When you’ve reached the bottom of your favourite candle, don’t be too quick to toss the jar away. Candle jars can be repurposed into functional items that add character and charm to your home. With a little creativity and a few basic supplies, you can transform those empty jars into something new and useful. In this blog, we’ll share simple and stylish DIY projects for repurposing candle jars!
Firstly, How do you clean out your candle jars?
1) Freeze the jar: Place the candle jar in the freezer for a few hours. The cold will cause the wax to shrink and make it easier to pop out with a butter knife.
2) Boiling Water Method: Pour boiling water in the jar to melt the remaining wax. The wax will float to the top as it cools, and you can remove it one solidified.
3) Wipe clean: Use soap and warm water to clean and remaining wax residue.
1) Plant Pots for Succulents
If you’re a plant lover, your old candle jars can easily become adorable planters for succulents or small indoor plants.
Materials needed: Candle jar, pebbles/small rocks, soil, succulent or small plant
After cleaning out the wax, fill the jar with a small layer of pebbles for drainage, add soil, and plant your favourite succulent. This is a perfect way to bring greenery into small spaces, like windowsills or office desks!
2) Bathroom storage
Tired of clutter in your bathroom? Repurposing candle jars into storage containers is an easy and functional solution.
Materials needed: Candle jar, bathroom essentials, labels (optional to label your jar)
Simply clean out the jar and use it to store cotton balls, Q-tips, or even bath salts. For added charm, label the jars with chalkboard paint or stickers.
3) Kitchen Storage for Spices and Herbs
Materials needed: Cleaned Candle jar with lids, spices or herbs, labels
Once thoroughly cleaned, use the jars to store dried spices, herbs, or loose tea leaves. Add a cute label and display them on your counter for easy access and a touch of rustic charm.
4) DIY Terrariums
Materials needed: small rocks, sand, soil, air plants or succulents, clean candle jar
Add small pebbles to the bottom of the jar, followed by sand and soil. Then plant your succulents, these make beautiful low-maintenance decorations for any room in your home.
Tip: Choose jars with lids to create closed terrariums, which are self-sustaining with minimal maintenance.
5) Scented Drawer Fresheners
Materials needed: Cleaned candle jars with lids, potpourri or scented beads
Create your own drawer fresheners by filling candle jars with potpourri or scented beads. Simply place the jars in your drawers to keep your clothes smelling fresh.
Final thoughts
Repurposing candle jars is not only eco-friendly but also a fun and creative way to add personal touches to your home décor. Whether you’re looking for practical storage solutions, stylish decorations, or unique gift ideas, the possibilities are endless. So next time your favourite candle burns out, don’t toss the jar—transform it into something new!
Share Your Creations!
We’d love to see how you repurpose your candle jars! Share your DIY projects with us on social media using the hashtag #HideawayHomeDIY or tag us @Hideawayhomefragrances for a chance to be featured on our page.
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