While the lighting of the Chanukah candles has been a tradition for centuries, menorahs themselves are constantly being reinvented. Do an online search for “menorahs” and you’ll find literally hundreds of styles, from traditional to novelty. (One that’s getting a lot of attention this year is the Menorasaurus Rex, which is a menorah shaped like a dinosaur.) This DIY menorah made from a birch branch and copper is both rustic and modern, and its unconventional charm will be sure to brighten your Chanukah celebration.
What you’ll need:
- Birch branch, around 16 inches long
- 2 smaller birch branches, 4 inches long
- Nails
- Hammer
- Pen
- Drill
- 1/4-inch copper tubing
- Tubing cutter
- Multi-surface glue
- 5/16-inch washers
1. Attach feet to the wood branch
 You also can use a different type of tree branch. Once you’ve selected one that is fairly straight, determine which side of the long branch you want to be the top. It should be smooth, without too many knots. Then flip the branch upside down, and nail the two smaller birch branches perpendicularly onto the longer branch, about four inches from the ends. Make sure the nails are long enough to reach well into the bigger branch so it will hold them together. These smaller branches will be the feet of your menorah.</p>
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2. Mark the candle hole locations</p>
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