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DIY: Shy Face Candle Holders

Add a little whimsy to your candle holders by applying some paint and a sweet 'shy face' outline. So much fun and so easy to do. A wonderful craft project to do with the kiddos!

I am a bit giddy as I write this. After completing these ‘Shy Face’ Candle Holders, how could I not be? They are just so adorable! At just an inch and a half high, they were the perfect little pieces to recreate into something a little whimsical. Eventually, these sweet little guys will end up in my basement craft room (still in progress!), but for now, they’ll stay upstairs in my living room where I can chuckle at them each time I see them 😉

If you are looking for a craft project to do with the kiddos, this would be the perfect one to try.

MATERIALS

Shy Face Candle Holders - Materials Needed

  • candle holders
  • acrylic paints
  • paint brush
  • paint palette
  • pencil & eraser
  • sharpie

STEPS

Step 1:  Apply White Base

If your candle holders are made of wood, they will absorb quite a bit of paint. Start by painting a single layer of white paint in order to seal them.

Shy Face Candle Holders - Apply White Base

Let dry – at least 30 minutes.

Step 2:  Apply Colours

Now you can apply your chosen colours to the candle holders.

Shy Face Candle Holders - Apply Colours

Two to three layers will create a lovely solid colour. Let dry between applications.

Step 3:  Outline Shy Face

Now it’s time to design your ‘shy face.’ Taking your pencil, outline the eyes and nose on each candle holder, free hand. Outline these lightly so you can erase and redraw to get it just right.

Shy Face Candle Holderse - Outline Shy Face

Step 4:  Trace Over Shy Face

Taking  your sharpie, trace over the pencil outline.

Shy Face Candle Holders - Trace Over Shy Face

Tip:  If you are using soft pastel colours as I did, you may wish to soften the sharpie outline by applying a soft, and highly diluted paint over top. If you do, simply add a bit of paint to your paint brush and dip into a can of water ensuring that most of the paint comes off, then apply over the tracings. Don’t worry about going outside the lines, since you will be using the same colour that’s already been applied to the candle holders. (For more on this technique, see How To Create Whitewash Abstract Art).

Shy Face Candle Holders - Apply Diluted Paint

Once they’ve dried, you are now ready to add your candles and display!

Add a little whimsy to your candle holders by applying some paint and a sweet 'shy face' outline. So much fun and so easy to do. A wonderful craft project to do with the kiddos!

Add a little whimsy to your candle holders by applying some paint and a sweet 'shy face' outline. So much fun and so easy to do. A wonderful craft project to do with the kiddos!

Add a little whimsy to your candle holders by applying some paint and a sweet 'shy face' outline. So much fun and so easy to do. A wonderful craft project to do with the kiddos!

Add a little whimsy to your candle holders by applying some paint and a sweet 'shy face' outline. So much fun and so easy to do. A wonderful craft project to do with the kiddos!

Add a little whimsy to your candle holders by applying some paint and a sweet 'shy face' outline. So much fun and so easy to do. A wonderful craft project to do with the kiddos!

I loved creating these little guys. So much fun! Apply your shy face to candle holders, small planters and pots, candles, craft paper that you can frame, and anything you set your heart on. So many possibilities!

Happy crafting 🙂

Add a little whimsy to your candle holders by applying some paint and a sweet 'shy face' outline. So much fun and so easy to do. A wonderful craft project to do with the kiddos!

 

 

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For more crafty tips and decorating ideas around the web, see Inspiration Spotlight, That DIY Party, Happiness is Homemade, Sweet Inspiration, Recipe & DIY Linky, The Handmade Hangout, Mad Skills, Meet Up Monday, Craft Schooling Sunday, Dare To Share, Link Party Palooza, Pretty Pintastic Party, Best of the Weekend, Peace/Love Link Up, Home Matters, BFF Open House, Creativity Unleashed, No Rules Weekend Blog Party, The DIY Collective, The Creative Exchange, The Wednesday Round Up, Welcome Home Wednesdays and Creative Spark Link Party.

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About Jelica

Hi, I’m Jelica — the creator behind A Pretty Fix. I started this blog to help you simplify, style, and stitch a cozy home – even if you’re short on time or don’t know where to start. Because creating a beautiful space shouldn’t be complicated — just beautifully simple.

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  6. Carolyn says

    These are very cute! They DO make you smile everytime you see them, and things like these are a great thing to fill your home with. Thanks for taking the time to post the tutorial!

    Reply

    • Jelica says

      Next to loving mini crafts, I love whimsical ones like this one. You can’t take decor too seriously, I say 🙂 Thanks for stopping by Carolyn 🙂

      Reply

    • Jelica says

      Thanks very much Nancy! I’ll come by and visit your post – I’m a book nerd, so I’ll be interested in reviewing your list. Take care!

      Reply

  11. Mary-the boondocks blog says

    These are so, so cute. I can’t believe you made these from plain boring candleholders. Just adorable, The colors are cute but when you put the little faces on them it took it to super cute level. Pinning and sharing.

    Reply

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