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

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

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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. 

2016 MyFixitUpLife DIY Tiki Torch Habitat for Humanity ReStore Krylon

How to make a tiki torch? Grab a pair of old skis and watch this.
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This was Marks first time at a Habitat for Humanity ReStore Looks like he was having fun
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You can find almost everything you need at Habitat ReStores But thankfully we didnt need that painting
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A chalice glass vase and coaster make the top of this DIY tiki torch
Hello Gloss Yellow Krylons SuperMaxx paint quick dry time is super essential to finishing this in an afternoon
Hello Gloss Yellow
Krylons SuperMaxx paint quick dry time is super essential to finishing this in an afternoon
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
20  2016 MyFixitUpLife Habitat ReStore Krylon Tiki Torch Clamping skis
We used clamps to hold the skis together after apply Gorilla Glue Construction Adhesive
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Its true DIY projects really make me this happy
Trim the wick to size
Trim the wick to size
And light
And light
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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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