Learn how to make these pretty Halloween candle holders – great for decorating and giving as gifts. You’ll love these DIYs on a budget! They are also great for beginning crafters as all of these holiday projects are very easy.
The holidays always come around way quicker than expected, at least for me. Is this the case for you too?
Here’s what happens every single year around Halloween: it’s October 1st, and then the next day it’s October 21st. Just like that! It’s so weird. Maybe this sounds familiar.
Inevitably if you haven’t started Halloween decorating or crafts yet, you’re scrambling, just like me.
Honestly my best decorations for the current year are the ones I made the year before at the last minute. I hope I’m not making you think I’m a huge flake . . . I love Halloween crafts, I’m just never ready!
If you’re like me, it’s okay! Because I have your back with these Halloween candle holders. I’m going to help you get prepare with some spooky selections! Not only are these easy but they are budget friendly. Yep, lots of Dollar Tree supplies.
I find that, when decorating for the holidays, one thing that always sets the tone quite nicely is candles.
With it getting dark earlier each day, with gray skies and impending rain (at least here in the PNW), with everyone home and cozy . . . candle holders are a welcome decor item that everyone seems to love.
Not only are Halloween candle holders perfect for decor (indoor and out), but they are a must for any parties.
They also work for gifts as well! Bring your host or hostess one of these awesome candle holders to let them know you appreciate them.
I already gave you some ideas for Halloween lanterns, and you may see just a few of those crafts on this list. But most of them are new projects I want you to check out, perfect for holding either real or LED candles (whichever you prefer).
Take a peek through the list and let me know which ones you’ve tried, which are your favorite, and any other ideas you have for Halloween lighting you’d like me to know about. Meanwhile, enjoy the ideas below!
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Spooky Photos
These spooky Halloween candle holders made with vintage photos and Mod Podge are fun holiday decor – and you can make them in minutes!
It seems like it would be difficult to wrap a hand around a votive in a craft project – but it's not! Learn how to do it with cement and make it spooky.
Thrift-store glasses become centerpiece-ready with a coat of black spray paint. Choose textural goblets for the most detail, set them upside down to spray-paint, and use tape around the tops of some to keep the tops clear. Touch up any edges with a black permanent marker after the goblets dry and place your candles!
This Halloween candle holder reminds me of a tin can craft I did when I was young, but a lot more elegant! It's hard to believe this project started life as a paint can.
Learn how to decorate any glass votives with spider web Halloween tissue paper and Mod Podge! Make Halloween candle holders that glow in a matter of minutes.
Sparkly trim and feathers for Halloween? You wouldn't believe it would look this good, but I love these glam style candle holders with skulls. Perfect for a party!
Add some gothic romance to your Halloween decor with Mod Podge Stiffy and black lace around flameless candles. This is a fun and affordable craft for your Halloween party that will elevate the creepiness of your table decor.
If you're looking for an inexpensive option to decorate candle holders, think about sweater sleeves! Yep, this genius – it's also very close to free if you get the glass at the dollar store (you could use socks too!).
Light your dinner table with this pumpkin candle holder craft. Put your favorite candle in this hand-decorated jack o' lantern holder for a unique decor piece.
Transform thrift shop glasses into candleholders with a few simple steps. They are very easy to make with Halloween paper, some Mod Podge, and a little bit of paint.
Have you ever used cheesecloth and Mod Podge? You need to try a cheesecloth ghost – and at the same time, use the excess to make this cool mummified candle holder that looks like it's been around for hundreds of years.
I've seen plaster skulls at the craft store, but I was never quite sure what to do with them. This Halloween candle holder is a perfect idea! Honestly I might consider keeping this out all year.
Want to know my favorite part about these Halloween candle holders? All of the supplies are from the dollar store. This candy corn display is so easy to make.
I love these Halloween votives because of their awesome Gothic feel! Learn how to make them – you won't believe how easy it is. You just need some lace trim and needle/thread (you could also use a glue gun).
Dollar store craft ideas for Halloween are fun and affordable, especially when it’s a Frankenstein craft! With a little creativity, you can easily make this Frank votive holder to spookify your haunted house.
I don't think green gets used enough in Halloween crafts, which is why I love this Halloween candle holder! Yes, I particularly love the lime green combined with black and purple. These would be perfect for parties.
If you're looking for slightly more elegant Halloween candle holders, consider etching glass! It's very easy to do, and you can use any holiday shapes you like.
Do you own a hot glue gun? Head to the dollar store and get some candles or candle holders . . . then grab some plastic bugs . . . and get to work. If you are a beginning crafter but want some spooky decor, this idea is going to be perfect!
Raid your recycle bin, then grab some spray paint and vinyl to make these cute candle holders for Halloween! Pick the spooky designs of your choice like a crow and a black cat.
Simple is the way to go with this easy tutorial for spider web candle holders. After a quick trip to the dollar store and an even quicker date with a glue gun, you’ll be ready to enjoy the witching hour.
These wine glass candle holders are perfect for DIY Halloween decor or for your party centerpiece. They would be great for a pumpkin painting party right on the food table!
