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That's why Tove these DIY slow-cooker candles. Not only do they take the guesswork and the mess out of making your ovn candles, but you ean literally walk away and let your slow cooker do all the hard work. Then once the wax is melted, go ahead and ac your colors, herbs, and essential ols erect tothe individual Jars. You're left with beautifia, llenatural candles — with none of the mess. “These candles are made with nontoxic soy wax and 100 percent cotton wicks so you don’t have to worry about creating tosic furnes when you buen them, Fora fresh, subtle scent, use esential cil ike cedar, peppermint, and lavender to fil your home with holiday cheer: Yom Wl Veed. # Mason jars: 4 oz. (10) 4 Ibs. soy wax flakes Slow cooker Essential oils Knife/Chopstick (optional) Twine (optional) Tape (optional) Wooden clothespin (optional) Cotton wicks: (10) Scissors/Wick trimmer Fresh herbs Ribbon (optional) Gift tage: small (optional) Te Woke ‘Start by filling the mason jars to the top with wax flakes. Place the jars in the bottom of an empty sl ud oh een Wate aul sf veces Seat MS a side Place the lid onthe show cooker a set the temperotare to high. vwilowandagecom | the candle issueAfter to hours, the wax will have melted down to about half the volume of when you started, 80 go-ahead and add more was, and sti, Then place the lid back on the slow cooker and let sit for ‘another hour: (Once all the wax has melted, remove the jars from the slow cooker and let sit at room temperature for 10 minutes. Addl the essential oils. When the wax just starts to set, insert the wicks you may need to use a knife or chopstick to make a hole in the way). To keep the wick upright ile of the jar with, tape. You can also insert the wick through the hole in the center of a wooden clothespin, and then rest it on top of the upper rim of the jar while the wax sets, \while the wax cools, te a piece of twine around the wiek and secure it to eith Let the candles cool for several hours before trimming the wicks, putting on the lid, andl decorating with twine and fresh herbs. For a last-minute Christmas gift, stack two or three candles together and secure with a pretty ribbon and a small gift tag ‘Stephani Poli # designer and photographer based in Rictmnand, Vegi. Whan she's not designing stationery for hor company Pekin Paper Company (pikinpapercompany.com) you can hd har coming up with Realty cis, pa tutors, ond green-cleaning ideas forthe blog Hote Glow Peloalow:co; ne en aesFor those who are looking for interesting ways to use up lefiover paper may be the answer for you, I's quick and easy to make, and the end result is nothing short of stunning: the wax gives normal paper an aged and antique look, and the smell is heavenly! Use this beeswa paper to package bars of soap or wrap special gif Mele beewax in a small melt pot or slow cooker. You can use a block of beeswax or pellets, Place paper on your work surface Once melted, dip a paintbrush into the wax; lightly paint the wax onto the paper: Let the wax harden, and then turn it over and paint the backside. willowandsage.com |* If you don't work on a nonstick surface, the paper may be hard to remove. While experimenting, | used a chalkboard to work on, and the paper stuck to the board. To remove it, I'slid a thin spatula under the paper to loosen. it. It mostly worked, and the slight tearing that occurred created a really coo! distressed edge! ‘Ghistan Hammons is crectr of pubshing for Stamongton & Compan. ‘Sho ives m Orange, Calorie, with ner husband, two saesy cat, and fone seauty 20g willowandeage.comoe cae bowt OUTDOOR CANDLES BY KRISTY DOUBET HAARE This recipe came about with plans to share a seasonal farm-to-table meal alfresco. Is there anything more satisfying than sharing a meal with friends and family outdoors under the stars? Asif fresh skin isn’t enough to draw the mosquitoes in, the aromas of such a meal call to more biting insects, With the questionable ingredients in most bug sprays, Liurned to a natural bug repellent, Citronella essential oil is most commonly used as an insect repellent and is particularly effective at keeping away mosquitoes. It is obtained from the leaves and stems of a particular species of lemongrass, ymbopogon, and has a rich, crisp lemony aroma, ‘These citronella lemon bowl outdoor candles combine insect-repelling essential oils and herbs into hollowed out lemons, creating a beautiful centerpiece or small arrangements on outdoor tables. Make an extra dozen to send home with guests for an evening they won't soon forget ow. WL Thek 3 lemons # Metal candie-pouring pitcher Paring knife # Whisk Spoon # Thermometer 6 wooden wicks # 4 drops lemongrass essential oil Scissors # 8 drops citronelia essential oil Pot: large # % tsp. dried lemon balm 14 02. soy wax flakes Je Make Slice each lemon in haf and carefully hollow out with a paring knife and spoon to ereate lemon bowls, Cut wooden wicks to size for each lemon bow and set aside. Filla lage pot with about 2 inches of water and place it on the stave to eat, Place soy wax flakes in a metal candle-pouring pitcher and st inside the large pot. Whisk often and heat until melted. Remove from heat immediately to keep the wax from getting too hot. While cooling, spoon a small amount of melted was into the center of a prepared lemon bow. Pace a wooclen wick into the hot wax and hold until stable fabout 10 seconds). Repeat for each lemon bowl, Let the wax cool to 120-125 degrees Fahrenheit, Then, adld the essential oils to the melted wax in the candle-pouring pitcher: Slowly switl or quickly whisk to blend the essential oils with the canelle wax. Next, carefully pour the wax into each lemon bowl, being careful to avoid the top of the wooden wicks. Top each candle with % teaspoon of lemon balm before the wax cools Let stand 30 minutes to an hour or until the wax harelens and turns white, ‘sty Doubet Haare is @best-seing author and writer Se teaches readers to create organic skincare, household Cleaners, and more. Her website, Heivelcton com, caters to those wih a green ifetye. Find har newest book. "Nourishing Nature: Beauty Recipes rom the Garden (CreateSpace, 2018), at Barnes & Nable ora retailer near you. tcc teersaEPrerwed Herb CANDLES BY RACHEL BEYER ove growing fresh herbs in my urban garden and finding creative ‘ways to harvest and use them each year: One of my favorite hhandmacle projects is pressing young herb sprigs to make decorative ‘neeswax candles to give as gifs to friends and family: Lavender is one of my absolute favorite herbs to grav: Love its soothing and calming benefits, wonderful floral scent, and beautiful purple flowers. Because it grows abundantly in my backyard each year, I chose to feature it in this project. You ean use any herb you Tike, but recommend using young herb stems that ean be pressed as flat as possible; this will ensure they stay against the glass and won't ignite from the flame of the