Ingredients
Salt
Red and green or assorted colors dry tempera paint or liquid food color
Clear glass jars in assorted sizes
Wooden skewer
Candles in assorted sizes
Ribbon, if desired
Preparation
Divide salt into 3 equal parts. Mix 2 tablespoons dry tempera paint per 26-ounce container of salt in heavy plastic bag or large jar. Seal bag or cover jar and shake to mix evenly.
Using 2 or 3 colors of salt (including plain white), layer different colors in jar to within 1/2 inch of top. Push wooden skewer down inside edge of jar through layers of salt to create interesting design.
Insert candle into salt, nestling it deep enough for support but being careful not to disturb salt design. Tie ribbon around neck of jar.
