C&B vs. B&C

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So I do this every once in a while, look through cataolgs, find things I like, and ask "Can I make that?" I found these candle votive things in the Crate & Barrel magazine and thought I would try my hand at it.  The possibilities are endless for what you could punch out of the black canvas.  I may have to come back to this one later...


My version :)

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Crate & Barrel candle vases






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