candle Ya Will Need YIELDS 2 CANDLES # Fresh herb sprigs: 4 Glass jars lavender & mint 4 #2 medium cotton # Heavy books/ wick & metal wick tabs Wooden press 4 Pliers # Scissors 4 Glue dots # 1% blocks white 4 Clothespin i tei # Essential oil (optional) Pot 4 Graft sticks # Metal pitcher/Tincan 4 Raffia # Old paintbrush Te take Harvest young, thin-temmied sprig of fresh herbs from your garden, Press them between heavy books oa wooden press frome week, unt they become very dry ad lat. Gut your presed herb othe Daerah of Sepa: Mek ee Meee y Cotto boiler sng a por with 1-2 inches of watr anda metal pitcher or tn can, Place the wax into the pitcher or can and melt completly. © vwillowandhagecom | che candle issueWhile the wax is melting, carefully dip each sprig into the wax and use an old paintbrush to place them against the inside of a glass jar: You ean dip the paintbrush into the wax and paint over the herbs to hold them in place. Bear in mind that the pressed herbs won't stay completely in place ‘when you pour the wax into the jar, but this will help them stay toward the outer edges. ‘Gur the wick to size and use pliers to attach the metal wiek tab. Apply a glue dot to the bottom, and place into the center of the jar, Use a elothespin to hold the wick in place and keep it centered Once the wax is completely melted, remove a craft stick. (I used Lavandin Groso, a cross between true lavender and spike lavender} Pour ‘melted swax into each prepared jar andl let dry. To finish, trim the wiek, and it’s ready to enjoy! ‘strand of raflia around the rim of each jar for added decoration and simple gifting fiom heat, Stir in essent oil, if desived, using ‘Rachel Bayer © an artist desoner, autho, and creative maker ving in Porta, Oregon. More of her work can be seen at rachelbeyercom and on her creativ biog, adventures-r-making.com. You can Folow her latest creative entire on Instagram (rachalbeyer), (advanturesnmakingl Se walcomes ema at inttrachelbeyer com. the candle issue | 20197 Fragrance Blends TO PERSONALIZE HOMEMADE CANDLES Essential oil fragrance blends help customize your candles and bring a delicious - scent to your home. From relaxing to rejuvenating, here are some of our favorite blend options for small candles. If you desire to use these blends in larger candles adjust amounts as needed. Burn these throughout the day and feel your stress melt away. Fruit & Floral Subtle Calm Spiced-Up Energizer # 10 drops rosewood 4 drops patchouli # 12 drops cypress 1 drop vetiver # 3. drops cinnamon # 8 drops grapefruit #1 drop ylang ylang #1 3 drops sweet orange #5 drops geranium #4 drop cinnamon Cold. & Flu Buster Winter Evergreen Minty Fresh #15 drops peppermint #12 drops cinnamon #18 drops peppermint #15 crops eucalyptus 4 drops orange # 6 drops ylang ylang # 5 drops spruce Into the Woods \ 10 crops sandalwood #5 drops lavender 1 3 drops cedarwood # 2 drops clove oil #1 drop ylang-ylangWINTER BALSAM Holday a Getting our place spiffed up for the holidays not only means putting up the tree and hanging stockings, it means making sure it smells like the holidays too. There's something about the clean ‘yer still fetive scent of winter balsam trees that I've been craving as the weather turns cold. [kept ‘meaning to pick up a winter balsam essential oil candle, which, of course, I spaced! on, so finally 1 decided just to make one. L went with soy wax instead of heeswax because the wax is white, which, wanted for this candle, and itis way easier to clean up in your kitchen than beeswax — seriously, way easier The candle’s scent is mostly pine needle with orange added for sweetness and Wyndmere's Forest Retreat Synergistic Blend added to give depth and complexity: When picking out your ‘esential oils, make sure to use pure essential oils and not essential ils diluted with a carrier ol, ‘They're a bit more expensive, but the scent is much more potent and just all around better quality. I'm using Wyndmere here, but Whole Foods also has a great organic blend, Love the scent Tended up with and have been burning it like crazy lately! You WHV ced # Saucepan: large 65 drops pine needle essential oil # Soy wax flakes # 20-25 drops orange essential oil # Glass bowl/Saucepan: small # 10-15 drops Forest Retreat # Wick (Wyndmere-Synergistic Blend) Glass candle container # Scissors # Wooden dowel sine aa ee tour oiee)Tx Moke eee ts ere aeons ay oc se ingly ere ue gil ee ues lee tea ert eet atc erry geile ta one an ere craceea aerate ae ae aa erent eceaie het dip the wie cal pinta tha wax, and'presty Oe Tete aero tstg Pew feonael orth coden dowel ac the win taedl er tity tn of te wk ‘route woes vel al Feat da wot deel th yt Se tre en bate bale ni ol downy und its reat accep te ert le Por ihe cL he Coney wl New co ee eee ee neo eae edigee Ge eee eae seen tee een dagabades Vee + used about 3 cups of soy wax flakes for this recipe. To easily measure the amount of soy flakes you'll need, double the volume of the container you will be using, + Remember to allow the wax to cool before adding the essential oils. If they are added too soon, the oils will burn. ‘As. DiVer f the vary core, Ean Franco's cals ypon her nfvice design background to create pices forthe Nome tal ado beauty, function, and @ Jaded dose of hanaade sou! o the everyday. Fd more of er Nancmado ‘musings on her blog, Frencos et Mai (rancoisetoicom), and folow her ‘9n Facebook rancolsetmablog), Instagram (@irancois ot mol, Pnterast (rancoiseire), and Youtube (rancoisetmeitieg) coven en eer eaNothing feels more warm and inviting than the soft glow of a candle, But when we light a candle in our homes, we're often putting more into the air than just a golden glow, Store-hought paraffin candles can actually release toxins into the air. Beeswax, on the other hand, is not only toxin-free Tout alse works a a all fos th bind to allergens, dust, bacteria, and pollen, Once bonded, the particles become heavy, falling 10 the ground and out of the air we breathe in — pretty amazing, ral air purifier. When burning, beeswax releases negati Beeswax can be more expensive than paraffin wax for candle making And while avoiding the toxic chemicals in a cheaper candle seems worth the extra cost, beeswax also burns for twice as long, making it the obvious choice You Yiu Neer # Knife # spoon 4 Decorative pumpkins: small # Wooden wick # Organic beeswax # Scissors/wick trimmer # Double boiler/Glass bow! & pan To Make (Garveetiecsve Isl oir pupa {The kore bgt wera ear eguealy oe a ee ea aegane iy a Tas brepraaioy ie dete eet ae pa etree Winker eee ere reg Ene Tl of te pace ty cs boc il cea et thea a ats oupl, so eke cauoa. ‘Once the wax is almost melted, cut the wicks ane! dip the end to coat the base with enough wax to adhere to the bottom of the pumpkin, Some wooden wicks come with a base to hold them. Upright while you pour the wax. When the beeswax is entirely melted, pour it into each pumpl holeling the wick steaely while doing so. Set aside to cool and