Making Outdoor Ice Candles
Create a Naturally Beautiful Outdoor Decoration from Ice
Ice candles are a beautiful and easy way to create a stunning outdoor décor-piece for your garden or patio. They are simple to make, and all you need is some water, food coloring, and a mold or two. Plus, they can be made to match any style or color scheme!
Step-by-Step Guide to Making Ice Candles
Materials Needed:
- Mold or container (plastic or metal)
- Water
- Food coloring, if desired
- Sticks or wicks (optional)
- Prepare the Molds
Choose molds for the candle shapes, such as small plastic containers, metal molds, or even a bowl. If you’re using a bowl, the candles will have a domed shape. Clean the molds with soap and water.
- Add the Color
If you’d like to add some color to your candles, add a drop or two of food coloring to the water before pouring it into the molds.
- Fill the Molds with Water
Fill the molds with the water, leaving a little space at the top so the ice won’t overflow when it freezes. If adding sticks or wicks, now is the time to put them in the molds.
- Freeze the Candles
Carefully place the molds outside in a cool area, or in the freezer. Let the candles freeze completely before removing them from the molds.
- Enjoy!
Once the candles have frozen, you can use them to decorate or even light them if you’ve included wicks. Enjoy your beautiful outdoor ice candles!
Tips for Making Outdoor Ice Candles
- Size matters: Smaller ice candles will melt faster than larger ones. If you’re looking for a long-lasting candle, opt for bigger molds.
- Tin foil: You can line the molds with tin foil or parchment paper to make it easier to remove the candles without breaking them.
- Options: Feel free to get creative with colors and molds! You can even add decorations like flowers or leaves for more interesting designs.
Safety Tips
- Use caution when working with water that has been frozen! The water can cause severe frostbite if it comes in contact with skin.
- Make sure that the molds you use are safe for freezing, as some materials can crack or break when exposed to extreme temperatures.
- If you’re using wicks or sticks to make your candles, ensure that they are fireproof and appropriate for use in a candle.
Creating outdoor ice candles is a fun and easy way to add some natural beauty to your backyard. With minimal materials and some patience, you can create lovely, unique decorations that add a bit of sparkle to your outdoor area.
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