Oh Nuts

I couldn't decide which picture I liked better so I decided to use both.

In case you missed it in the 7 Quick Takes Friday that I did this past week I mentioned that I am working on a blanket and that I would post pictures when I got the chance to do so and then share them when I did. Yesterday I was able to take several pictures so here they are :) And you can find the pattern that I am following here .

Several weeks ago I found this idea on Pinterest for making candles . All you need to make the candle, besides the obvious wick and holder, is white or off-white wax and crayons. While I was making five to give as gifts I took a couple pictures. Supplies: Pre-shredded white or off-white wax (it works better than shredding up a candle) Wicks Clear empty votive candle holders Crayons Popsicle sticks Dixie cups A microwave An old towel an Exacto knife To start out you have to take the wrappers off of the crayons and you can use an exacto knife to make it easier. After that you put some wax in dixie cup and melt it in the microwave so that you can make sure the bottom of the wick is secure in the candle holder. While that is hardening break up the crayon that you want on the bottom of the candle and melt it with a small handful of wax. Once it is melted use a popsicle stick to stir it together. You may need a little more wax to it. When I was making them I found t...