Upcycle Thrifted Candle Holders into Chic Succulent Wall Planters

DIYers are turning thrifted metal wall medallions into living art by repurposing candle-holding cups to house succulent pots. By removing tealight glass holders and inserting mini terracotta pots, anyone can create a budget-friendly, customizable wall planter. For those without thrift finds, an iron medallion and pot holder rings cost under $60 combined.

To complete the project:

• Clean and sanitize decor with soapy water and bleach solution.


• Paint the medallion and pots to match your décor.


• Attach pot rings at alternating heights and fill terracotta pots with soil and succulents.


• Water pots in the sink to prevent drips and rotate for even growth.

Ryobi has expanded its USB Lithium lineup with a new cordless 4 V USB-C rechargeable Glue Gun Kit designed for craft rooms. The kit includes a 2 Ah battery, charging cable and three standard ½" glue sticks, offering longer runtime and faster reloads than the earlier mini-stick Glue Pen.

Key upgrades:

• Dual-temperature control for heat-sensitive or rapid-flow tasks


• Built-in wire stand and ergonomic squeeze trigger

Ryobi has yet to announce pricing or a release date for the Glue Gun; the Glue Pen retails at $49.43.

East Providence, R.I.—A nonprofit shop on 991 Waterman Ave is turning surplus—and often discarded—materials into a crafters' paradise. The Creative Reuse Center (CRC) rescues items from local landfills and offers them at a fraction of retail cost: thread for $2, paints for 50¢ and storage boxes starting at $1.

Open Saturdays and Sundays 12–4 p.m., and Tuesdays and Wednesdays 9 a.m.–1 p.m., CRC provides on-site tools—sewing machines, button makers and cutting devices—and hosts year-round workshops. Residents and teachers alike can donate yarn, fabric scraps, buttons and more, keeping supplies in circulation and out of the trash.