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Dec 10, 2013

Christmas Peppermint Striped Candlesticks

Darling Peppermint Striped Christmas Candlesticks that are super easy to make, and perfect for your Christmas decor!

I really love the striped and polka dot pumpkins I made this fall, and I thought the stripes would be perfect for the peppermint theme, and to add to my Christmas decor. 

I made a set of three–a stripe, a plain white, and a plain red, then made them into candlesticks, by drilling a space for tea lights.  They’re so quick and easy to make. They were done in an afternoon, and that includes drying time!

Peppermint Striped Christmas Candlesticks

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SUPPLIES:

  • -4×4 post, cut into 3 pieces, 10 inches, 8 inches & 6 inches (or other desired sizes)
  • -Frog Tape
  • -Spray Paint
  • -Sander
  • -Drill
  • -1 1/2 inch spade bit 
  • OR 1 1/2 inch. Forstner bit
  • -Twine/Jute
  • –battery operated tea lights.

DIRECTIONS:

I used the same technique to make the stripes as I did with the pumpkins!

For the plain pumpkins, I like having the colors layered, so I painted the white post red first, then white, so when I sanded and distressed it, it would be white with red peeking through. The opposite would be for the red post.  I also painted the entire striped post red first, then added the tape for the stripes and painted white on top.  After the paint was dry, I used a sander to distress each piece.

I used a 1 1/2 inch spade bit (you can get them for as low as $6 as Home Depot) on my drill to create the opening for the tea lights. Sometimes a spade bit can be a bit tricky at that size–I used it because I had it–but a Forstner bit’s blade is designed a bit differently.

I have these on my kitchen table and LOVE them!  They would be darling for party centerpieces, and can be used indoors safely if you use battery operated tea lights.  They would also look cute on a mantel, entry table, window ledge, and probably anyplace.  ☺ I’m crazy about stripes, admittedly!!

Don’t forget to check out my new book, Simply Tradition: 70 Fun & Easy Holiday Ideas for Families.  It’s chock full of holiday traditions, ideas, and recipes for every family–and it makes a great gift!

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  1. capturing joy with kristen duke says

    Dec 10, 2013 at 8:38 am

    These are so cute and clever! Pinning!

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    • simply {kierste} says

      Dec 10, 2013 at 1:10 pm

      Thank you, Miss Kristen!!

      Reply
  2. Leigh Anne Wilkes says

    Dec 10, 2013 at 9:26 am

    Totally in love with these!! Pinned and shared on Facebook!

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    • simply {kierste} says

      Dec 10, 2013 at 1:08 pm

      Thanks so much, Leigh Anne!!!

      Reply
  3. Lolly Jane says

    Dec 10, 2013 at 10:00 am

    Seriously the cutest, girl!! Love these!

    Reply
    • simply {kierste} says

      Dec 10, 2013 at 1:08 pm

      Thank you, girls. :)

      Reply
  4. Mique says

    Dec 10, 2013 at 10:11 am

    I absolutely LOVE these Kierste. They are adorable!!

    Reply
    • simply {kierste} says

      Dec 10, 2013 at 1:07 pm

      Mique, thank you!!! xoxo

      Reply
  5. katie says

    Dec 10, 2013 at 10:26 am

    Cute, cute, CUTE!!!

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    • simply {kierste} says

      Dec 10, 2013 at 1:07 pm

      Thank you, Katie!!! For stopping by, and for your comment!!! xoxo

      Reply
  6. Mariel @ Or so she says... says

    Dec 10, 2013 at 3:32 pm

    These are awesome, Kierste! I love it. Pinned!

    Reply
    • simply {kierste} says

      Dec 12, 2013 at 10:44 am

      Thank you, Mariel!!! xo

      Reply
  7. Cookie 17 says

    Dec 10, 2013 at 4:07 pm

    Hi Kierste,these are really the BomB!! so cute I love your work all ways amazing….Thank Merry Christmas….

    Reply
    • simply {kierste} says

      Dec 12, 2013 at 10:43 am

      Thank you so much!!! Merry Christmas to YOU!! xo

      Reply
  8. Shelly says

    Dec 12, 2013 at 12:25 pm

    Such a great idea, I absolutely love these!

