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DIY Fall Candle Centerpiece Easy Fall Decorating Idea

Craft a DIY fall candle centerpiece with a comforting fall candle scent recipe and steps to create a candle centerpiece for a coffee table! 

As I eagerly wait to bid farewell to the scorching summer sun and usher in the crisp embrace of autumn, I’m infusing our home with the cozy charm of the season ahead. And what better way to do that than by crafting your very own DIY Fall Candle Centerpiece? 

If you loved my simple fall leaf candle idea, you’ll also enjoy this easy fall centerpiece! It’s a simple, nature-inspired creation that looks beautiful, gracing your coffee table and radiating the fragrant, earthy scents of fall. 

Creating a candle centerpiece for your coffee table is not only a delightful fall DIY project but also a fantastic way to connect with nature. The best part? You can easily whip up this centerpiece using items you probably already have in your pantry or can discover on a stroll outdoors.

So, grab your apron or cozy sweater if autumn has already reached your home to craft your own DIY fall candle centerpiece. 

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How Do You Use A Candle As A Centerpiece?

In my book Creative Candle Made Simple, I shared a handful of ideas for using a candle as a centerpiece. There’s no denying that a candle’s soft, golden glow is comforting. No matter if you’re creating a candle centerpiece for a coffee table, sideboard, entry table, or kitchen island – guests are drawn to the warm, welcoming light, making every conversation and laughter-filled moment even more memorable.

How do you make a simple fall centerpiece? All it takes is surrounding a candle with humble treasures like cinnamon sticks, dried orange slices, delicate dried flowers, and charming seed pods. These natural elements can infuse a centerpiece with the essence of autumn.

Crafting this fall candle centerpiece goes beyond just aesthetics. It can act as a mindful practice, a reminder to slow down and savor the season’s simple pleasures. It’s a chance to celebrate nature’s bounty and create a cozy, inviting atmosphere for yourself and your loved ones.

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How Do You Create A Fragrant Fall Centerpiece?

The easiest way to create a fragrant fall candle centerpiece is to start with a fall-scented candle. I share twenty-five, yes 25, irresistible homemade fall candles you can make here. 

I also share a collection of comforting fall candle scent recipes to inspire your DIY candles. 

This printable fall candle mixing chart makes finding the perfect candle scent for autumn easy! Find it and countless more candle-making resources in the Simple Living Library.  

Oh, and if you need help figuring out how much fragrance to add to your candle – check out my quick candle fragrance calculator!

But that’s not all; just imagine the gentle flicker of candlelight dancing among fragrant cinnamon sticks, the subtle citrus notes wafting from dried orange slices, and the whimsical beauty of dried flowers and seed pods. Your home will look and feel like a warm, welcoming haven of fall.

Gather Supplies To Make A DIY Fall Candle Centerpiece

Once you have made your fall candle with the ideas or instructions below, it’s time to gather the supplies to create a centerpiece. The first thing we need is a base for the centerpiece. Wood slices, candle stands, dough bowls, or baskets are great options! I chose a beautiful hand-carved wood bowl. 

Next, open your pantry or spice cupboard to gather whole spices like nutmeg, star anise, and cinnamon sticks. And if you’re not up for drying oranges in the oven, you can grab a bag of dried orange slices.

Then, head out for a walk or grab your garden snips to collect dried seed pods or fall leaves. I added lotus pods and a single dried chrysanthemum. 

These simple yet impactful additions help bring the spirit of simple living to life, creating an assortment of autumnal delights that perfectly complement your candles’ warm glow.

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DIY Fall Scented Candle

Your DIY fall candle centerpiece isn’t just a source of light; it’s a vessel that captures the very essence of the season. The warm, flickering glow reflects the vibrant hues of fall foliage, creating a visual tapestry that celebrates nature’s artistry. 

But it’s the way the candle releases that perfect fall scent that I love most.  And the scent I chose captures the very essence of the season!

As perfect as a fall day, ginger, pear, apple, and bergamot aromas will make any space in your home smell like autumn. It’s an aroma that has me picturing a trip to the fall farmers market or spending the afternoon under the trees at the apple orchard. 

Follow my step-by-step instructions to make yours. However, if this is your first time making candles, you may want to check out our candle resource center or start with a beginner’s candle-making guide.

DIY Fall Candle Supplies

2 glass 11-ounce candle jars

1.27 pounds soy wax 

2 cotton wicks

20% = .30 ounces ginger

20% = .30 ounces pear

40% = .60 ounces apple

20% = .30 ounces bergamot

2 wick tabs

2 wick centering sticks (optional) 

How To Make A Fall Scented Candle

1. Cover your area or line a cookie sheet with parchment or wax paper. Press the tab on the bottom of a natural cotton wick into a wick sticker tab. Then, peel it off the sheet and place it centered inside each candle jar.  

2. Place a candle melting pitcher on a kitchen scale and tap the weight. Then, pour scoops of soy wax inside it until you reach 1.27 pounds. 

3. Now, place the melting pitcher with candle wax inside a saucepan filled with approximately 2 inches of water. Use the double boiler method to heat the wax on low up to 160°F.  Use a no-touch infrared thermometer to monitor the heat of the wax. Stir the wax slowly, yet often with a heat-resistant silicone spatula.

4. Once the wax has melted, allow it to cool to 150°F before adding 1 ½ ounces of the oils listed in the supplies to make a Fall Day scent. (Makesy’s Harvest and Clove oil is a great ready-made option with a sweet mix of apple, pear, cinnamon, and more.) Thoroughly incorporate the fragrance into the slowly stir for a constant 2 minutes. 

5. After incorporating the fragrance into the candle wax, monitor it until it cools to 115°F (if you’re using a different wax, refer to the temperature recommendation by the manufacturer). Warm the glass jars before pouring the wax for the perfect adhesion with a heat gun. 

6. Then, place an optional wick centering stick over each wick to help keep them straight during the curing process. After the candles have cured for 24 hours, flip the candle jars over and slip in your pressed flowers. Turn the candles back over and trim the wicks to ¼” with a wick trimmer. 

Wait three to seven days before lighting a candle for a strong scent. And why not wrap your candle with burlap lace ribbon before adding it to your fall centerpiece? 

PRINT THE CANDLE RECIPE

Each small item added to your candle centerpiece is a reminder of the simple joys that autumn brings—crisp air, the rustling of leaves, and the promise of holidays spent with loved ones.

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