Decorating with Matches + A Video
If you’ve been following along for awhile now, you’ve probably caught onto one of my favorite styling tricks… decorating with matches. First of all, I’m a big fan of burning candles, so I can never have too many matches. The problem is ugly matchbooks and boxes scattered throughout the house. That’s when I got the idea to jazz it up a bit. Click through for my tips, tricks, some of my favorites on the market, a VIDEO tutorial, as well as a pretty funny story.Â
There are a few ways to decorate with matches….
- Buy matchbooks / boxes (that actually look nice)
- Invest in a match strike (can be spendy)
- Use everyday containers, vases, vessels, or trays (my favorite option)
I do own a match strike and it’s fine- as well as convenient, but it’s not my favorite vessel for matches. It’s not very big, doesn’t fit too many match sticks, and I’m constantly refilling it. My preference is to actually choose a container or tray that fits with my space.
If you also like that option, you’re probably wondering how to strike a match when they’re in an everyday container? I like to keep match strike strip in the container or nearby (tucked away in a drawer underneath).
Check out the video below for a closer look at how I style my home with these versatile, inexpensive, and functional accessories- as well as tips for trying it yourself!
Did all of that make sense? I’m new to video and this is one of the first I’ve ever done 100% on my own. I’m hoping to get better and share many more! All of this to say, subscribe to my YouTube channel if you enjoyed it because there’ll be plenty more design, decor, renovating, and DIY projects coming via video this year.
Funny story about matches and my Mom (yes, this could get weird). I hope you know that was a joke. Anyway- my Mom caught onto the fact that I was leaving matches scattered in containers throughout my house and she had a severe moment of panic. She called me up and said, “Sarah!! You have got to stop leaving exposed matches out!” Of course I’m wondering why and thinking she’s crazy. She proceeded to tell me my grandmother always told her mice would nibble the matches and start a fire if they weren’t safely contained in a matchbook.
I’ve done a lot of googling since that conversation, and I’m still leaving my matches out- if that tells you anything, but decorate at your own risk. Ha! She’s still not stoked that I didn’t listen, and now here I am posting about how much I love decorating with them. Number one- I’m hoping our exterminator would let us know if we have a mouse problem, and number two- can we ask MythBusters to test that one? I’m not convinced. Sorry Mom!
On a sidenote, I also collect vintage matchbooks (shown above). Apparently I have a thing for matches? I didn’t realize just how many I have floating around my house until I put together this post. I guess there could be worse things to collect?
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