harden completely for 8-12 hours. Pve lit mine earlier than that, but they ‘will burn longer if they've had more time to harclen. ‘Trim the wicks, and light these lovelies, «ni Kings the voice behind the blog Twine and Table. To lear mar, Ws twineanstable-com. ilove com | she candle tueCandle Wax Guide aioe e Beeswax is an all-natural option for candle-making Bees naturally create this wax during the ee thomey-making process. That infusion with honey gives the wax a naturally sweet aroma, so LUA LERURRLST Mareen epmRar ot peae is available in blocks or slabs, pellets, and as sheets, Beeswax can b@ used to make all types of P canals, including pillars, tapers, votives, and containers Coen ett eee rerNmESS Soy'wax isa popular choice for making natural candles. This wax is made fiom hydrogenated and less expensive than its cousin, beeswax, the only real drawback is that this wax is not very unde has set, meaning that pillars or molds are ‘out of the question, This wax works best when making container candles, tins, votives, tealight, Po ee ee een an ce cee es er Tike in beeswax or paraffin, Instead the combination of this wax and color will result in a pastel re Pl ore anes Palm Wax v Palm wax is a natural alternative to beeswax and soy wax. This ype of wax is produced by eee ete ee ee ae cee ee ec eee versatile. The was is soft even long after the | can be used for container candles as well as pillar, votives, e that, according to Candle Science Inc. the high d eee ener and for the oil has lead w deforestation in Paraffin Wax fee Renee ta ste Ce eee eee ee eee eee SL eer ete ee ee eee e ere ‘wax best suited for tealights and containers, and high-melt poin, which isa harder wax that Se Ret ea ent Ree St eet ‘most candle colors and fragrances take well to paralfin. I's ako beneficial that a low-melting| Peete Da ee even eee oe nes are eater ecg seem eet ete ee ee Seay ce eee cae ate eee ee eee mene eet ee et ns Pee eres including slabs, pellets, and flakes. Both low-melt-point paralfin, which isa softA, Camplie MUG CANDLE BY KATIE ENZENBERGER This ea ‘mug candle is a natural soy wax candle perfiamed with autumn leaves fragrance oil and provides the smell and crackling of the woorlen wick. I found a vintage enamel campfire mug ata local antique store and thoughe it would be idle has a cozy the perfeet holder for a fall candle. This DIY vibe that creates a sense of comfort during the dark winter ‘months. I have been getting into the Danish concept of hygge which isa feeling of comfort, coziness, and well-being. One of the staples in this lifestyle is using candles, so [thought I would start by making a hygge candle, You yl Yecd # Hot glu # Wooden wick & clip #3 cups natural soy wax 4 ‘Bowl: Heat-resistant # 3 02. autumn leaves fragrance o willewandsage comYour Favorite Magazines Now Available on your Computer, Tablet or Smartphone Choose from 70+ Must-Have Issues starting from $4.99 - Se eicle: See sample pages and order online at: W=clloncaam: stampington.com/digital-magazines° Simple EL NIG ON BERR: ¥ SIP Cle ANID ss BY KELSEY BRAY OF BRAMBLE BERRY HANDCRAFT PROVISIONS There are plenty of reasons to love handmade candles. You can customize them with your favorite seen, they make great gifs, and they're more eostelfective than store-bought options. On top of all that, they're so easy to make. This Lingonberry Spice Candle ‘could’ be simpler: just melt the wax, add fragrance, and pour into jars ‘The recipe is made with soy wax and Lingonberry Spice fragrance oil, which is a comforting mix of apple, balsam fir, cinnamon, and mountain air: The wooden wicks ereate an even ‘bur pool and a comforting crackling sound as they burn, Yew Wt decd YIELDS 4 CANDLES # Wooden wicks w/ metal clips (4) Lidded glass jars: 4 oz. (4) Pen/Peneil Scissors 16 oz. Bramble Berry (EcoSoya Advanced) wax pastilles Medium heat-safe container Microwave/Double boiler 1.75 oz. Lingonberry Spice fragrance oll Spoon FH thecandle sue | 2019Joe Make Tee NaS sl Ca ri aa es eatin eae ele eee ties assed fc cote atte Re eae Ee sialic as becncel ca Se You gh ack dag CCT ead oie ome ie ines ee ee eS yuc le Sch cae fro neva ded ae ote ee ee ead Rac a oats nes vi hey ge et Seale Get everything you nead to make these canis with the Lingonbery Spice Candie Kit It comes with printed Insiuctions an faba, anit ships tre 1 the war 48 Unita Stats. Tho kt comes mn sown Dox, $9 Its easy to ‘fo the maker in your ite, Find iat bramibleberr.com. Toleam more about Bramble Bary Handorat Provisions, ve ther webete at bramblebany.com and the blog ‘at soapqueen.com, You can ao fd tham on Instagram anc Titer f@brambleberry), Facebook and Pinterest (brambiebern), and YouTube (soapaueenty) BH thecandle issue | 2019' Peer seen eee cS) § SCENTED CANDLES eae NT anonCandl they ca Te 1c_DIy Scented Soy BY REBECCA D. DILLON (One of my favorite products to indulge in for my home are candles. Not only are candles easy to craft but the process of making candles also allows me to take time out to indulge in alittle self-care, Additionally, by creating my own candles I'm also able to scent them with my favorite fragrances regardless of the ime of year: Once you start on your own journey into candlle-making, think you'll be thrilled to discover how easy its and how perfect handlmadle candles are for gift- siving throughout the year! If you're excited to get started, give this collection of three candle scent recipes a try! © Chocolate & Espresso or Vanilla Verbena & Peppermint YOU WILL NEED YIELDS 2, 7.75-OZ. CANDLES # Digital scale # Wooden wicks w/ metal 8 6 o7. soy wax anchors: medium (4) Tongs Fragrance/Essentialolls of choice Candle jars: 7.75-o7z. (2) Scissors/Wick trimmer # 5.5 oz. natural filtered white beeswax # Glass measuring cup: 4-cup # Double boiler/Microwave # Potholder/Towel Scent Options CHOCOLATE & ESPRESSO: # 0.75 oz. espresso fragrance # 0.26 oz. chocolate fragrance oil oil (Bramble Berry) (Wholesale Supplies Plus) VANILLA VERBENA & PEPPERMINT: # 0.6 oz. vanilla verbena fragrance oil (0.5 oz, peppermint essential oil (Wholesale Supplies Plus) B thecandle issue | 2019CHOCOLATE & ESPRESSO CANDLE SOY AND BEESWAXDeana | ma YOU WILL NEED Vale M some tt Leer eeecee tc rena Leer nla eect # Wooden wicks yuimetal afchors: large (2) eer ei # Candle jar: 12-07. EUCALYPTUS & TEA TREE CANDLE NATURAL BEESWAXCAN versen To Make Use a digital se le to weigh both the beeswax and the soy wax a double boiler ‘until melted. It you don’t have a double boiler, heat it in the microwave at 40 percent power until the wax melts. Carefally remove the container of wax from the heat source using, Into a glass measuring eup, and then heat i potholder or towel, and set aside to coal For the wooden wicks, measure the height needed so they are level with the top of the jar when placed inside, and cut four wooden wicks. Place the wicks into the 10 minutes, and then carefully remove using tongs. Place two wieks into each metal anchor so they are doubled