simple summer diy: citrus candles


When life gives us lemons, many of us at least think of making lemonade. Some may make anything but on principle. When a friend mails Megan B. lemons, she polls the crowd for some lemony-fresh recipe ideas, and when life hands Martha Stewart lemons, she surely thinks of a million things she could bake with them, and when she’s done with her chosen recipe, she makes candles from the hollowed-out peels. Reminiscent of our favorite clementine candles, Martha’s version presents a more hands on project in just five steps. Like oranges better? Adjust the recipe accordingly or check out the orange peel candle tutorial at Mom in Madison. –Sarah C.




These would be gorgeous for a summer party!
Awesome! I had a boat load of lemons and made curry lentil soup with lemons and lemon blueberry muffins this weekend, but it didn’t make much of a dent in those lemons. Usually I just squeeze and freeze, but this will would be a great alternative. Can’t wait to check it out
Greta