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    • simply {kierste} says

      Dec 12, 2013 at 11:03 pm

      Thank you so much, Shelly!!! Merry Christmas!!

      Reply
  9. Ingrid says

    Dec 13, 2013 at 8:39 pm

    Super cute!! I’m in love with the stripes!

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    • simply {kierste} says

      Dec 14, 2013 at 1:10 pm

      Thank you, Ingrid! I’m in love with stripes too!

      Reply
  10. Janet says

    Dec 16, 2013 at 5:25 pm

    These are super cute, thanks for sharing your fun idea!

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    • simply {kierste} says

      Dec 16, 2013 at 7:54 pm

      You are so welcome! Thanks for stopping by!!

      Reply
  11. gigitph says

    Dec 16, 2013 at 6:08 pm

    Love these…adorable!!!!
    making them… might make one set with chevrons… hmmm

    Reply
    • simply {kierste} says

      Dec 16, 2013 at 7:54 pm

      That would be adorable too!! Send me a pic if you do!!

      Reply
  12. Mand says

    Dec 22, 2013 at 8:03 pm

    These are really cute. What kind of spray paint did you use and how did you distress them? Could you use acrylic paint? Can you do the distressing with sand paper or do you need a power sander? Did you put some kind of finish on them after all was done?

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    • simply {kierste} says

      Dec 24, 2013 at 8:55 am

      Thank you! I used Krylon’s Cherry Red spray paint, and Rustoleum’s white spray paint. I used a power sander to distress them, which is infinitely easier and faster, but you could definitely use sandpaper. I would use a medium grit. I didn’t use any kind of finish, because they don’t get any wear or tear. Good luck!!! xo

      Reply
  13. Sharon says

    May 18, 2014 at 11:39 am

    Would you be able to use normal tlights or just the battery ones.

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    • Simply Kierste says

      May 18, 2014 at 4:10 pm

      I just used the battery-operated ones, so I could use them safely in the house, and not worry about fire.

      Reply
  14. Christina Olvera says

    Nov 2, 2014 at 10:51 am

    Hi Kierste,
    I am going to do a Holiday Craft party and would like permission to make your candlesticks! My friends have seen them and want to make them :)

    Christina

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    • Simply Kierste says

      Nov 3, 2014 at 11:00 am

      Of course!!! I’d love to see pics when you’re done!!! xoxo

      Reply
  15. Christina Olvera says

    Nov 2, 2014 at 10:51 am

    and, we love them!

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    • Simply Kierste says

      Nov 3, 2014 at 11:01 am

      I’m so glad!!! :)

      Reply
  16. Katie says

    Nov 6, 2014 at 2:20 pm

    These are so darling they’ve inspired a girls night craft night with my besties!!! Thank you for sharing your creativity!

    Reply
    • Simply Kierste says

      Nov 6, 2014 at 9:33 pm

      These are the perfect craft night project! Have SO much fun with your besties!

      Reply
  17. Emily says

    Nov 7, 2014 at 11:00 pm

    Super duper adorable!

    Reply
  18. Laura says

    Nov 17, 2014 at 2:42 pm

    Could I use acrylic paint on these? I am making them this week yay!

    Reply
    • Simply Kierste says

      Nov 18, 2014 at 12:02 pm

      Yes, you can! You will probably need more than one coat for good coverage, so plan accordingly, but it will work! Have so much fun!!!

      Reply
  19. jennifer says

    Nov 19, 2014 at 4:53 pm

    I love all your crafts! I’ve made the 4×4 pumpkins and now I’m about to finish these peppermint candle sticks! I can’t wait for the 4th of July flag 4×4’s! They are all super easy and super cute! Thanks Kierste!

    Reply
    • Simply Kierste says

      Nov 20, 2014 at 11:18 pm

      You are so welcome! I have to say, they are some of my most favorite crafts too!!! xoxo

      Reply
      • Sherri says

        Nov 15, 2018 at 3:53 pm

        Iam making these candles how do I get the circle wood out I really hope someone reply
        Thanks

        Reply
        • Simply Kierste Design Co. says

          Nov 15, 2018 at 6:35 pm

          Hi, Sherri! I used a router to take out the circle on the top–I explain more about it in the post!

