DESIGN BY MCKENNA PICKERING
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VALENTINES DAY TREATS Valentine’s Day DIY projects to try at home. By Abby Cox & McKenna Pickering Social Media Editor & A&E Editor
Materials
DIY CANDLE
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Candle Wax Mason Jar Wicks Scent/Essential Oil Hot Glue
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Paint Glitter Ribbon Double Boiler
Directions
STEP 1: Decorate the jar with paint, glitter or whatever you have handy. STEP 2: In a double boiler, melt and heat the wax until it reaches 180 degrees. STEP 3: While the wax is melting, use a hot glue gun to glue the wick to the bottom of the jar. STEP 4: Let the wax cool to 175 degrees, then add scented essential oil. STEP 5: Pour the wax into the jar while holding the wick upright. STEP 6: Let the candle cool for 24 hours.
DIY PICTURE BOX
Materials
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Wooden Box Glitter Paint Pictures
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Paper Ribbon
Directions
STEP 1: Decorate your box to your liking. STEP 2: Cut your paper in strips the same width as the box. STEP 3: Fold the strips accordion style, so a picture can fit on each side. STEP 4: Glue the pictures down the length of the paper on one side. STEP 5: Attach the ribbon to the back of the paper, leaving an inch or two excess at the top. STEP 6: Glue the bottom fold of the paper to the bottom of the box.
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