Twisted Torch Candles: How To Twist Them Yourself?

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Nothing like a cocooning-style atmosphere for the end of the year celebrations! To succeed without making a mistake, we are obviously inspired by the decor trends currently shaking the Internet. From Instagram to Pinterest to Tik Tok, it's virtually impossible not to stumble upon the phenomenon of twisted torch candles. To heal the festive mood, to host a usual candlelit dinner with the family, or just to kill boredom while in confinement, the #TwistedCandles trend is hard to resist. Perfect for table decoration, twisted candles are not, however, only reserved for end-of-year festivities. Classic and elegant in any season, they have everything to pimp the interior in no time.

Twisted torch candles, a DIY to revamp the Christmas table

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It has been centuries since we have not lit the candle. However, this object is an integral part of every style of interior decoration and we love it! Elegant and trendy, candles are real jewels that will sublimate the house in no time and at a lower cost. They have the potential to create a cozy atmosphere, but also to dress a lost space, highlight a piece of furniture and delicately perfume a room.

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In short, candles have more than one use. There are times, however, when they lack originality. By twisting them, you can easily give them a boost. And yes, you understood correctly, today, we will show you how to twist your candles yourself to illuminate your confined evenings. So, after the Christmas bauble centerpiece and DIY potpourri, make way for the phenomenon of twisted candles!

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On social networks, “Twisted Candles” are at the top of the decorating trends, offering us new DIY inspirations every day to try during the confinement which will probably last until Christmas. Easy and very fun to make, the latest decorating inspiration of the moment has no equal for decorating the house, especially the festive table. You and your kids will love it! I promise !

make twisted torch candles yourself for Christmas and New Year

Black, white, green, pink, red or gold, the twisted torch candles blend with every atmosphere and every style of decoration. You also have plenty of choices to highlight them. Placed in a vase or a centerpiece candle holder for New Year, these candles can also decorate the festive tree. Some DIY enthusiasts don't even hesitate to present them as a gift for a plate or an original Christmas place card. In any case, one thing is certain, the more there are, the better.

Twisted candles to make yourself - the easy tutorial

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Despite their twisted look, twisted candles are child's play! Okay, but how do you do it? Just get a few long candles and follow the next steps!

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In a pot of lukewarm water, soak your long candles halfway up for 10-15 min or until they soften in the heat.
Once their consistency is malleable, take them out of the pan and gently flatten the central part of each candle using a glass or a rolling pin.

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Work the wax from the candles into a spiral shape and wrap them around themselves, leaving space at the top and bottom so that they can easily fit into the candle holder.
The candles are so malleable that they allow you all kinds of fantasies. You can twist them on themselves to create feet, as shown above.
After twisting them, it's time to harden them by dipping them in cold water.

And there you have it, your DIY twisted torch candles are ready to light up your parties… and not only! To find out how to best showcase them in your interior, go to the photo gallery! As for the video above, check it out for more details on how they are made.