WAYS TO RE-USE CONCRETE VESSEL.
Designed to live beyond the flame, your candle vessel was made to be repurposed.
1. Plant and Garden Use
Planters: Ideal for succulents, cacti, air plants, or herbs like basil and thyme. (It is recommended to drill a small hole at the bottom of the vessel for water drainage)
Propagation Station: Use them as small vessels to root plant cuttings in water.
Vases: Use them as minimalist bud vases for floral arrangements or single stems.
2. Home and Office Organization
Bathroom Storage: Keep your vanity tidy by storing Q-tips, cotton balls, makeup brushes, hair ties, or toothbrushes.
Desk Organizer: Use them as chic holders for pens, pencils, paper clips, scissors, or rubber bands.
Entryway Catch-all: Perfect for corralling keys, sunglasses, spare change, or jewelry.
Matchstick Holder: Add a strike strip to the side or under the lid to create a dedicated match-lighting station.
Sewing Kit: Store a pin cushion, measuring tape, and small spools of thread.
But first...Removing Wax from the Concrete Candle
Place your concrete jar in the freezer for at least 3–5 hours, though overnight is ideal for the best results.
Use a spoon or butter knife to gently poke at the center or edges of the wax. The frozen wax should crack and lift away from the container easily.
Pry the metal wick tab off the bottom with your spoon.
Dip a paper towel in rubbing alcohol to wipe away any remaining oily film.
Boiling Water: Avoid using the "boiling water" method for concrete jars; while popular for glass, the water can soak into the porous concrete and cause it to crack or retain moisture for long periods.