up. Dip the anchors into the wax, and then place them into the center of each candle jar: Continue 10 allow the melted wax to cool When the wax has started to become cloudy, weigh the oils and stir them into the was. Carefully pour the wax equally into each of the candle jars and allow it to cool and harden completely. Allow the candles to cure for atleast 2 hours or up to several days for the best scent throw Before burning, trim the wick to “4 inch, fiagrance essent votce and creator bering S vA AND NV Notes * Do not pour the wax when it’s too hot, as it may ‘cause the top of the candle wax to crack as it cools, warp the candle, or reduce the scent throw the candles will have. * | used an upcycled 12-ounce candle jar for my Deodorizing Tea Tree and Eucalyptus candle. If you don't have a 12-ounce glass jar, SKS Bottle & Packaging has some really pretty 12.25-ounce glass jars that would also work beautifully. If you're: using the 12.25-ounce glass jars, increase the amount of beeswax to 14 ounces. + | used filtered white beeswax pastilles for my homemade candle recipes, but you can use traditional unfiltered yellow beeswax if desired Dat Nows bog, Vist har baauty ana sfesyioBY CHRISTEN HAMMONS A couple years ago, my husband and I made the decision to raise a few chickens in our backyard. Having no experience with this, we had plenty of questions and found ourselves doing a lot of internet research, One day while looking up ideas for chicken coops, [spotted a project that used The result was stunning, and because I had no shortage of eggs, L couldn't wait to got started, ells as a vessel for candles. The idea of making candles ean be very intimidating, but it really doesn’t have to be. OF course, there are many more-invalved techniques you ean use to create stunning candles, but it can also be as easy as just melting some was. Carefully crack the egyshells oward the top and empty the egys into a bow discard the shell tops. Eggshell ean contain a lot of bacteria, so wash them very thoroughly and gently with hot soapy water, Let them dry belore proceeding, Place the died eggshells into an ey into each ege, Melt the beeswax pellets in a melting pot and pour the hot wax into ceach shell, Work quickly to adjust the wicks, if needed. ‘carton to hold them in place. Insert a wick * You can create a really gorgeous display by filling a few empty shells with dried flowers, herbs, or salt — or all three. * A display such as this would look lovely in a guest bedroom — you could even suggest to your guest that she pours some of the salt Into a hot bath for an ultra-relaxing soak. Ccvisten an ton & Company. Sh sae s ives in Orange, willowandsage.comConcrete CANDLEHOLDERS BY KATRIN FEDELER Thave always been in love with the simple Nordie farmhouse style. A lot of whites and neutrals come together, maybe some pops of color here and there, but overall itis a very minimal and clean style. One of my favorite decor items are probably candles ‘and tealights. They are one of those small decor details that can adda lot of personality and bring cozy’ vibes into a home. Iedoe not matter what time of year itis, candles go anywhere anytim Since Hove to combine rustic with cory, [had to try my hand at making some concrete candleholders. You Will Need @ Concrete # Plastic cups # Vegetable oil/Petroleum jelly Tealight candles # Paint: white, chalky To Make Start by mixing conerete according to the manufacturer's instructions. Then rub the inside of plastic cups with vegetable cil or petroleum jelly use oil. Fill the cups with the concrete mixture, Next, rub the outside of the tealight candles with ‘vegetable oil or petroleum jelly (you will want to be able to ‘exchange them once they're burnt dover), Slowly press them into the liquid concrete. Set asc and let dry. After a day, the ‘conerete-illed plastic cups should feel very solid; cut them apen ‘and peel out the solid concrete. Let them dry for another two ‘days, and dry-brush them with white chalky paint to finish, Karin Footer ives in Ef Puerto de Sante Mari, Spain. To learn more about er ust er blog at narherneing.com, or follow Per on lastagram {Grorthemfeding). She welcomes emal a [email protected].bie : ea eee ee BY CHRISTEN HAMMONS ‘One quick look into my house will reveal that I absolutely love candles. From giant pillars to tiny tealights, Fear’ get enough, There is just something so soothing about staring into a lit eandle When I saw someone post a tutorial on making beeswax candles, I knew [had to give them a tay. For one, [love the rustic look the beeswax sheets have. Secondly, Iam a fan of any project that takes only a few minutes T car't say enough how easy these candles are to make. I recently wrapped up a bundle of them to give ta friend who needed a litle relaxation in her lie, anl she was amazed that I made canes, I didn't tell her they only took five minutes to make; that can be our litle seeret. 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Sa ateeecoce | amaar os OF CANDLE TYPES When making candles, the first thing to decide is eke tote at tcc tua uk ec) Teen ey cee et ecg cheat sheet of the basic varieties and which all- Sete et aerate as PILLAR i ares eae) , -Pillar Candles eto cna ec cd The best waxes to create pillar candles are beeswax Boel cuenta ue ates Bereaerncle Taper candles are just that — long, narrow tapered candles displayed in candlestick holders. Beeswax is oes tar kee oe ov Tealight Candles ee en eet aces . tealights sit inside a cylindrical metal or clear plastic holder. They are made using most waxes, including poe cnc a) Ni Votive Candles About 2/ inches tall, votive candles sit inside small Pee Ce eens waxes, such as soft, natural waxes like soy and palm Pe see iat Ret ae-taey These types of candles don't use a wick and are also Pee er acm echo encaBY JOHANNA LOVE ‘Some places in the world wear their seasonal hearts on their sleeves, with the weather shifis being apparent and dramatic. Other places with more temperate climates have very subule seasonal changes, apparent notin the skies but in the small comers of the garden, Either way, its usually up t0 us, not Mother Nature, to shepherd those changes into the great indoors. Something as simple as wrapping your local flora to a plain pillar candle isa quick, easy, and interchangeable way to welcome the ‘current local season into your home. 1 was walking home from work one day at the cusp of seasonal change when I noticed lavender-looking flowers bolting ‘out of ornamental grasses in my neighborhood. I clipped a small thandfal to bring home to wrap around candles we light at the dinner table to help celebrate the season Yew Wilt eed # Flowers/Leaves # Jute twine # Scissors # Candie MWehe Snip leafes or flowers in bloom in your garden or neighborhood (preferably flowers that have already been worked over by pollinating creatures 0 as not to remove their precious resources). Tie foliage to your candles with jute twine, The thinner the