Make it Mondays are brought to us by Creations by Ra-Re. Ra is a Kindergarten teacher by day and crafter by night.  Re is a pre-k teacher/bookkeeper/content curator and avid DIYer.  Their Store, Creations by Ra-Re, is a collection of unique hand-made collections. 

Children love to pretend it is their birthday. This will make a fun addition to any play kitchen.

Materials:

• Thick wood (2″-3″)
• Spray paint (Colors of your choice and primer)
• Drill (use a bit a little larger than the dowels you choose or the candle)
• Dowels for candles
• Wood biscuit for flames
• Sticker or decal for decorations
• Tray for cake

Steps:

1. Cut wood in a circle the size of your choice (sample is 8″)
2. Cut circle into four equal parts
3. Drill holes for candles
4. Cut dowels to desired length
5. Drill small hole on top of each candle
6. Cut down one end or biscuit to make a point to glue into candle
7. Paint all pieces with primer
8. Paint all pieces desired color
9. Decorate with decals or stickers

Love this project but don’t want to do it yourself?  Check out Creations by Ra-Re and see if it’s still available!