Jeweled Floating Candle Holder

1 min read September 13, 2026 Dawn Wade
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Getting ready for a DIY wedding? This wedding centerpiece idea with ribbon and jewels will accent any reception table beautifully while creating a glowing ambiance. Find many more budget-friendly wedding inspiration throughout the rest of our site!

Project Time
10 to 20 min
Difficulty
Beginner
Step
1

Start by wrapping the ⅝” satin ribbon around the glass cylinder candle holders to determine the length to encircle the vase. Once determined, cut 5 pieces of ivory ribbon to be this size.  Use hot glue to adhere the ribbon around the candle holders.

Jeweled Floating Candle Holder step 1
Step
2

Next, cut a lengths of rolled jewels to fit around the candle holders and hot glue them into place.

Jeweled Floating Candle Holder step 2 part 1
Jeweled Floating Candle Holder step 2 part 2
Step
3

Place a small pinch of diamond rhinestones into the bottom of each of the candle holders.

Jeweled Floating Candle Holder step 3
Step
4

Replace the small glass cup into the candle holder and insert a votive candle.  These candle holders look great as a centerpiece when you place them on top of an octagon shaped mirror.

Jeweled Floating Candle Holder step 4

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