goodness! I featured your baskets at the party this morning!

    Reply
  2. Lavender Dreams says

    March 13, 2013 at 12:08 AM

    What a fun inexpensive project! I love the pretty Spring flowers and LOTS of candles!

    Reply
  3. Linda@Coastal Charm says

    March 13, 2013 at 12:59 PM

    Love these thrifty ideas…thank you for sharing them at my party. I have lots of moss in my Easter/Spring decor (I cheated and purchased mine already done).

    Blessings,
    Linda

    Reply
  4. ~ Megin of VMG206 says

    March 14, 2013 at 4:03 PM

    So cute! I’m on the hunt for some $1.00 moss ~ haven’t found it yet. I love the tulips!
    I found you today thru the Made in a Day Linky. I hope you get a chance to stop by my blog and leave a comment, too!
    ~ Megin of VMG206
    http://www.vmg206.blogspot.com

    Reply
  5. Rosey says

    March 14, 2013 at 5:42 PM

    I think these came out very unique and very fabulous. They look just great on the coffee table too!!

    I’m visiting today from Thursday’s Favorite Things. :)

    Reply
    • Meegan says

      March 15, 2013 at 11:20 PM

      Thanks so much, Rosie! I truly appreciate your comments!! I love that you found me :)

      Reply
  6. Katherines Corner says

    March 16, 2013 at 1:57 AM

    These are a lovely reminder of the promise of spring. Thank you for sharing your lovely blog at the Thursday Favorite Things blog hop xo

    Reply
  7. The DIY Homegirl says

    April 2, 2014 at 10:54 PM

    Hello! I featured your tutorial in my blog series, Living in a White Box. My series features tips, inspiration, and ideas for how to decorate rental homes. Your moss decor is perfect for my latest post as it’s a great way to decorate on a budget!

    Reply
    • Meegan says

      April 8, 2014 at 5:33 PM

      Thanks SO much!! I am honored. xoxo

      Reply
  8. Linda says

    July 15, 2014 at 9:06 AM

    Does the glued on moss shed all over? Do you need to spray the finished product with hair spray or something to hold the moss together?

    Reply
    • Meegan says

      July 15, 2014 at 12:35 PM

      Hi Linda!
      The moss sheds a tiny, tiny bit. I haven’t ever sprayed mine with anything. If you make one and decide to spray it with hairspray, I would LOVE to hear your results.
      Thanks for stopping by today.
      :)

      Reply

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