Southwestern Lights: Cornhusk Luminarias

WHAT YOU NEED: Cornhusks (for tamales), scissors, highball glasses, rubber bands, raffia ribbon, chilies or corn tassels, votive candles or tea lights.

Soak cornhusks 10 minutes. Cut 4 inches longer than the glass. Position vertically around the glass, extending 3 inches above the rim; secure with a rubber band. Bend tops at interesting angles; fold bottom 1-inch edge under the glass. Dry overnight. Cover rubber band with raffia, tying on chilies or corn tassels. Place a votive or tea light inside.