30-Second DIY Glitter Tea Light Decorations

If you need a way to add a little sparkle to your table or decor, try adding DIY glitter tea lights! These easy tea light decorations come together in just 30 seconds and look amazing.

I love using tea light candles in many different projects! They’re easy to use, and you have the choice to use real tea lights or battery-operated versions where the flickering light design mimics real candles.

In my book, no matter which kind you use, you just cannot go wrong with tea lights.

Their simple design is usually an advantage, too, because they look very elegant inside decorations like these Tea Light Candle Holders From Recycled Materials.

But sometimes, you want an easy way for your tea light decorations to add a little glam to your decor. And that’s my inspiration behind these fabulous glitter tea lights! You can complete one in seconds (with little to no mess), meaning you can decorate enough to light up an entire party in just minutes.

Add them to your wedding, reception, graduation party, or any other event.

How To Decorate Tea Light Candles

The simplistic design of tea lights is often one of their appealing qualities, but if you want to add some bling once in a while, here’s how to do it in a flash.

Note: The same process works with both regular tea lights and battery-operated versions.

Supplies Needed

Here’s what you’ll need to gather:

• Tea light candles
• Sparkle glitter tape
• Scissors

Yep, that is it! Those supplies are all it takes to be ready to do this craft!

DIY Tea Light Decorations Video Tutorial

Watch the video below, where I’ll show you how to make these great glitter tea lights in just 2 minutes.

DIY Glitter Tea Light Decorations Instructions

This craft literally couldn’t be any easier (unless a robot did it for you!) Grab the kids to help and follow these simple step-by-step instructions in case you can’t see the video.

Step 1: Cut Strips Of Glitter Tape

Cut the glitter tape to length – you want it to wrap around and slightly overlap.

Step 2: Apply Glitter Tape To Tea Light Candles

Next, remove the glitter tape backing and apply it carefully to your tea lights.

That is it. DONE!

DIY Tea Light Decorations FAQs

If you have questions about making these decorative tea lights, I have answers for you! Please leave your question for me in the comments if it’s not already answered below.

Will glitter tape make a huge glittery mess?

No! That’s the best part about making these tea light decorations. This glitter tape is virtually mess-free, so it won’t leave a glitter mess on your hands or work surface. Your guests will even thank you when they don’t go home with glitter on their faces (how does that always happen anyway?).

What can I use if I can’t find glitter tape?

If you can’t find glitter tape, I recommend using patterned (or glitter) scrapbooking paper and double-sided tape. You would just cut strips of the paper and use the double-sided tape to wrap it around and attach it to your tea light candles. This method will take more time, but it’s a good substitute if you absolutely need to use it.

How can I personalize this craft?

Glitter tape comes in a large variety of colors, so you can make your tea light decorations nearly any color you want. Or have even more fun and use multiple colors – even the entire rainbow!

Grab your glitter tape and tea lights and get started making your own elegant centerpiece today.

More Craft Ideas

If you love these easy tea light decorations, you’ll love these other simple craft projects too! Just follow the links below.

• DIY Solar Lights With Neon Paint
• Simple Fall Fairy Light Luminary
• DIY Lantern Project: Mason Jar Fairy Lights
• DIY Doily Candle Holders
• Marbling With Acrylic Paint On Candles

Glitter Tea Light Decorations

Make fabulous glitter tea lights in just seconds with little to no mess. Use your DIY tea light decorations to add sparkle to any event.

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Supplies

• Battery-operated tea lights
• Glitter tape

Instructions

• Cut strips of glitter tape long enough to wrap around a single tea light candle with a little bit of overlap.
• Remove the backing from the glitter tape and wrap the strip around a tea light. Press it firmly into place.
• Display your glittery tea light decorations!

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