DIY Copper and Wooden Candleholder

A candleholder featuring a copper base and wooden candleholder.
  • Difficulty
    Easy

Creating beautiful decor for your living space can bring joy and fulfillment. With a few materials and some creativity, create a stylish centerpiece with our step-by-step guide to crafting a DIY copper and wood candleholder. This elegant project combines sleek copper accents with natural wood for a modern touch. Follow our simple instructions to add a touch of beauty to your home decor.

You need
Step17

Sourcing and Cutting the wooden plank

Four pices of wooden planks

Head to a nearby DIY store and acquire a wooden plank. Divide it into four sections: two measuring 29cm x 5cm and two measuring 10cm x 5cm, using a saw or appropriate cutting tools.

Step27

Drilling Holes in the Upper Large Plank

Drilling Holes in the Upper Large Plank

With a 22mm drill bit and a drill, create four holes in the upper large plank. Ensure the spacing and alignment are accurate to accommodate the candles securely.

Step37

Refining the candleholder

Refining the candleholder

Utilizing the Dremel 3000 tool equipped with a sanding accessory, carefully sand the four holes to achieve a smooth and precise finish, ensuring they are perfectly suited for the candles.

Step47

Joining the wooden pieces with glue

Joining the wooden planks with glue

Carefully apply wood glue to the surfaces of the four wooden pieces. Align them precisely and press firmly together to ensure a secure bond. Wipe away any excess glue and allow sufficient time for the adhesive to dry and set firmly.

Step57

Cutting the copper tube

Cutting the copper tube with Dremel

With safety gear on, including gloves, protective eyewear, and a mask, use the Dremel 3000 equipped with a metal cutting accessory to cut a copper tube into four equal parts. Exercise caution and precision during the cutting process.

Step67

Final Assembly and Candle Placement

Assembling and placement of candles

Insert the four cut copper tubes into the wooden structure, ensuring they fit securely. Once in place, add candles into each tube. Verify that the candles are stable and upright within the holders before displaying the finished candleholder.

 

Step77

Manon

Hi! My name is Manon, I’m 28 and come from Belgium. I’m a content creator on social networks specialized in DIYs and home design.

What I love most is to find old pieces of furniture and give them a second life. I find some potential in everything, even things that only look good to be thrown in the trash.

 

Tip
CONTENT CREATOR ID:
COUNTRY:  Belgium 
YEARS OF EXPERIENCE:  Since May 2020 (around 4 years) on social networks but love to DIY since I was a child 
SPECIALITY:  Upcycling 
FAVORITE DREMEL TOOL:  The Dremel Stylo +

Frequently Asked Questions