candle, the lower you should te the foliage to ‘minimize fre risk, and of eourse only light while attended, You can always opt not to actually light your candles if you are concerned. Decorated candles add romance to your dinner table whether oF not they are lit! Fresh foliage will likely wile within a couple of days, so simply untie the wilted plant matter, add it to your garden compost, and source some fresh foliage whenever you want another seasonally themed eandlelit dinner. # wilowandagecom | the candle isue $fSee iettaecaaed tical eee a famiy antics. Pe eae dren eeu eeeaicad ee eee at Starpington & Company, Finder on eee| Supplies and Equipment Nn to make your own I. ; im = Candles, Soap & Personal OSs Scale Ty Care Products = Natural & paraffin candle waxes, ee wicking, wood wicks, over 300 fragrance oils, glassware, colorants, 7. molds, classes, melt & pour soap, micas, salts, butters, oils, clays. Herbs, essential oils & much “Axe rows , Now AvailablePumpkin Cardamom WICKLESS CANDLES BY WHOLESALE SUPPLIES PLUS For anyone concerned about burning candles in their home, wiekless candles are the perfect eandle for you. Simply place the tin on a candlle melter or coffee warmer, As the wax melts, it wil fill your room with the warm and fllike scent of pumpkin cardamom, You Will Need 16 oz. pastilles beeswax: yellow Thermometer (Crafter's Choice) 3 oz. Pumpkin & Cardamom Metal pot Fragrance Oil 531 (Cratter's Choice Hot pad 4 0z. shallow metal tin & lid set: tsp. oxide pigment powder: silver (Crafter's Choice) (6) Matte Brown Cookie sheet Ye tsp. mica powder: Siesta Candle metter/Coffe warmer Sunset Orange (Cratter's Choice) To Make [Ada the beeswax tothe metal pot. Heaton low until completely melted. Remove from the heat source and place on a hot pad. Add brown oxide pigment powder and orange mica powder, and stir well Let wax cool to 135 degrees Fahrenheit ad fragrance ol, an stir wellWICKLESs CANDLE PUMPKIN CARDAMOMPlace the tins on the cookie sheet and pour the wax evenly into each tin, Let the wax cool completely and place the lids on the tins, Add the Iabels To use, remove the lid and place the tin on the electric candle melter or coffee warmer, As the wax melts, the scent will fill your room, Notes + If you are making these products for sale, good manufacturing practices recommend you wear a hairnet, gloves, and a mask. We also recommend a clean apron and workspace. Wholesale Plus Supplies is not responsible for the products you create from our supplies. You alone are responsible for product and recipe testing to ensure compatibility and safety. ‘These are best used in smaller rooms or areas, and it can also be used by simply leaving the tin open to scent a room. If you prefer to use all-natural coloring methods a quick internet search can direct you to alternative ‘dyeing materials. For printable labels head to tinyurl.com/y7dcbyrk elasale Supotee Pus, Ino, 2 Jaader'n the soap Industry overing over 3,000 hian-quaity naredtents and packaging tems. They ae tne gest, dstrbutar of Craters Choice Procucts the number-one brand chosen by hhancimace professonas, Vist wholesaleuppiespbs com 0 view thai args ‘assoreent of cosmetic ingredients and componcets to make Nardmade the candle issue | 2019Cozy Comfort OTRO WY BD BY BECCA PIASTRELLI ‘This is a candle meant to be burned cach and every fs See nes eee aaa eet eT by candlelight and warmed themselves with these spices. Go Bete ee eee cee ea ec Re Cd DTA aad aes Piecn cis Reta) ac ¥ Beeswax: pastilles/freshly grated eee eee te ied Cea) Cee ee neat)Tee ee eee er ee chopsticks with some tape, Measure out the beeswax at double eee ee aay hallow water bath over medium heat on the Freres ee eee ee ee eee sit for three to ive minutes, Add the combined. Pour the r Seer prea reer aBlue SpruceMy busband and [love the scent of fresh evergreens i smells fike Christmas to us. I cant tll you how excited Iwas, ‘when I figured out how to make candles with essential oils that ‘smell just like the real thing! Nav, we can enjoy the scent of freshly cut evergreen without a giant pine-needle-filed cree in ‘our living room! F've found that these blue spruce hand-poured candles add a nice elean scent to the bathroom, too. Make a batch of candles for your home today and bring the fresh, outdoors in, You Will Need YIELDS 1, 36-02. or 4, 8-OZ. CANDLES # Glue dots: (4) Medium wooden wicks & clips: (4) 8-07. candle pots: (4) Scissors/Wick trimmer Saucepan: large 2 Ibs. soy wax flakes Candle-pouring pitcher: metal Whisk Thermometer 0.8 02. blue spruce essential oil To Make Using zine dots, adhere wooden wick elips to the center base of ‘each candle pot. Insert the wooden wieks and trim them to just meet the top of each pot. Set aside, Fill a lange saucepan with about 2 inches of water, and heat it on the stove, Place soy wax flakes into a metal candlle-pouring pitcher, and set inside the saucepan creating a double boiler ‘Whisk ofien until melted, and remove finm heat immediately to prevent the wax from becoming too hot. Let the wax cool to 120-125 degrees Fahrenheit before adding the essential ol Add the essential oil and whisk or swirl to combine. Carefully pour the scented soy wax into the prepared candle pots, and let cool for 30 minutes to one hour or until the wax hardens and turns white Note * Always burn soy candles long enough for the wax to melt across the container before blowing out the flame; this will avoid a tunnel forming in the wax or shortening the life of the candle. sty Doubt Haare is a best-soing author and writer She teaches readers to create organic skincare, nousanoldcleanars, and mere. Her wabsta, [email protected], cats fo those with a grben testy. Rnd or newest book, "Nourshing Nature: Beauty Recibes from the Garden’ (CreateSpace, 2018), at Bares & Noble o- 2 reteier near you willowandsage.com | the candle issue &ie Dees ae id natural INTERVIEW BY EVELYN MATEOS Alicia Reisinger is the mastermind behind Wax Buffalo, a pure soy candle company located in Lincoln, Nebraska, that believes contemporary home. A litle research can reveal all dhe toxic household items that enel up in the home, which is why Alicia decided it was time to provide safe and chemicalfiee products for her home. In time Alicia went from making candles in her kitchen for family and close friends to starting up a spirited and ambitious company, QUGWAISAGE, How aia you come up with the name of your business? What is its significance? rvelous and imperfect handmade products for the ALICIA/REISINGER! tive in Nebraska, so the name is just 1 beautiful nod to the Midwest, ‘This land is beautiful and the strength of the bullalo scemed to be a perfect little whimsical nol to this area we so love. I also think is heautifal to grow a brand like this in a place that’s bit unexpected. We're not in the big cities that seem to breed these sorts of adventures, lke New York City, Los Angeles, Austin, ete. Here, in smallstown Lincoln, Nebraska, i’ fun to see people