Wednesday, October 14, 2015

~Holiday Wax Fire Starters and Simple & Sweet Fridays #189~


I've been wanting to make some wax fire starters for the Fall.
Since the weather has been so hot in San Diego,
 I was dreaming of a beautiful bon fire 
we could have on the beach soon.
I know the time will change November 1st.
Even though I don't like it getting dark earlier,
 I can't wait for cooler nights!!
Our family always loves to have a fire in the Fall.
It tells us the holidays are near!!
Homemade wax fire starters are perfect
 for a camp fire or outdoor fire.
Easy to use, just place between dry logs and light the wick.
Great holiday gift too!
These are not for a gas fireplace or interior wood stove.
I bought a cupcake pan at the dollar store and
  had some candle wicks for a project.

I used some small pumpkin acorns, fresh bay leaves and cinnamon sticks and pine cones.
I added them all to some melted candle wax carefully
 poured into the cupcake tins.
They turned out so pretty!!
I wanted to use some antique molds.
I love their shape and thought they would look pretty too!

I'm so ready for the holidays now!!
Found a special Fall treat!
I love Trader Joe's!!
They're a festive look for the holidays!!
This was a fun and easy project!


Looking forward to seeing all your inspiring ideas
 and goodies this week!!


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32 comments:

  1. Mary K.October 15, 2015 at 2:12 AM

    Jody and Stan thanks for hosting a great party. The features are inspirational, but the best part of visiting your blog is to see what you are up to. Those candles are stunning. thanks for sharing with us and have a great weekend.

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  2. De Oude Huize at Kameel huise tussen sporeOctober 15, 2015 at 2:54 AM

    Jody and Stan thank you for hosting the little candles are an stunning idea
    Lots of blessings from South Africa

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  3. La Table De NanaOctober 15, 2015 at 4:57 AM

    Wish we could use them indoors..I truly thought that was a real fireplace..where on earth id you find such a real life miniature.
    Adorb your firestarters.

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  4. Audra @ Renewed ProjectsOctober 15, 2015 at 5:27 AM

    You have the prettiest fire starters! Such works of art!

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  5. UnknownOctober 15, 2015 at 5:37 AM

    Such great pictures I loved them all!xx

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  6. CindyOctober 15, 2015 at 6:18 AM

    Very pretty firestarters!

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  7. Parsimonious PerfectionOctober 15, 2015 at 6:38 AM

    Oh, how gorgeous Jody!! I'll be they smell fantastic as well! Love, love, love. Pinning immediately! Thank you so much for sharing AND for hosting!

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  8. Life's a shoeOctober 15, 2015 at 7:24 AM

    oh wow this looks so amazing! thanks for sharing!

    lifeisashoe

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  9. UnknownOctober 15, 2015 at 7:57 AM

    Very, very pretty Jody! ( I am so ready to go holiday! ) Mr D goes on his annual cast and blast next week. I have the whole house to myself and The Chocolate Gousse and a DIY list a page long!
    The best of this season's blessings to you and Stan!
    ~Lynne
    w/L

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  10. PatOctober 15, 2015 at 7:58 AM

    Jody and Stan,
    Clever idea to make your own fire starters, dear friends!!!
    Thank you for hosting Simple and Sweet Fridays! each week!!!
    Wishing you a wonderful Autumnal weekend ahead!!!
    Fondly,
    Pat

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  11. AnonymousOctober 15, 2015 at 8:13 AM

    The fire starters are such a cool idea and so pretty!

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  12. Debby RayOctober 15, 2015 at 8:32 AM

    Oh, I just love these beautiful fire starters...what great gifts they would make! As I scrolled my way down your post I was pleasantly surprised by a certain little fireplace clock! OH MY GOODNESS! You have to come visit me and click on the link to my other blog...http://debbysmemories.blogspot.com/2012/11/its-about-time.html. I grew up with this clock in my house and I continue to find another one in good shape. You are the first person that I have ever known other than myself to own one of these unique clocks! Happy Thursday :)

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  13. JP October 15, 2015 at 8:38 AM

    How can you ever burn those beautiful creations? I'd just want them 'cause they're so pretty! Thanks for hosting!
    JP

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  14. Joy@aVintageGreenOctober 15, 2015 at 8:46 AM

    I enjoyed learning about your fall fire starters. They would be a lovely present for the fall and winter fireplaces. Thank you Jody and Stan for Sweet and Simple Fridays 189.

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  15. AnonymousOctober 15, 2015 at 9:57 AM

    Jody and Stan, you make me want to hire a contractor right now to put in a fireplace. Love the wax fire starters. I have everything to make them, even the antique molds. Thanks for sharing! Your festive decor is so inspiring. Have a great weekend!

    Kim

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  16. Lin from A {tiny} Cottage In The WoodsOctober 15, 2015 at 10:02 AM

    Love the fire starters ~ so beautiful & festive!
    ~ Lin

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  17. Debbie-Dabble Blog and A Debbie-Dabble ChristmasOctober 15, 2015 at 1:24 PM

    Thanks so much for the party!!

    Hugs.
    Debbie

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  18. CynthiaOctober 15, 2015 at 1:24 PM

    Hi Jody, how neat are these and so pretty!!

    Cindy

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  19. Madonna/aka/Ms Lemon of Make Mine LemonOctober 15, 2015 at 4:21 PM

    Your fire starters are so clever.

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  20. SarahOctober 15, 2015 at 4:39 PM

    We have gas logs or I would make those fire starters. They look so pretty. A bag of these would make a thoughtful gift.
    Thanks for hosting.

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  21. LucyOctober 15, 2015 at 10:41 PM

    Your fire starters are a work of art and I am so ready for the holidays also! Thank you so much for featuring my Give Thanks banner! Blessings!

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  22. SuzyOctober 16, 2015 at 3:48 AM

    Thank you for including my fall table centerpiece in your features!

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  23. mjmaterazoOctober 16, 2015 at 9:52 AM

    oh! i love those wax fire starters. what a great idea. and yes, trader joes always has the yummy treats. : )
    thanks for hosting another great party. xo- maryjo
    https://maryjomaterazo.tyeppad.com

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  24. Sandi MagleOctober 16, 2015 at 11:06 AM

    Jody your candlestarters look good enough to eat. I'm going to try and make scented wax room scenters this way...these are toooooo pretty to burn up! Thanks for the great post and hosting, Sandi.

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  25. The Charm of HomeOctober 16, 2015 at 11:54 AM

    I love the firs starters! You have the best garden crafts! THanks for hosting!

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  26. Deanies StashOctober 16, 2015 at 7:01 PM

    I love your fire starters. They are so pretty! I think I might make some for friends for Christmas! Thanks for sharing. Dianne

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  27. My thrift store addictionOctober 17, 2015 at 12:38 PM

    Oh my goodness, those are the prettiest fire starters I have ever seen! Thank you for the party!

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  28. JuneOctober 20, 2015 at 3:50 PM

    Oh, thank you for posting this Jody! How did you know I have been wanting to make these this year? I can only imagine how great they will smell when you start your fires. As you know I'm quite north of you and this morning it was only 30 degrees, so it's been fire time here this week :)
    sending hugs...

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  29. Curtains in My TreeOctober 21, 2015 at 11:34 AM

    your fire starters are just too cute , love them in the vintage tins.
    we have already had a 35 degrees night here in central Missouri ,
    now if I only had a fire place

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  32. Tonita November 1, 2018 at 6:23 PM

    These fire starters are so beautiful. What a nice holiday gift idea.

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