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These DIY Birch Candlesticks are the ultimate easy and inexpensive farmhouse decor! These rustic candlesticks make a beautiful holiday, party or wedding centerpiece!
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DIY Birch Candlesticks

Active Time1 hour
Total Time1 hour
Author: Farmlife DIY

Equipment

  • Axe or Lopping Shears
  • Measuring tape
  • Saw
  • Sander
  • Drill
  • 1 1/2 inch bit/spade (linked in post)

Materials

  • Tree trunk or limbs
  • Tea light candles

Instructions

  • Select the limbs or trunk that you think will be easy to work with and make the best group of candle holders.
  • I used a table saw to create the individual pieces. Select your height of each candlestick and progress slowly. (see notes on sizes I used) Be careful as you work not to damage the bark.
  • Next, choose the location where the tealight candle should go. Due to the bark being so fragile I secured the candle holders to a piece of scrap lumber to assist in locating the holes, a vice could be used to assist in the process.
  • With the candle holders secured we are ready to drill the hole for the tea light candle. In the center of each candlestick drill 3/4 inch into the wood. This depth will make the tea light candles flush with the candlholder.
  • Once you have finished this process remove the candle holders from the scrap lumber.
  • At this point you can sand the cut side of the candle holders or finish with linseed oil (optional)
  • Lastly, add the candles and enjoy!
    These DIY Birch Candlesticks are the ultimate easy and inexpensive farmhouse decor! These rustic candlesticks make a beautiful holiday, party or wedding centerpiece!

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Notes

My candles were 6", 5", 4" and 3" but feel free to play around with the measurements and create a look that fits your space.