15: Jute Rope Wrapped Tealight Holders
Texture plays a massive role in cozy, minimalist interior design. You can wrap basic glass candle holders in rustic jute rope easily. This brings an earthy, grounded feel to your glowing festive lights.
The contrast between the rough jute and the delicate flame looks spectacular. These fit perfectly into modern Indian homes embracing organic materials. You can make a dozen of these in under an hour.
What you need
- Plain glass tealight holders or small glasses
- A roll of natural jute twine
- A hot glue gun and glue sticks
- Scissors
- Tealight candles
Step-by-step guide
- Clean the glass holders so the hot glue adheres properly.
- Apply a small dot of hot glue to the glass base.
- Press the end of the jute twine firmly into the glue.
- Wrap the twine tightly around the glass, adding glue occasionally.
- Cut the twine and glue the final end down securely.
Pointers
- Only wrap the bottom half of the glass to let light escape.
- Work quickly, as hot glue dries in seconds on cold glass.
- Add a small bead or charm to the final string end.
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