These free printable magical butterfly luminary candles (luminarias) are perfect for a little girl's fairy birthday, a boho summer evening, or a midsummer night's dream party!
A few weeks ago we tried to capture a little summer evening magic by making these butterfly luminaries in our garden. We had so much fun making our Christmas Village Luminaries and our Santa Sleigh and Reindeer Luminaries last Christmas that we wanted to make a summer version.
If you haven't made luminaries before, they are so easy and fun! They are great to make with kids too. My printable luminary candle versions are the easiest (and free) ones you will ever make! You can download these butterfly luminaries below.
Luminary Candles
Luminaries are traditionally lit with candles and that is what I have done here with mine. I used these votive candles in glass holders that I use for pretty much all of my tablescapes. When you use real candles, of course, you have to make sure you are keeping an eye on them for any safety or fire hazards. I haven't had a problem with them before, but it is always a good idea to supervise anytime you make them.
Another option that you don't have to keep an eye on, is battery operated candles. The ones that flicker and glow are the most realistic and can often create a very convincing "real candle" effect.
How to Make Luminaries
These luminaries are so easy to make.
- Simply download print the file on your color printer onto regular weight printer paper.
- Roll the paper around on itself.
- Tape into place
- Insert candle.
How to Use Luminaries
Luminary (luminarias) candles have so many uses! You can fill the center of a table with them for a beautiful tablescape or you can decorate your counter or table with them for holidays or special occasions. You could also line your porch or walkway with them for weddings or parties.
I love the magical ambiance they bring to an evening. As the sun goes down, they appear brighter and brighter until they are the main source of magical light. Luminaries bring a cozy warmth to any gathering.
You can print the free printable butterfly luminaries and use them to your heart's. delight. Just please remember that they are free for personal use only. They are not to be used in a commercial setting or sold in any way without prior written permission.
Free Printable Butterfly Luminaries
These free printable magical butterfly luminary candles (luminarias) are perfect for a little girl's fairy birthday, a boho summer evening, or a midsummer night's dream party!
Ingredients
- 6 pieces paper
- 1 roll tape
Instructions
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Download butterfly luminaries- linked in comments below.
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Print luminaries
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Roll and tape each luminary.
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Add candles and enjoy!
Recipe Notes
Click here to download the free printable butterfly luminaries. These are for personal use only.
As with using anything with fire, please supervise at all times.
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