While browsing the internet and watching a couple of random videos, I found this video tutorial by Hallmark Gold Crown Stores wherein Lauren and Nicole showed how to upcycle an empty bottle into a tiki torch in just a few simple steps. It immediately caught my attention because I have a couple of empty bottles that I’ve kept for a project that I might do but haven’t decided which one yet.
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They would be perfect for this easy and simple upcycled project idea and I bet they would look so beautiful when they’re done. You can display them indoors and you would surely be amazed by their wonderful smell, but you can also build them for outdoors if you want. For now, learn how to quickly make one of these beautiful citronella bottle tiki torches by reading the instructions below, and while you’re at it make sure to check out the video tutorial as well for more details.
Materials for DIY Citronella Bottle Torches:
- Empty bottle
- Fittings
- Torch wicks
- Clean Burn Citronella Tiki Torch Fuel
- Scissors
- Funnel
How to Upcycle a Bottle into a Tiki Torch:
Step 1
First off, find the perfect fitting for the opening of your bottle so that that wick doesn’t fall inside the bottle.
Step 2
Next, cut the wick to the right height, then carefully insert the end of the wick through the fitting, and cut off the excess wick if needed.
Step 3
Remove the wick, then replace it with a funnel, and pour in some tiki torch fuel unit desired amount. Put the wick back into the bottle and light it up.
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Easy DIY Citronella Bottle Tiki Torch Tutorial
