Handmade Floating Candles: A Beautiful Gift Idea -

A decorative outdoor table setting features pink flowers, layered plates with gold accents, pink glasses, and a glass bowl with floating candles containing flower petals. Bright sunlight highlights the elegant, festive arrangement.

Supplies

Beeswax
Rose Petals or Seasonal Dried Flowers
Candle wicks and stabilizers
Tart Tins
Measuring cup
Wax Paper
Oven Mit or towel

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A flat lay of wax melts with dried rose petals, a sheet of Let Your Light Shine labels, a spool of white string, gold scissors, and two cut-out labels on a white marble surface.

Free Printable Gift Tag

To make these handmade floating candles extra special, I designed a coordinating free printable gift tag that makes packaging them for gifts quick and beautiful!

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A person holds a glass jar with a wooden lid and a tag that says Let Your Light Shine! Handmade floating candles. The jar is tied with a white ribbon and contains water and floating candles.

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Meet Stephanie

Hi, I’m Stephanie—a lifelong creative, homebody at heart, and the hands behind Returning Grace. I believe home should feel like your favorite place, and I’m passionate about helping you create spaces filled with warmth, character, and charm. From simple DIYs and seasonal crafts to cozy recipes and vintage-inspired decor, I share approachable ideas to make your home feel beautifully lived in. I love thrifting, styling old finds in fresh ways, and documenting our home remodeling adventures along the way.
 
I’m honored to have served as the 2024 American Farmhouse Style Brand Ambassador and to share my love for cottage farmhouse living with a community that values creativity, comfort, and meaningful design.

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