PVC Candle Build

**Push Eject** · 10-15-2008,11:33 AM

Thanks to Terra and Jimmyzdc I whipped out some pvc candles over the weekend.

Here are some pictures of my experience:

**Terra** · 10-15-2008,11:36 AM

Very nice

They look really good!

Did you drill a hole through the great stuff for the wiring? If so, how? I was thinking of doing that but didn't know how to do it.

**Push Eject** · 10-15-2008,11:41 AM

Originally Posted by Terra

Did you drill a hole through the great stuff for the wiring? If so, how?

Yes, after cutting the bulbous tops off with a knife I used a 5/8" spade bit to drill through the great stuff.

I don't feel mine came out as good as yours, Terra, however, because you obviously took time to make the silicone layer so nice and smoothly integrated with the hot melt glue drips. Having done a batch now I think I could get closer to your quality next time.

**Terra** · 10-15-2008,11:43 AM

Awww, you are sweet....

**Xpendable** · 10-15-2008,02:34 PM

Hey, this is way cool. Maybe I'll do this for next year!

**MsMeeple** · 10-16-2008,12:16 AM

Very nice work! They turned out great!

MsM

**Push Eject** · 10-17-2008,10:29 PM

After a couple requests for part info, I thought I should just post it:

You can buy SPT-1 wire on rolls at most home improvement stores. It's the 7amp lamp wire.

The bulbs, sockets and plugs are available here:
C7 Flicker Bulbs 2 pack
Action Lighting - C7 Sockets
Action Lighting - Vampire Plugs

Cheers!