Flower Pot Candle Holders

Each year, the girls make a handmade gift for their teachers. This year, we found out each teacher's favorite colors and made candle holders from terracotta pots. My girls LOVE to paint, so this was really fun for them.

We also asked for our teacher's favorite fragrances and
purchased candles for their new holders.

We started with some small terracotta pots, patio paint,
and (optional) stencils.

We painted the outside of the pots and both sides of the
saucer, then decorated them with our stencils.

There are two ways to create a candle holder.

One way is to have the pot right side up and place the
saucer right-side up inside the top of the pot.
If you plan to make one like this, just be sure
when you purchase your pots the saucer nestles
inside the pot properly.

Another way is to turn the pot upside down and
place the saucer right-side up on top of it.

Be sure to apply a couple coats of clear varnish/sealant when you're done decorating the pots, then glue the saucer to the pot. We used E-6000 glue for a secure bond.

We made several candle holders, some with stenciled designs, some with free-hand designs. I let the girls make the choices of how they would decorate pots for their own teachers. I also had them write a little note of thanks to their teacher inside the pot, with their name and date.

These would make a cool gift for just about anyone!




Show yourself in all respects to be a model of good works, and in your teaching show integrity, dignity. Titus 2:7