We've all got those "pins" don't we? You know, those ones that we pin and say - I'm going to try that. This week, I've had a little more off time from running people to and fro. Perfect time to try a couple of my pins.
Pin #1
Above, my finished candles and below are the before photos.
The directions for this candle grubby technique is WAY easier than using Modge Podge.
Pin #2
Dipping bulbs in silicone - tried this once before and wasn't happy with how they turned out. These directions are from Oodledadoodle Primitives. Sue suggests adding mineral spirits to thin the silicone. I also added burnt umber oil artist paint for a slight color. 
They still don't look like store bought ones, nor did I get them to end up looking like Sue's. I will use them in my lights - they aren't horrible! I tried to get a picture of Shadow on the table batting at the bulbs while they were drying. He is such a helper.
Do you have any projects I should pin?
~Ann
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Your candles came out really good!
ReplyDeleteI think I will leave the swirling of the silicone to the professionals. LOL! Your's look pretty good. Mine would be a MESS!
Carmen and the Primcats
Ann, wonderful job on candles & bulbs~ they are pretty~
ReplyDeleteSo Shadow was too fast for you~ giggles~ bet he was having a blast ~ picturing him~
have a wonderful Flag Day~
smiles
Teresa
I've been wanting to do the silicone bulbs but every time I go to buy the stuff to do it I change my mind.Seems so much easier to buy them..smile..I would like to do some strands for the christmas tree though they are so expensive.Yours look fine.Warm Blessings!~Amy
ReplyDeleteLove your candles Ann. Those silicone bulbs look pretty good too.
ReplyDeleteEnjoy your evening~Becky
Long time ago Char shared both tutorials and I made them. Yours looks so pretty. I'm agree with Amy they are so expensive, I would some strands for Christmas trees too.
ReplyDeleteYou "me" crafts turned out so well!! The gruby candles look perfect. They are so fun to make too:) Now the silicon bulbs are something I would be afraid to try. I may be a little behind but I have never seen them before and I think yours look great. I like the colors that they are. What do you do with them now? I am glad you took the time to get some of your "pins" done. Good job. -Steph-
ReplyDeleteGreat candles and bulbs, Ann! You're courageous....They don't let me play with hot wax here....and I don't think I would even let MYSELF play with silicone.... Unfortunately, there may come a day since they are getting harder and harder to find around here in the wattages I need. You did a bang-up job!! Smiles & Hugs ~ Robin
ReplyDeleteI've got about a 50% success rate with things I've tried off of Pinterest so far....I just make sure it doesn't cost much or take much time so I can't be too upset when it doesn't turn out :)
ReplyDeleteYour candles look great to me!