A primitive candle holder I made....

This is a great little project. One, it's super easy and 2, it has a lot of character and depth to it.

It's a killer project for beginning woodworkers. It introduces an element of art to your builds. So let's take you through the steps. You may want to watch the short video above to get a feel for this.

Tools

Tape measure
pencil
speed square
jig saw
Clamps
fostner bit
drill
angle grinder
4-1/2 In. Carbide Cup Wheel
Torch
spray lacquer

Materials

2x4 scraps
Dowel
Candle

Step 1: Cut the Scrap

Take a 2x4 scrap and cut it evenly in half, using your jig saw.

Now you have two equal 2x4s...I hope, but I'm not too confidant you did it right,,,we'll see.

By the way, you can cut them on an angle if you want the top to be a little crazy looking.

Just keep one side of the 2x4 scraps flush, so they sit on a table, nice and smooth. (see pictures)

Step 2: Spread and Sandwich

Ok, next, take the two 2x4s and add some glue to one side of each piece.

Spread that glue around and sandwich the two together.

Add your clamps and let that sucker dry. (see pictures)

Step 3: Drill That Hole

Use a Fostner bit the size of the candle you want to stick up in there. More on that later...

ok, use the speed square to find the center for the 'block' up top.

Mark your cross hairs and drill down in there.

You now have a place to stick it when the project is done. (see pictures)

Step 4: Grind It Baby

Take your grinder and cup wheel. Go to town on it.

This is where you get creative. Mangle the wood.

Start off slow and work up to the level of rustic you want. Do this for all sides. Be very careful, a grinder can mess your mojo up real bad.

So, maybe consider using a vise or clamp. Don't be foolish like my uncle Boris. He can't use chop sticks anymore (see pictures)

Step 5: Prepare Your Rod

Ok, get the dowel you want to use for the handle.

I hope you have a Fostner bit that is the same size as that dowel. You'll need it. More on that in a bit..but I think you got this, I think...but I could be wrong.

Take your speed square and draw out an angle you'd like your dowel handle to be. then cut that dowel to size using your jig saw, or any saw for that matter. Let's move on cause I'm losing patience here..try and focus...