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For me, a big part of “DIY” is taking something simple and embellishing it to fit my own unique style. For the most part, I’m not satisfied with store bought items and normally always tweak a little something here or there to make it more “me”. Which is exactly what I did with these gorgeous, DIY Scalloped Candle Wraps. Using our free SVG cut files, you can embellish literally any candle using any type of paper, in one simple step with your trusty Cricut Explore Air . My candles are from Pier One , but these wraps can be cut down to fit any candle whether they’re from the Dollar Store or Pottery Barn… you can even use these scallop wraps on the outside of glass hurricanes!
Click HERE to find the full styled wedding inspiration shoot that this project is from!
Exquisit Detail
This project is the perfect example of just how amazing the Cricut Explore Air is and what kind of delicate and detailed cuts it can produce.
SUPPLIES:
- Cricut Explore Air
- 8.5″ x 11″ Vellum (or paper of your choice)
- Pillar Candles
- Adhesive
Import Into Design Space
Download our free SVG files at the end of the post and upload them into Cricut Design Space. I have three sizes that are specifically designed to fit the typical sizes of pillar candles:
Short: 2.75″ x 10″
Medium: 4.5″ x 10″
Tall: 6.5″ x 10″
Paper Setting
My advice for this specific project is to use a fresh cutting mat (not one that has seen better days, you know what I mean), a semi-fresh blade and find the custom setting for the exact paper you are going to use. Those 3 elements will ensure a successful cut. Here I chose “vellum”.
Cut The Designs
Once you’ve got your mat and cut setting dialed in, put the mat in your Cricut, press GO and watch it do it’s magic!
Remove Very Carefully
Cardstock or paper is totally no big deal, but vellum is incredibly delicate. If you use vellum for this project like I did, you’re going to need to remove the cut design from the mat carefully, and with patience. Once removed, use the scrapper tool to carefully remove all the scraps left behind on your mat. There will be so much of it that you could literally turn it into confetti!
Apply To Your Candle
Apply your favorite adhesive along the edge of the design that has the lip. Wrap around your candle and secure – that’s all there is to it!
So Many Uses
There are SO many uses for these designs! Decorating candles, glass jars, hurricanes, greeting cards, notebooks, and more. Let your creativity run wild!
Click HERE to find the full styled wedding inspiration shoot that this project is from!
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As with all our DIY tutorials, if you create one of our projects please send us a picture – We Love Seeing Your Creativity! If you use Instagram or Twitter please use the hashtag #SomethingTurquoiseDIY and it will show up on our Get Social page. Happy Crafting!
DIY Tutorial Credits
Photography + DIY Tutorial: Jen Carreiro of Something Turquoise // Project Created Using The: Cricut Explore Air // Design Files: Julia Ensign // Vellum: Paper Source // All Candles: Pier One // Adhesive: Sticky Thumb // Wholesale Flowers: FiftyFlowers.com // Nail Polish: OPI – Withstands the Test of Thyme
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