Looking for an easy Christmas craft to make and give? Try this candle and matches set…
This Christmas I had intended on being a little more crafty. I had grand hopes of making softies for everyone out of gloves and socks. I was going to make my mother and sisters cute little sock dolls that looked like them, and had little stories to accompany them… But alas that did not happen. I read the book, I made notes and then… well and then life happened. And ice happened, and sick kids happened, and it was just not meant to be. So instead I stuck to what I know best – paper. Here are few pictures of the one crafty thing I did manage to pull together for several family members and friends: A Quotable Candle/Matchbox Set…

Everyone got a different color set, best matching their home or decor or personalities, but everyone got the same 2 quotes – one for the candle, one for the box of matches.
I also used vintage buttons as accents on the candles…
And tore the edges of the quotes and some of the papers on the candles for a unique look.

All in all I was please with how each pair came out, especially considering how fast it all came together.
I think I am going to make some kits for these to go in my Lollishop for Valentines Day and Birthdays. Now that Christmas is over I need to get over there and get something fresh happening…
But not quite yet. I am still reveling in the post-Christmas calm that descends around my house after the big day. ..
What a fun idea! Love the whole package.>LuLu
These turned out great! Merry Christmas to you too friend. >>My craftiness consisted of ric rack on packages. Oh and they matched my new wall color, does that count?
Where does the time go! I was finishing the mini apron ornaments for favors the DAY of the Cookie Exchange party!>Blessings,>Lorilee
Very cute and very crafty!
I agree Jerusalem, its time to revel in post Christmas vibes for a little bit longer. And your candle and match boxs with quotes in very creative.>blessings,>starrydeborah
I love this idea!!!! Very cute- and functional too.
I love this idea!!!! Very cute- and functional too.
I love this idea!!!! Very cute- and functional too.
I love this idea!!!! Very cute- and functional too.
I love this idea!!!! Very cute- and functional too.
I love that – very cute idea!!!
cute very cute where do you get those plain glass pillar candles?? i would love to get some of those to paint on… plz!>kim>kymybee@aol.com
Fabulous gift idea! Rachaelxo