stop and look at our Nebraska, huh, that’s interesting brand and thin WBE) How would you describe yourself and what you do? AR Lam a candlemaker, Lam a giel boss. Lam a mama. Those things are not separate to me; infact, they perfectly mong ‘my simplest, happiest life. My first baby girl was born with a cleft lip and palate. I think the shock of her bisth realy forced ime to reflect on what was import Twas traveling the world asa TV produc for a television show called “Footnote.” Navy, my daughter, turned my world upside down in a really beautiful way. Her birth forced me to pause andl be still with her as we worked through her treatment, surgery, andl ultimately her healing During the process, I slowly found candle-making aga was something I had loved as a child, [twas a great way to center myself, realign with my own spiritual journey, anel make something safe and beautifil for my family. in my life, At the time in, which willowandsage.com |Ww AR: So much of my inspiration is from real life, our travels, and our tiny adventures. For instance, long ago T lived on a street named Armitage in Chicago, which is where I first learned about adventure, Its where my boyfriend, now husband, and T smuck in make-out sessions in parked ears at micinight. It was iy first home away from home, where the ‘on a different perspective. This was the place where my friends crashed, partied, lived, loved), cried, and eventually abandoned Ihs secrets hold handmade pasta, strong coffee, clove cigar ‘on strangers’ balconies, Irish ear bombs in basement pubs, and sunny midday tequila. This is how my memories smell — like love and happiness, and occasionally I want to go back there Our Armitage candle is designed to take you on a dreamy recollection of your own “Armitage Strvet.” 2 “family” took WBE How alia you get imerested in eandle-making? AR: The first candle I ever poured was Christmas gift for my grandma, Ferne, when T'was 14. We used to shop in this tiny market called the Haymarket in Lineoln, Nebraska, long, before I ever lived here. We would purchase fancy handmade ‘votives from a local teashop, and then we'd spend the afternoon Jaughing and drinking tea in a tiny café, and eating those funny lite cucumber sandwiches. My grandma loved candles and ‘Christmas, but mostly Christmas; it was her favorite, Her house always smelled a litte ike cinnamon no matter the month, Tost my sweet litte Ferme a few years ago, and I think in my ‘mourning for her I reached back to my roots by beginning to pour candles again more steadily: Exactly one month after T kissed her goodbye, the first candle I poured was cinnamon scented, Grandma always encouraged my adve nurtured my whimsy In a way, [think she always will cures andl (HBB How did you get started? And how did you get to where you are today? AR Around 2013 [hegan to play a bit in the maker world. Because of Navy's condition, I was doing a lot of research on toxic elements in our home, and I realized the candles Eas burning were bad news, So, [thought to myself, “I'm making my own!” Slowly [began to make them for friends, and a close Friend encouraged me to try selling them. About fous Tinvesteel a whole $100 into my new litle candlle business, ane today we are in more than 60 small curated boutiques all across ing smal-batch, hand-poured, and close to our origins, we are slowly growing our brand and meeting new folks who believe in safe, natural products for their homes that also boring an element of style to their modernly curated spaces. My team is made up of five badass women, pour for over 70 hours a week. What an adventure it’s been! ats ago id cumulatively we he candie tse | 2019BBB Wat is your philosophy? AR. We work a very flexible schedule. We all have certain hours that we're shooting for, but we knock them out when it’s smart for our families and us. For some of us, that’s very early before anyone in the house is awake, while for others i’ late into the evening after bedtime with a whiskey in hand (that’s me), We show up and we grind and we giggle and we swap stories all the while ‘moving this small brand forward swith love andl ambition, but it does 0 fake precedent over the things in our ives that truly matter, ike our families ane our adventures and, ultimately, ourselves WRB Describe your brand's style and aesthetic AR) Modern for sure! Our main mission is to create beautify imperfect handmade products for the madern home, Our second mission is to create a space of collaboration and an independent work ethic for a team of incredible women secking to work differently Between my experiences with Navy and my sweet Ferne, [realized that finding a balance of work, play, care, and Jove was the ultimate goal. [created that for myself with this tiny brand, and 1s we started to grow I looked toward others who had a simila perspective, We encourage each dna lot. [eel very gratefal to be living this simple, perfect dream and sharing it with those around me who also find beauty in small curated dreams, ther, collaborate, push each other, and laugh together. We ka villowatstemgetcon | zHBB Where do you source your ingredients from? AR. Our wax is American made and sourced here in the Midwest! We keep everything as local and close to home as possible (WBS! Dial you have any schooling or special training for your position today? AR: My degree is in television and film, and my specialty was documentary work and in-person interviews. That said, [am a storyteller by nature, and Ibelieve Iam stil telling storie, justin a making background has come fom researc, tral and error and also some really beautifully confident candle gil bosses. There is a community of us completely different way! Most of my candle ‘and we believe in helping each other out — it’s the coolest! GIBB) Describe some of your most popular and/or unique products AR: Allof our scents are story or collaboration based, and I would say our top sellers are Sweet Tobacco, Armitage Street, and Blood Orat brewery in town called White Elm shere we made a Hibiscus Saison candle to match their beer, and it was a blast, Being small and nimble with local roots allows us to collaborate with other great makers. Its our absolute favorite and we find it’ our customers’ favorite, too! Our collaboration ex; Earthen Joy, sold out in four minutes, se. We did a super cool collaboration with a local with a local ceramic nHR What sort of milestones have you hit asa company? AR. We just got word that you'll be able to find our candles in select Whole Foods soon! s ‘would be things like moving the company out of my kitchen a litte more than a year ago and hiring a small staf'shordy after. As weird as this sounds, trl understanding freight costs and UPC codes was a milestone! It’ the litle things, right? simple mileston« AR: Yes! We have dreamed up a bit of magic over here in Wax Buffalo land that is hanclmade in every clement, We're making our candles in vessels crafted locally by neighborhood darling