Are you like the majority of homeowners with a closet, drawer, shelf, or other storage area full of various candle jars – every imaginable shape, size, and fragrance? Usually they end up saved instead of thrown out either because you don’t want to waste that final centimeter of wax OR you don’t want to throw away a perfectly good jar and save it until you just might need it.

Upcycling is taking something that’s considered waste and repurposing it. The upcycled item often becomes more functional or beautiful than what it previously was.

If you love candles as much as we do, you probably have an expansive collection of burnt-up candles piling up in an obscure closet or corner of your home. Never fear - there's no need to waste them! Once you’ve fully enjoyed the warm glow and fragrance of your candles, you can re-purpose those jars you just can’t bring yourself to throw away in tons of fun ways. Here’s our list for the top five ways to reuse that cute candle jar!