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Outdoor Christmas Candle Planter

November 28, 2012 · By Diane Henkler · 17 Comments

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How to make an outdoor Christmas candle planter for porches and entryways.

Yesterday – we woke up to a surprise here in Pennsylvania – it was snowing – not just a dusting, but a few inches.  When I looked out my front door it reminded me of this Christmas card.  Everything was white, a bit grey, and glistening.

Red-and-Green-Christmas-card

It got me to thinking – perfect photo-op for one of the projects I had planned on posting over the next few weeks.

I could not let the scene pass me by, so I got out of my pj’s and got all bundled up to go outside in the snow and cold to transform the empty planter on my front step into something a bit more festive for the season – a Christmas candle planter.

Easy Outdoor-Holiday Decorations

Nothing is prettier than candles in the snow.

Winter-Outdoor Decorating-Idea

I simply stuck a glass hurricane I had picked up at the thrift store for $1.90 and a candle on top of the dirt that was still in the planter.

Outdoor-Christmas-Candle Planter-

I then cut a few sprigs of boxwood from my yard and poked them into the dirt and snow.  To make it even easier to create – place a wreath over the hurricane instead of taking the time to cut boxwood or pine.

Outdoor-Christmas-Candle-Pl

No power tools or DIY skills needed.  It took me about 10 minutes. The only thing I will remember next time – wear gloves with the finger tips cut off.   Easier when working on detailed things out in the freezing cold.

I am a big fan of using candles especially around the holidays – all types and lots of them.  I have posted about a few of them – my favorite are Kosta Boda snowballs that I line up on my window sill every Christmas.  You can read about them here – My Favorite Christmas Decoration.  Most recently over at Momtastic – I showed how I made candle holders by repurposing tin cans. You can find the post here – DIY Rustic Candleholders.

Last year I used green candles that I bought at the Pottery Barn outlet. They look beautiful with a mirror that I made over and silver accents.  Do you use candles to decorate your house for the holidays?  What colors and types do you use?

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  1. Rosemary Ford says

    02/01/2013 at 5:25 pm

    I have hurricane lamps for this project but was wondering if the glass would break during the winter months. They would be left in an urn on a covered porch.

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  2. [email protected] says

    12/13/2012 at 8:49 am

    Lovely idea and well worth the frozen fingers.
    Merry Christmas to you and your family!

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  3. Organized Living Essentials says

    12/03/2012 at 10:29 pm

    What a simple and delightful idea! I am so inspired and so love your blog. Keep up the great work!

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  4. [email protected] says

    12/03/2012 at 2:37 pm

    Love the simplicity of what you did, but also the big impact it gives!

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  5. Debra says

    12/01/2012 at 3:31 pm

    What a great idea! I have the exact same hurricane plus a red candle to fit. Thanks for the inspirations!

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  6. Beth says

    11/29/2012 at 11:12 am

    LOVE! I am so going to do this in my planters…but it makes me wonder whether or not the hurricane glass can handle the cold temperate…do you worry if it will break?

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  7. Runt says

    11/29/2012 at 8:27 am

    I love using candles year round! I love the ambiance they give. I really like scented ones (as long as they smell good, duh!) but I just like the light sometimes too.

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  8. Marilyn says

    11/28/2012 at 11:18 pm

    I love this idea! You have a unique blog and I love you inspiring ideas. Thank You!!

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  9. laurie says

    11/28/2012 at 11:01 pm

    What a great idea, Diane! Love it! :)

    xoxo laurie

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  10. Katharine from Kat's Almost Purrfect World says

    11/28/2012 at 10:52 pm

    During Christmas I used red pillars with wreaths. Long white tapers with little candle rings from Sweden and Arts and Crafts stores. Then I used small white candles, that are made to use on Angel Chimes. I used them on little red ornaments from my Mormor (Mother’s mom in Swedish). I need to take pictures to share. Your picture makes me almost wish I had snow. Your simple arrangement is so pretty.

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  11. Rose says

    11/28/2012 at 9:08 pm

    Diane that is SO PRETTY and simple, I love it! I might have to do that with an urn I have.
    I saw something else that I plan on doing to if I get around to it. You use half gallon pickle jars or gallon ones which I have several of. They tied some pretty white lace around the top edge and put some hay string around it and tied it. Then a little white sand with a candle in the bottom of it. So simple but yet so pretty! I think they used votive candles in theirs. LOVE yours!!!

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  12. Linda Southworth says

    11/28/2012 at 6:51 pm

    Nice! I love candles too and try to work them in where I can. I like this outdoor option. I am looking forward to more of your Christmas decorating ideas. I agree with the post from Michelle who is new to the blog. I have gone through everything too and just so appreciate all the ideas that are not over the top expensive or complicated.

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  13. Suzan says

    11/28/2012 at 3:59 pm

    I love candles all the time but most especially during the holidays. I tend to favor deep green and rich reds but not “Christmassy” red and green. I think my favorite scent of all time is Balsam Fir from Yankee Candle. It smells like Christmas to me! I love your idea of using the hurricane, candle and a wreath in the planter. I have a large planter in which I grow lavender. Now that the growing season is long over, I am thinking that your idea will look fabulous on my porch. Thanks for another great idea!!

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  14. Michelle says

    11/28/2012 at 3:27 pm

    I just discovered your site yesterday and I can’t stop reading it. I became an instant fan! Your blog is the most practical and inspiring DIY website I’ve ever read; everything looks doable and affordable. I can’t wait to get started on a few of these projects. Thanks so much for taking the time to share your projects and tips!

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