Sure, you could buy another overpriced book-themed candle… but why not create your own soft-glow ambiance with a bookish twist? These fairy-light jars are perfect for patios, reading nooks, or summoning fictional characters to emotionally ruin you.
Materials:
- Jar (bonus points if it’s repurposed)
- Glass paint or chalk paint
- Painter’s tape, stencils, or printed book quotes
- Brushes
- Battery-operated fairy lights
- (Optional) Mod Podge or sealant
Instructions:
- Clean and dry your jar like it’s preparing for a plot twist.
- Use tape or stencils to block off sections, or hand-letter a favorite quote (Poe, Austen, or something spicy — your choice).
- Paint the rest of the jar in moody tones (black, deep violet, or dark green). Let dry, then add a second coat if needed.
- Once fully dry, remove tape/stencils and seal if desired.
- Drop in fairy lights and arrange them like you’re lighting the Restricted Section.
Now you’ve got your very own reading lantern — a soft, flickering light for those “just one more chapter” nights that inevitably last until 3 a.m. Tag me when you make yours, especially if it’s paired with your current read.