Super Easy Dollar Tree Candle Holders DIY To Light Up Your Life

Do you love Dollar Tree? Me too! I am sharing fantastic Dollar Tree Candle Holders DIY with you that are easy and inexpensive. This project is a fun craft and can be adapted indoors or out.

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Dollar Tree Candle Holders DIY Materials and Supply List

Broom Handle
Tuna or Chicken Cans
Hot Glue, E6000, Silicone
Spray Paint
Recycled Jar or Mason jar
Solar Fairy lights, Candles, or LED lights

Dollar Tree Candle Holders DIY Video

Dollar Tree Candle Holders DIY Instructions

1. Wash out your cans

I filled a sink with dish soap and water and washed the tuna and chicken cans out. I wanted to make sure nothing would grow inside the cans.

2. Remove the label

I removed the labels from all of the cans and used coconut oil to remove the glue holding on the label.

spray paint tuna cans for this next step

3. Decorate the cans

I painted my cans with white paint to match the handles I’d be putting them on. I let them dry and gave them a second coat of paint. You can paint them any color you want or decorate them with any of the following items:

Ribbon
Wrapping Paper
Electrical Tape
Duct Tape
Stickers

3. Create the base of the candle holder

Since my candle holders would be going outside, I decided on broom handles. I removed the bristles of the handle and the top from the other side of the broom. I was left with just the white handle.

I used a rubber mallet and pounded the broom handle into the ground near my patio.

I used a rubber mallet and pounded the broom handle into the ground in random spots near my patio. I made sure to stake it down far enough that it was nice and solid.

4. Glue the can to the handle

I used a substantial amount of hot glue on the bottom of the can and placed it onto the handle. Depending on where you live, with the hot and cold temperature fluctuation, you may opt for a different glue or adhesive.

Silicone
e6000 glue
Epoxy

Did you know that sometimes the dollar store has a glue gun for sale?

5. Add A Candle Holder and light of your choice

I added recycled jars into my tuna cans and they fit perfectly. Mine fit pretty snuggly and you can glue the glass into the tuna can if you like. Other options (and watch the video to see these below)

glass candle holders
glass lamp shades
glass vase
mason jars
recycled jars
drinking glasses
thrift store finds
taper candle holder
votive holders
glass containers
glass candlesticks or candlestick holders
elegant candle holders
and many other dollar store items

I used Solar Fairy lights for my lighting option. The nice part about these is that they’ll seal on top of the jar to keep water out.

Other options include:

votive candles or tealight candle
battery operated tea lights
waterproof led lights
candle sticks

I placed these 2 lanterns on either side of our sitting area.

There is nothing I like more than eating outside with the family and spending quality time with them.

Painter's tape and stars added to outdoor candle holder

Here is the second version of the DIY candle holders I created for Hometalk. For this one, I added painters tape to the tuna can with some star stickers. You can place dishwasher-safe Mod Podge or clear sealer to make it waterproof. I opted to leave these as is so that I can change them up as seasonal decor.

here the candle holder are used by my outdoor bench holding a bud vase and tealight candle

I used a candle holder and bud vase in these with a battery-operated tealight in them. I placed them out by my bench and hammock. My kids love hanging out in this space with their friends.

This dollar tree candle holder is using a mason jar and solar lights

I love how easy this diy dollar tree solar light was to make. I am thinking about making more for my yard. Using a mason jar gives the lights an antique’ look.

Dollar Tree outdoor solar light by the patio

The majority of these dollar tree items can all be found at dollar tree, and you can even swap out the center for some solar lights at the store. They fit nicely into the lid of a mason jar.

Using a mason jar gives the lights an antique’ look. If you want more of a distressed look for these solar lights, try using a rustic chalk paint color for the can. Use garden twine or burlap bows to decorate the broom handle. Or, try adding faux moss around the holder. There are a lot of different looks you can create for these outdoor lights. You can even make these patio lights modern and sleek for a high end look.

Want a summer craft project to use inside on a shelf or bookcase? Don’t miss our Amazing DIY Summer Room Decorations.

What do you think of this dollar tree DIY? Let me know in the comments below.

What can I make a candle holder out of?

Here I’m showing you a tutorial on how to make a candle holder out of recycled tuna or chicken cans, glass containers, and mason jars. I like to use thrift store finds because they are inexpensive.

What can I put in a large candle holder besides candles?

You can put solar fairy lights, LED lights, or battery-operated tea lights on a large candle holder besides candles. These alternatives provide a unique, creative and safe way to light up your space.

Dollar Tree Candle Holders DIY Video

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