          Reply
  20. Jodi says

    Nov 24, 2014 at 12:00 am

    Could you please tell me what kind of wood your posts were that you used. Thanks so much, love your stuff!

    Reply
    • Simply Kierste says

      Nov 25, 2014 at 4:02 pm

      I used untreated 4×4 posts!!! Thanks so much for reading!!! xoxo

      Reply
  21. Christina says

    Nov 30, 2014 at 1:59 pm

    I’m making these today with 25 friends! Can’t wait to share the photos with you!

    Reply
    • Simply Kierste says

      Nov 30, 2014 at 3:19 pm

      Oh my goodness, how fun!!! Can’t wait to see them!

      Reply
  22. mEgan sucher says

    Dec 1, 2014 at 9:35 am

    These are so darling! I made the pumpkins with some friends this fall. We loved them so much, we are making these! Just a question. Could we use acrylic paint instead? I’m worried it is to cold for spray paint. Thanks!

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    • Simply Kierste says

      Dec 1, 2014 at 9:57 am

      Yes, you can definitely use acrylic paint! You may need an extra coat, so plan accordingly, but it will totally work. Enjoy!!

      Reply
  23. Jill says

    Dec 9, 2014 at 6:56 am

    These are adorable, have been looking for some stylish but easy to make Christmas decorations and these are perfect!

    Reply
    • Simply Kierste says

      Dec 9, 2014 at 7:00 pm

      So glad you love them too! Thanks so much for stopping by!! xoxo

      Reply
  24. Deb says

    Nov 17, 2015 at 4:06 pm

    Love these! Making them tomorrow for my daughter for Christmas! Can you tell me the names of the fonts you used for “peppermint Striped Candlesticks” please?

    Reply
    • Simply Kierste says

      Nov 17, 2015 at 7:08 pm

      Sure! peppermint= Sacramento; striped= Ostrich sans inline; candlesticks= Ecuyerdax

      Reply
  25. Karen says

    Dec 3, 2015 at 12:29 am

    Beautiful! I’m making these for my Ward Christmas Party Centerpieces!! So excited!! Did you use paint or spray paint?

    Reply
    • Karen says

      Dec 3, 2015 at 12:33 am

      Oooopss…I just ready the comments and there is the answer! Thanks Kierste!

      Reply
    • Simply Kierste says

      Dec 3, 2015 at 10:20 pm

      Glad you found the answer! These will be perfect as centerpieces!!! xoxo

      Reply
  26. Cyndi Troutt says

    Dec 11, 2016 at 12:53 pm

    These are so cute

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    • Simply Kierste Design Co. says

      Dec 12, 2016 at 10:07 am

      Thank you so much, Cyndi!! xoxo

      Reply
  27. Deborah says

    Nov 7, 2017 at 8:39 am

    Having lots of trouble trying to make the candle hole in the top. Looks all chewed up and not smooth like photo. Any tips?

    Reply
    • Simply Kierste Design Co. says

      Nov 8, 2017 at 10:04 am

      Sometimes a spade bit in this size can be a little tricky. You can also try a Forstner bit (amazon affiliate link: http://amzn.to/2yHKdjy, and you could try Home Depot too), the design of the blade is different and thus should remedy the issue. Good luck!!!

      Reply
  28. Nicole says

    Oct 12, 2018 at 10:43 am

    Hi there! I made these and mine look much more rustic than yours, I don’t know why. I sanded the wood prior to painting, used acrylic paint and masking tape but the paint still
    Bleed through so the lines are not perfectly straight. Then I sanded with a sanding block but it didn’t give enough of a rustic effect so then I did a sanding belt but not they look too warn out lol.
    Not sure if I can some how send you a photo of mine and maybe you have a suggestion to get them looking more perfectly rustic? Lol

    Reply
    • Simply Kierste Design Co. says

      Oct 16, 2018 at 4:48 pm

      Sure! Send me a photo to simplykierste@yahoo.com!

      Reply

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