Patriotic Yo-Yo Burlap Candle Wraps

Have you ever heard of yo-yos?  Not the kind kids play with but the fabric ones.  Today, I will show you just how easy they are to make!  Then, see how I used them to make these cute patriotic yo-yo burlap candle wraps.

Supplies needed to make your own yo-yo burlap candle wraps:

• Yo-Yo Makers –  Medium, Small and Extra Small
• Burlap Ribbon (6 inch wide and 2.5 inch wide)
• Candle Sleeves (6 inch and 3.5 inch)
• Battery Operated Tea Lights
• Fabric (you can use various bandannas)
• Hot Glue Gun

When you remove the yo-yo maker from the package, it will have a set of instructions.  They are super simple to follow and you will be making fabric yo-yos in no time.

Put the yo-yo maker onto your fabric (pinching the fabric in between).  Make sure the back of the fabric is facing correctly.

Next, cut around your fabric leaving a seam allowance.  See those lines on the yo-yo maker?  They have to line up with the “bumps” on the back piece.  This is listed as a common mistake on the instructions, so it even gives you tips on what typically goes wrong when making yo-yos.

Begin sewing according to the package directions.  The stitch is simple and you go all the way around the yo-yo maker.

This is the opposite side and you can see my stitches if you look closely in each of those holes.  As you stitch, you should always be inside of one of those holes.

Then, just unsnap the two pieces of the yo-yo maker and pull your string taught.  A couple of knots later, you have a yo-yo.  Simple right?  Just to give you an idea of the sizes, here’s all three sizes placed next to a ruler.

Now for the candle wrap itself – I used this great burlap ribbon.  The edges are finished so no need to worry about fray.

Wrap your ribbon around your candle sleeves and hot glue to secure in the back.  Add yo-yos to the front of the wrap, again with hot glue.  I used bandannas for a lot of my yo-yos, but I had some fabric scraps as well.  Get creative when making yo-yos, as each one does not require much fabric.

My great patriotic wrapped candles are now residing on a patriotic themed mantle in my home.  I love to celebrate America in the summer with a touch of Americana in my home decor.  Grab those yo-yo makers and burlap ribbon for your own candle wraps.  These can also easily be personalized for any season with different fabrics.

Are you creating any Memorial Day or 4th of July crafts this summer?

Angie Holden

Angie blogs at The Country Chic Cottage where you can find creative crafts, vintage finds, home decor, and DIY all with a little farmhouse flair. Angie has been blogging for over 2 years and is married with three kids. Stop by her blog where you will find everything from small, quick crafts to major furniture and home makeovers.