Candle Lantern

 Candle lanterns are so popular and there are endless ways to decorate them. So, I thought, why not make one?

Instead of the posts being square with the base, I decided to angle them 45 degrees.

I went with the wood I had. The barn wood posts are 8 1/2" tall x 1" x 5/8". The cypress base is 6 9/16" x 5 5/8" x 3/4". The top piece consists of 2 pieces that are 3 11/16" x 1" x 3/4" and 2 pieces that are 6 9/16" x 1" x 3/4". After assembly, The Candle Lantern will be 10" tall.

To make the top piece, I arranged the pieces on top of the base to keep them square. Glue, clamp and let dry overnight.

A board was clamped to the table saw fence.

Each post was glued on one end, placed on the base and against the 'fence board' and nailed. Blue tape was placed on each corner of the base to show exactly where each post should be placed on a diagonal.

Glue was applied to the other end of each post and top piece was nailed on.

I used a dark brown Briwax finish, which is quick and easy. You could paint it any color to match your decor. I went with a flameless candle which is safer and less mess.

Now for the fun part, decorating! For Autumn and Thanksgiving!

Christmas decorating!

And you can just imagine a table centerpiece. I hope this project will give you a few ideas for your holiday decor. Have a great Holiday Season!