Squat mason jar or bowl 100% cotton cord or lamp wick Craft knife Scissors Cork Nail and hammer Olive oil Water (optional)
If you are using a sheet of cork, cut it into a small circle or square. It needs to be small enough to fit inside your jar, but large enough so that it won’t sink under the weight of the wick.
If you don’t have a jar, you can use a pretty glass bowl instead.
If you want to save on oil, use one part water and one part oil.
Squat mason jar 100% cotton cord or lamp wick Olive oil Scissors Floral wire Wire cutters
Avoid using plastic-coated, painted, copper, or zinc/galvanized wire. [2] X Research source Do not use scissors. Not only could you hurt yourself, but you’ll also dull the scissors.
Mason jar Mason jar lid 100% cotton cord or lamp wick Olive oil Hammer Screwdriver or nail Pliers (optional) Two blocks of wood Tape (optional) Metal washer or nut
You can also use a 100% cotton cord.
If you used tape, be sure to snip the taped part off once you have the wick through the nut and hole.
If you want something calming or relaxing, consider using lavender or vanilla. If you want something refreshing, consider using lemon, lime, or orange. If you like cool, fresh scents, you might like eucalyptus, mint, or rosemary.
Rosemary Thyme Lavender
For a nautical or beach-themed lamp, you can fill your jar with seashells and sea glass. For a festive lamp, try adding some cedar cuttings, holly berries, and small pine cones. For a more fragrant festive lamp, add in some pine sprigs and cinnamon sticks.