und Midwest milled pure soy wax to vessel ean be cleaned Earthen Joy. Each one is filed with pure essential ol n burn, When the candle has lived its best lif, ‘ensure a pure, cle and used 10 enjoy a hot or cold heverage, We are proud to share this new adventure andl hope people find as much joy in burning them as we did in making them, Te loam more about We Bufo, vist waxbutle.com and Instagram (Bwaxbufao). They welcome eral at Infosrwaxbuitlo.com, willorandsagecom | che candle sueAs consumers, we typically pay more attention to candle sie color, or fragrance. However, the wick is equally, if not more important. The wick acts asa fuel pump and draws liquefied \wax up into the flame to burn. Different wick sizes alloy for 1 different amount of fuel to be drawn up into the flame. Tox ‘much fuel and the flame will flare and soot; too litle fuel and There ae literally hundreds of different styles and sizes of wicks, but most wicks consist of a bundle of fibers that are ‘sisted, braided, or knitted together. The type of wax used in a candle as well asthe size, shape, and color all play a partin the selection of the wick. Ibis critical to select the corteet wick for a candle to ensure it will burn cleanly ancl evenly. There is 50 much to consider when it comes to finding the right wick, bout here’s a simple guide to get you started, A cored wick is used when a candle requires a self-supporti wick. Votives pillars, and container eandles area fey examples of candles that use these braided or knitted wicks as a means to keep the wick straight or upright while buenis The use of different core materials provides a range of stitfiness, The most common core materials for wicks are Since the continuation of lead-core wicks, zine-core wicks are the most commonly used for many different types of candles. According to the National Candle Association, ‘Scientific studies have repeatedly shown both zinc- and tin-core wicks to be safe.” Paper-core wieks burn extra hot, yielding a large melt pool. ‘They usually can be found in larg Corcless, flat, ancl cotton-braided, these wicks are woven with hout to provide rigility: This type of wick works well with soy and yegetablesbased waxes. a special paper filament thou An ECO eandlewick uses paper threads inside its braided cotton wick exterior, giving the wick a rigid structure without the need fora cored wick, These wicks minimize ‘mushrooming (the shape a wick forms asa result of carbon wick than can be burned), soot, and smoke, and they work best in soy Douildup, when the flame draws more wax to th ei egoHTP yeicks are another coreless option vr enhanced rigidity, similar toa paper-core wick. Other benefits of this wick include selEtrimming, improved wax: pool symmetry ancl less mushrooming, This wick orks well with soy wax in votives, pillar, or container candles, the flame, While a good choice for containers, pillars, or votives, this wick is chemically weated. The chemical weatment aims to reduce afterglow, smoke, soot, tunneling, and mushrooming There are generally two types of wooden wicks: hardwood wicks and soft-wood wieks, These wigks are used in container candles and are ih se with natural waxes, such as soy: Wooden wicks are known for their unique crackling sounds that omit when a candle is being burned. ‘The sound is efleeted by the wax blend, color, container size, and especially the level of Fragrance ol For more crackle itis important not to se too much fragrance oilNOTES Dee mee Une enU Cee eae Cuca ei CO ec nek Nace cee shape, and wax to further assist you in selecting Tene SNC et OR ety lower quality than braided or knitted wicks. The construction allows for more wax to reach the flame See ace ne eg s + According to the National Candle Association, eee rua CRs Crate te nee t eee iar Pee ome Cue cee ar aa eae nee eu are rie ee ae en Rea atc) er eR ene Se ce cc Cer Eee eee ie una Pierce Ce ee eesMae a Wied 6 ILSng up my collection af vintagesinspined jars fora while; they're just too pretty to get ri of, and I knew I could repurpose them into something special. The size and shape of cach jar reminded me of canelles Thad seen in a small boutique, andl the labels with the French Jogo "Bonne Maman,” written in elegant cursive, seemed like a delicate piece of art in itself. [had wanted to ty my hand at making candles and dhese jars provided the perfect vessels for me to stretch my creativity. 4 wilowandsgecom | the candle sue 3Clean out the preserve or jam jars with soap and water; gently wash the inside of the jars to save the labels. Shave a small amount of the eandle dye block into the jars, Addl the solid beeswax 10 the mason jar or bowl, Melt the beeswax using your preferred method and carefully pour into jars about 1 inches from the top (use the pot holder when pouring the hot melted beeswax). Quickly insert one wick into the center of each of the jars. Set the jars aside to solidify overnight, Tie a ribbon around the jars if desired. + If you prefer to use all-natural coloring methods a quick internet search can direct you to alternative dyeing materials. Jessica Wolfe es in Porland, Oragan, with her dog, Bentay Shei frelance wecksing and portal ahotagraaher ‘Learn more about Jessica at essicawattephoto com, @ thecandle issue | 2019x QoS HOLIDA Julia Watada and Sharon Simone -ASY IDEAS FOR GIFT-GIVING & DECOR cs \ Dive into your handmade holiday gift preparations with the 2018 edition | yu of A Somerset Holiday! You'll discover a variety of DIY projects that are = both approachable and festive, along with gift wrapping and decor ideas to get you through the season. + Vickie Kammerer creates textured ornaments inan elegant snowy style + Trendy wood slices are transformed into playful decor for the tree or a gift + Diane Adams assembles a stunning kit of handmade Christmas decorations + Lear how to create rustie + Christ + flannel mittens garland + Bead snd baubles come together to form a festive ee elec charm with a Previ es available, starting from $799. Select Digital Edition: only $3.99. Te line Adams Find A Somerset Holiday Volume 12 exclusive also available at stampington.com/somer | ly at your local newsstand or book retailer. Previous editions are holi celebrations or by calling 1-877-782-6737. —__ 47Himalayan SAEp Ee AND E Dies Ek S BY STEPHANIE POLLARD OF HELLO GLOW There are few things as relaxing as the soft glow of candlelight and the soothing smell of essential oils, Particularly after a long day when you're ready to come home, put your feet up, and chill out, candles can instantly set the mood. I recently purchased a Himalayan salt amp for those times when I want to purify the air and ‘bask ina line mood lighting at the same time, but I quickly learned that it didi’ feel as nice without my essential ols, Turns out I did't really need to invest in a salt lamp at all instead, ccoule have macle these salt diffusers. Not only do they help cleanse the air but they also create an inviting eandlelt glow and