Glass Gem Votive Candle Holders

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Square feature image of a finished DIY glass gem votive candle holder made with blue and green glass gems from the dollar store and an upcycled glass jar sitting on a weathered wood table outside with greenery in the background.

This glass gem votive candle holder is an easy DIY that adds plenty of sparkle. Make a few as handmade gifts or create a larger set for weddings, showers, or special events. Glass gems come in a wide range of colors, making it easy to customize the look.

Supplies

  • Glass jar or votive
  • Sheer mesh (tulle)
  • E6000 Adhesive 
  • Glass Gems
  • Cardstock (or thicker paper)
  • Elastic bands
  • Decorative ribbon or raffia (optional)

How to Make Glass Gem Votives – 3 Easy Steps

STEP 1:

Glue a layer of sheer mesh (tulle) to your glass jar or votive using E600 Adhesive.

Step 1 photo - DIY Glass Gem Votive Candle Holder: Glue a layer of sheer mesh (tulle) to your glass jar or votive using E600 Adhesive.
Glue a layer of tulle onto the glass jar.

STEP 2:

Glue glass gems starting at the bottom of your jar using E6000. Once the first row is set up, glue on your second row of gems.

Step 2 photo - DIY Glass Gem Votive Candle Holder - Use E600 to glue glass gems to the base of your jar/votive. Once the first row is set up, glue on your second row of gems.
Begin gluing glass gems row by row.

STEP 3:

Wrap a piece of cardstock around the gems, and use an elastic bands to secure them. Let dry for 1 hour. Continue two rows at a time with 1 hour.

Step 3 - DIY Glass Gem Votive Candle Holder - Wrap a piece of cardstock around the two rows of gems and use an elastic band to secure. Let dry for 1 hour. Continue two rows at a time with 1 hour drying time until done.
Use cardstock and elastic bands to hold the gems in place while they dry.

Looking for more ways to reuse glass jars? Explore these clever upcycled jar ideas.

DIY Glass Gem Candle Votives - Vertical Pinterest Pin for sharing.
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