# Plaster Hand Candlesticks These DIY Candlesticks Make Perfect Halloween Centerpieces By Malika Renee Butss | Published 2015-10-28 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plaster-hand References: [honestlyyum](http://honestlyyum.com/14699/diy-plaster-hand-candlesticks/) DIY Plaster Hand Candlesticks are budget-friendly decorations which are easy to make and fun to create. These [spooky candlesticks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alma-mater) require minimal materials and the human hand. Using Alja Safe Alginate plaster, plastic pitchers, wooden dowels, a craft knife, black gouache and a paintbrush, crafters can easily fashion these [plaster hand candlesticks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reflet). Molding after a craft lovers own hand, these candle holders boast an authentic look which is sure to cause some cringe-worthy reactions from anyone laying their eyes on these pieces of decor. Painting the hands with black gouche gives them a [macabre and ghoulish appeal](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bong-candle) while painting them a color closer to the human skin tone is sure to strike fear in the hearts of guests. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.8/10 - Popularity: 86% | Activity: 81% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [DIY](https://www.trendhunter.com/diy) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **DIY Halloween Centerpieces:** Creating budget-friendly and unique Halloween centerpieces with DIY plaster hand candlesticks. - **Authentic Looking Decor:** Utilizing Alja Safe Alginate plaster to mold decorative items with an authentic and visually striking appearance. - **Macabre Home Decor:** Adding a macabre and ghoulish appeal to home decor with black gouache painted plaster hand candlesticks. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Arts and Crafts:** Crafters can explore creating DIY Halloween centerpieces using plaster hand candlesticks and unleash their creativity. - **Home Decor:** The home decor industry can capitalize on the demand for unique and visually striking decor items like plaster hand candlesticks. - **Holidays and Celebrations:** The Halloween season presents an opportunity for retailers to offer budget-friendly DIY decoration materials for customers to create their own spooky centerpieces. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Interestingly Shaped Candle Holders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/poise-candle-holder.md) - [Adorable Bee-Inspired Candlesticks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beeinspired-candlesticks.md) - [Spooky Candle Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/black-jar-candle.md) - [Striking Sculptural Candles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sculpture-candle.md) - [Playful DIY Incense Holders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/incense-holder-kit.md) - [Architectural Candle Holders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/core-candle-holder.md) - [Warm Ambient Candle Holders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reflet.md) - [DIY Monster Pops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/monster-pops.md) - [Plant-Based Wax Lighting](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/soft-solids-1.md)