Introduction: Upcycle Your Candle Lids: Easy Steps for Fall Shelf Decor
Today I'm going to share an easy upcycled craft idea with you. We'll be creating Autumn shelf sitter decor using two candle lids. I wasn't sure what to do with my candle lids, but I decided to make fall shelf sitter decor after giving it some thought. If you're ready, let's begin building your very own.
Supplies
- Two candle lids (wooden or metal)
- Acrylic paint
- Paintbrush
- Mod Podge (optional)
- Craft moss
- Mini wooden mushrooms
- Scissors
- Assorted fall decor (e.g. flowers, fall vase filler glitter leaves, smaller faux succulent flowers in deep purple color)
- Hot glue
Step 1: Adding Paint to Wooden Lid and Wooden Mushrooms
Begin by applying acrylic paint to both the wooden lid and wooden mushrooms.
I decided to paint the tops of the wooden mushrooms orange and brown.
Step 2: Adding Mod Podge and Decorative Napkin to Wooden Lid
First, if your napkin is 2-ply, remove the second layer. Then, use scissors to cut out the designs you want to add to the project. Afterward, use a smaller paintbrush to apply Mod Podge to the wooden lid and attach the cut-out napkin pieces. In my project, I added fall leaves to the bottom section of the wooden lid.
Step 3: Adding Moss and Wooden Mushrooms
Next, use hot glue to attach the moss to the top section of the lid. Then, add a few deep purple faux succulent flowers to the design.
I also decided to add a few white dots to two of the brown-painted mushrooms.
Step 4: Adding Mod Podge and Assorted Decorations
I decided to skip out on the paint for the next fall shelf sitter.
I cut my design to use in the design. I used a paintbrush and added Mod Podge to add the design.
Step 5:
That completes your fall shelf sitter decor. I love that I could reuse my candle lids and create two decor pieces to add to my fall decorations. These are perfect for adding to shelves, trays, mantels, etc. I hope you have enjoyed creating your fall decor.
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