I’m so in love with these Easter egg candles which I spotted in the April 2012 issue of Chatelaine magazine.

As much as I love decor, I have to admit that I’m not a huge fan of themed or seasonal decorations which can only be displayed for a few weeks each year and then take up precious closet space for the rest of the year.  So, besides their elegance, I love how these egg candles are so sweet and simple that they can easily be made from year to year.

Here’s how you make them:

1.   Melt shredded wax in a metal container over a double boiler.

2.   Pour melted wax into empty eggshells.

3.   After 3 to 5 minutes, when wax is partly set, insert a birthday candle.

4.   Place in eggs cups (or napkin rings as above).

The trickiest part is cracking the eggs near the tops, but after that you’re on your way.

Enjoy!

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