Elf Lights
A simple project that kids love and anyone can do is making "Elf
Lights," magickal fairy lamps for the lawn, grove or garden: All
you need are a few rocks and a candle!
To make an elf light, collect a pile of large, angular rocks. Almost
any shape will do as long as the stones are flat enough to stack.
Bricks or blocks can also be used, but natural stones will produce a
prettier result. Whatever you select must be large enough to
stack "log cabin" style by overlapping the ends, leaving gaps for
the light to shine through. You'll also need a couple of flat stones
for the base and the top. Flagstone is excellent for these uses, and
is also my first choice for the sides as well because it can be
stacked so easily.
Once you have gathered the raw material, begin by placing one flat
stone in the center upon which you will later set your candle, then
begin building a loose stone circle around it. When the first layer
is complete, continue upwards, stacking the next layer so the stones
overlap the ends of the previous layer. Generally, you'll want to
try to use the larger stones on the bottom and graduate to the
smaller ones at the top to build in stability, but there's no real
rules here as long as the finished project is stable enough to keep
from falling down when you're changing the candle, or is
accidentally brushed by a pants leg or skirt.
Finish your elf light by placing a candle inside, preferably in a
votive holder or other container that will contain melted wax and
offer some protection from breezes, then cap off your elf light with
a flagstone and enjoy the soft, warm glow they cast through the gaps
left in the sides.
These lights make beautiful garden or border decorations, and can be
constructed in minutes to mark trails or circle quarters. Because
they are made from natural materials on-site, they can be
constructed almost anywhere, then kicked apart and scattered again
when you're done with them. If you want them to be a permanent
addition to your landscape, the stones can also be fastened together
using masonry cement or Epoxy® putty found in almost any home
decorating store or hardware department.
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