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Etched Dandelion Votive

Turn an old jar into an etched dandelion candle holder

https://www.cutoutandkeep.net/projects/etched-dandelion-votive • Posted by Cat Morley

This is a fun and quick project, that's great for beginners as the design is easy to work with and forgiving of mistakes.

You will need

Project Budget
Almost Nothing

Time

0 h 35

Difficulty

Nice & Simple
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Description

This is a fun and quick project, that's great for beginners as the design is easy to work with and forgiving of mistakes.

Instructions

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    Clean an old jar and plug in the etcher.

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    Plan your design on the jar with a chalk pen.

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    When you're happy with the design, turn on the etcher and start engraving.

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    Continue etching until you're happy with the design and then wash off the chalk pen.

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    Touch up any parts of the design and then you're finished.

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    Pop a candle in to jar and enjoy!