Final step! Attach the flames by Doodling a small amount of plastic to each part and then pressing them together.
7 Ideas for a DIY Hanukkah Menorah
Valerie Ott is a home decor expert and writer with over 15 years of experience writing about interior decor, home accessories, crafting, and DIY projects. She is also the editorial director for JOANN Stores.
Updated on 11/09/22
The menorah is an important symbol throughout the eight-day observance of Hanukkah or the Festival of Lights in the Jewish religion. This centuries-long symbol has evolved; you can make one without effort or expense. There are many ways to make your own Hanukkah menorah by adding your unique style and personality.
What Is a Hanukkah Menorah?
In Judaism, there are two types of menorahs or candelabra—seven-branched and nine-branched. The nine-branched Hanukkah menorah, or hanukkiah, is used to celebrate the victory of the Jewish Maccabees over oppression and the miraculous light that stayed lit for eight days on a day’s worth of oil.
Before You Begin
To be kosher or proper according to Jewish custom, a taller candle is used for the shamash or “helper” candle in the middle of the menorah, or you can make the shamash lower than all the other candles. This helper candle is used to light the rest of the menorah.
A do-it-yourself menorah is a good option if you need a kid-friendly candelabra (minus the flames), live in a dormitory where candles are prohibited, or want a more modern look. These DIY menorahs are simple to make, and the process of creating one is a great way to honor the miracle of Hanukkah.
Tip
Check with your rabbi if your DIY menorah is kosher; some have strict guidelines. For example, electric menorahs may not be considered kosher, or olive oil fuel might be required vs. wax candles.
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Pillar Candle Menorah
This elegant contemporary menorah lined up on a fireplace mantel is a DIY menorah that makes a beautiful focal point. It utilizes inexpensive pillar candles, and candle holders found at a dollar store. Notice the candle holder in the middle is taller than all the rest.
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What You’ll Need
- 3Doodler Create+ Essentials Pen Set
- 3Doodler Create+ Filament
- 3Doodler Create+ DoodlePad
- Menorah Stencil
Doodle pieces as shown. Make sure you doodle enough pieces in the correct colors.
Doodle the arm pieces together as shown.
4 Connect the arms
Connect the arm pieces. Make sure to keep the ends of the arms level.
Step 4
My other daughter helped me. Put orange paint on your finger and put a fingerprint over each candle. Both the thumbs in the center are to be only one candle.
Step 5
Completed Handprint Hanukkah Menorah.
There you go…. you have your completed Hanukkah Menorah. What is really cool is that every Hanukkah Menorah will be different as every child’s handprint is different. So, make sure to let me know how your handprint Hanukkah Menorah turned out…. share a picture in the comments below. Now, go hang up your Handprint Hanukkah Menorah for all to see.
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