How do you feel about a DIY Valentine’s Day gift this year that might actually be free, gender neutral, and a permanent house decoration? I thought it was a great idea and came up with DIY Valentine logs + candle holders.
I’ve always gawked white painted logs in houses, so I decided to make some on a smaller scale and with their wood top still showing.
Here’s what you need:
- A dry log
- A saw (hand saw if your hardcore, a Miter Saw
if you have one)
- A drill bit the size of your candle (tea candles are about 1.5 inches)
- White paint + a brush
- Dremel or carving utensil (knife?!)
- A piece of sandpaper
- Tea candle
I had all of these things on hand so this project was FREE! (Amazing when that happens…) The process was very easy too. No real skills needed. Take your log and cut it to your desired height with your miter saw.
Then, what I did, was use my miter saw to cut off the crumbling edges of my log so I could have a clean surface to paint. This gets pretty dusty so be sure to have on eye protection and a mask (Earmuffs
Once they are nicely shaven, use your drill bit to cut your hole for your tea candle. You’ll see I didn’t have the matching size bit for the hole, but I made do with what I had.
Once my hole was drilled I used my Dremel 4000
Once your tea candle fits right, it’s time to slap some paint on the sides.
After it has dried, use your carving tool, I used my Dremel with the (I think) high speed cutter attachment, to carve some lovey dovey things into my candle holders.
Here’s how my three turned out.
Now you just need to position them properly with a serving of truffles for a romantic evening…
And you’ll need a little note to get your point across. ( I heard the song “She is Love” by Parachute the other day and thought it was the sweetest message for this Valentine’s Day.)
Get the Valentine’s card printable here.
Pin + share it!
This is an easy and quick Valentine’s Day gift that you’ll want to hold on to for more than a week and your special someone will love!
Lovey, dovey, sorts of things.
Colleen Pastoor says
These are perfect for valentines day! We made some birch candles almost identical to this (but the bark has since gotten super fragile) but without the inscription. I love that idea! It’s so cute.
Petite Modern Life says
Awh thanks Colleen! These would look so cute in abundance at a party or wedding. So easy too!
Corinna - For My Love Of says
I’m really excited you shared this project! I’ve been looking for a use for the dremmel tool my dad bought me for my birthday. These are adorable! Can’t wait to try it!
Petite Modern Life says
That’s awesome! I too need to start researching more things I can do with it. There could be so many great projects!
Carrie @ Kenarry: Ideas for the Home says
What a sweet idea for a gift, Karisa. I love the rustic, romantic look of it all. And your printable card is fabulous too!
Amanda @ Dwelling in Happiness says
TOO CUTE! I love how they turned out. Rustic, and romantic. Just perfect. :)
Kyla @HouseOfHipsters says
THIS is super cute! LOVE!
Kyla @HouseOfHipsters says
Hey lady! I’m featuring this on Found & Foraged this week!
Petite Modern Life says
Honored. Seriously. Thanks!
Anu says
These are so cute!
Petite Modern Life says
Awh thanks Anu! I’m always inspired by your consistently fresh and beautiful creations and home :)
Becky @dempsterlogbook says
I *love* these! I have been so intrigued by wood cutting and burning and you just may have me convinced! Thanks so much for linking up at Motivational Monday. Hope you will link up again with us in a couple of hours.
Petite Modern Life says
Thank you Becky! Flattered :)
Melanie says
These rustic candles are beautiful! I love that you even personalized them :)
Petite Modern Life says
Thank you Melanie :) I think they’re cute!
Aspen Jay says
These log candles are so cute! What a fun idea… Would be a really cute wedding gift! Thanks for sharing Karisa! Pinned!
Petite Modern Life says
Thank you! I know, I wish I knew how easy this project was for our wedding!