How we created a DIY tiki torch from a pair of snow skis ‣ MyFixitUpLife

Our local Habitat for Humanity ReStore has led us to making this unique DIY tiki torch from snow skis.

When Mark and I were asked, by our friends at Krylon, to make a DIY tiki torch, I knew the first place we had to look was at our local Habitat for Humanity ReStore.

With so many unique things there, it wasn’t long until I found the perfect materials for our project! It just so happened that I chose winter snow skis…

To see how we completed this project, click here.

‣ MyFixitUpLife 5_2016_MyFixitUpLife_Habitat ReStore_Krylon_Tiki Torch — This was Mark’s first time at a Habitat for Humanity ReStore. Looks like he was having fun!

‣ MyFixitUpLife 7_2016_MyFixitUpLife_Habitat ReStore_Krylon_Tiki Torch — You can find almost everything you need at Habitat ReStores. But thankfully we didn’t need that painting!

‣ MyFixitUpLife 6_2016_MyFixitUpLife_Habitat ReStore_Krylon_Tiki Torch — A chalice, glass vase and coaster make the top of this DIY tiki torch.

‣ MyFixitUpLife Hello Gloss Yellow! Krylon’s SuperMaxx paint quick dry time is super essential to finishing this in an afternoon. — Hello Gloss Yellow!
Krylon’s SuperMaxx paint quick dry time is super essential to finishing this in an afternoon.

‣ MyFixitUpLife 19_2016_MyFixitUpLife_Habitat ReStore_Krylon_Tiki Torch_Gorilla Glue — We used Gorilla Glue Construction Adhesive to hold the two skis together and form the post of the tiki torch.

‣ MyFixitUpLife 20__2016_MyFixitUpLife_Habitat ReStore_Krylon_Tiki Torch_Clamping skis — We used clamps to hold the skis together after apply Gorilla Glue Construction Adhesive.

‣ MyFixitUpLife 26_2016_MyFixitUpLife_Habitat ReStore_Krylon_Tiki Torch — It’s true, DIY projects really make me this happy!

‣ MyFixitUpLife Trim the wick to size. — Trim the wick to size.

Theresa

A handy designer and writer, she shares DIY projects, tool how-to, and home makeovers as a book author, home show speaker, DIY workshop coach, and radio host. Plus, she has a degree in journalism with a minor in architecture, and is a Certified Aging-in-Place Specialist (CAPs) and certified color consultant. She's created fast-paced makeovers for TV shows, and shares home trends and DIY tips as a freelance writer and guest on news shows and satellite media tours for TV and radio.

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