How to make a house tealight holder
These house tealight holders are a fun way to add a touch of winter magic and are easy to make with our free templates.

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These house tealight holders are sure to be your family’s next handmade heirloom. Decorated in seasonal style, one for Halloween and one for Christmas, they make a perfect addition to your seasonal traditions and can be used year after year.
Don’t worry if it looks too tricky, just download our free template for a quick and easy, yet super cute and fun paper craft project. All you need to do is choose papers that suit the occasion – we’ve gone for a spooky black and festive red and white combo – then decorate with seasonal embellishments such as cobwebs, spiders and delicate snowflakes. Don’t have any patterned paper and don’t want to venture out to the shops? We’ve got you covered! Take a look at our library of patterned papers – all free to download today!
These houses look great during the day but they’re even prettier at night, with their warm glow of light that’s perfect for your cosy night in!
Or, if you want to display you houses all year round, choose non-seasonal papers such as a timeless floral pattern.
You Will Need
- White card
- Patterned paper
- Stamps
- Dies
- Die-cutting machine
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For more papercraft projects check out these makes:
- Origami Fairy lights
- Owl gift box template
- DIY felt Christmas wreath
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- Free retro gift wrap patterned papers
- Free pine cone and poinsettia patterned papers
