Last Updated on September 25, 2024 by lindseymahoney
Let’s try the cute ghost candle DIY that is trending on TikTok! It’s spooky season and I love using Halloween decorations that are affordable and I can easily make myself.
Whether you display these ghost candles on your dining room table or a fireplace mantel, everyone is sure to love them this Halloween!
How to Make Adorable Ghost Candles
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Materials Needed:
- White Taper Candle
- Hot Water
- Baking Dish – owned
- Black Marker
1 | Soak Candles in Hot Water
Once the DIY project materials are collected, add hot water to a baking dish. The dish needs to be long enough to submerge a tapered candle. Place the candles in the hot water and let the wax soften. I let them sit in the hot water for a few minutes.
2 | Curve the Tapered Candles
Now comes the fun part where you make the squiggly shape! This is also a bit stressful because you have to be careful to not apply too much pressure when maneuvering each candle into different shapes. I broke a few candles as I tried this DIY.
Slowly, I made a snake shape with the white taper candle to create the shape of the squiggly ghost. Once I was happy with the shape I removed the candle from the water and dried it with a towel.
3 | Add a Face with the Marker
Next, it is time to add a spooky face! Using a black permanent marker, make two eyes and a mouth with simple circle shapes for each one. Your DIY ghost candle is complete!
4 | Display Your Squiggly Ghost Candle
The final step is to display your DIY ghost candle in a candle holder and enjoy!
I hope this step-by-step tutorial inspires you to try this squiggly ghost candle DIY in your own home. Happy Halloween!
Want to try another easy Halloween DIY trending on TikTok?
Check out the tutorial to create your own DIY ghost painting to display this fall season!