fill the air with the seent of wh Jhever oils you choose. ‘Much like Himalayan salt lamps, these sal diffusers are made from pure, food-grade Himalayan salt erystals. When heated, sea salt attracts water vapor (and the mold, bacteria, and allergens it carries) to its surface and removes it from the ait, By adding a few crops of essential oils and a candle, they offer a warm glow, cleanse the air of impurities, and diffuse a relaxing seent atthe same time. You Will Need #1 cup Himalayan pink salt # Votive candles # Bow! # Glass jar/Bow!: small # 10-20 drops essential oils To Make Place the salt in bowl. Add 10-20 drops of essential ails and stir to combine. Place a candle inva gla jar or small bol, and pour the salt around the candle until it reaches about halfway up the sides, Light the candle and let the heat warm the salt to purify the air and release the essential willandsagecom | che candle sue @/ a OIL BLENDS TO DIFFUSE 4 THROUGHOUT THE DAY Ya . an and orange essential ols to promote energy and make you feel less ivitable \Wollness Blend: Try a combination of lemon and tea tree oils to naturally kill bacteria and help boost immune function. S| Notes + A word of warning: Since the sea salt has to be warm to purify the air, t's best to choose short votives rather than tall pillar candles. They burn a little bit quicker and bring the heat closer to ‘the salt, which also means you'll need to keep a closer eye on your diffusers to make sure they don’t burn down too much and create a fire hazard It you don't have any Himalayan salt on hand, don't worry; any natural sea salt will work. In fact, | like to keep things interesting by mixing up the salts | use, and by dispersing different colored diffusers around the house. ‘Stephanie Plas @ designer and photographer based in Richmond, Virgin. When shes not designing stationery for her company, Ppkin Paper Company jpipknpapercompany.com), you can hd her coming uo with healthy recioes, spa tutor, and green-cleaning iss for the blog, Hallo Glow halgiow.coEuca yptus & Thyme SOY CANDLE BY KATIE ENZENBERGER This eu lyptus and thyme soy candle is a simple recipe snade with essential oils, and it makes ‘a wonderful gilt, Last week I had a couple of friends over to my house to hang out and get to know one another, and I thought it would be lovely to make them a little gift to show my appreciation for coming over. For the DIY candles, I recycled glass yogurt containers and made my own candle recipe using natural soy wax and essential oils. This candle recipe will make two candles and they smell so amazing! You Will Need YIELDS 2 CANDLES # Glue dots 4 20 drops eucalyptus essential cil # Wicks 4 15 drops thyme essential oll # Glass yogurt containers: (2) # Scissors/Wick trimmer (optional) # Popsicle sticks & clothespins # Printable label #3 cups natural soy wax lakes 4 Krat sticker paper 4 Bowl: heat-resistant # Paper punch: circle, 2" To Make Apply one glue dot to the metal tab of each wick, and adhere the tab to the bottom center of the glass containers. Use a clamping method with two Popsicle sticks and a elothespin to help secure and hold the wicks in place, and set aside, Place 3 cups of natural soy was flakes into a heat-resistant bowl. Using the double-boiler method, melt the wax until completely dissolved into a liquid. Add the essential oils to the ‘melted wax. Pour the scented liquid candle wax into the prepared containers, and set aside to harden. ‘The candle wax will change to white once it is completely set, Trim the wick if needed, Make simple labels with kraft sticker paper and a 2-ineh cirele punch, Adhere the label to the candles. Note + This was my first time using the glue dots, and I was pleased with how easy they were to use and how well they held the wicks in place. ‘aie enenbergers an author and photographer based in southern lio. Whan she's not making crafts, DIY _rojcte, recipes, and hornamado heath ana beauty product fr or biog, Paraly Kati purlykat. com), you can {nd her spending te with her husband, dsuahter, and two dogs. willowandagecom | the candle sue $fShe j0-muipute GANDELABRA BY LILY ARDOR ‘One of my biggest struggles while decorating is ever decorating! always had a blast making my own custom decor pieces because, le’s he honest, you don't always find what you need at the store. That said, T guess you can say I get a litle carried away in my world of imagination and sometimes my decorating looks nothing ike Pve envisioned. Does that ever happen to you? ve tried so many decorating styles and there are some that have really stuck with me, industrial he fond of it because it has the ability to make your home look dovn-to-carth and trendy. To keep myself in check while decorating, I always think less is ‘more and that simplicity is the key to a beautifil home. [also like to think of it as going back to the core mots, because you can never go wrong with natural wood grains, metals, or natural textures. They are a perfeet staple to any space; it doesn’t always have to be pink and shiny! lecor being one of them. P've grown very I specifically made this candelabra to match our dining table. Since ‘our table was a previous project we madi, it wasn't exactly traditional, so finding the right centerpiece for the holidays was quite a struggle. When Tas planning to decorate for Thanksuiving, I knew T wanted something with candles because they always make the home so festive. Learrt go through a holiday without some candles in my home! I've never been the biggest fan of vintage candelabras because [eel like my home would have to look super rich with high ceilings and pretty trimmings to make it look legit. My home is old and has low ceilings, which makes it even harder to fita candelabra on the dining table. After looking into a few different styles, I realized that this industrial candelabra would he perfect since its so customizable in height. Hove that you can make it as tall or short as you'd like, And even better, this only took 10 minutes to put together, which was great secing as holidays get a bit hectic and I don't usually have much time to spare that time of year: 1 dlisplayed some pretty painted little pumpkins around it to bring the whole Took together. Sriireiag = ueyou WHE Meet # Steel components: connectors, Floor flanges: steel, ¥" (2) 2); nipple, ¥4" diameter, 4" length Candlesticks: (5) Wa a darker metal leaves black stains if unwashed, so I gave all the steel pieces a good wash with 1 soapy sponge. ‘Phen I simply assembled all my’ pieces and clsplayed my candlesticks inside the stcel tees. To complete this look, [also used steel floor flanges to display some candles directly on the table, which gave the centerpiece more contrast in height. Veter + If you'll be painting pumpkins, remember to use chalk paint, as it'll adhere better. used regular Interior paint and added a few tablespoons of baking soda to turn my paint into chalk paint. *+ Depending on the thickness of your candlesticks, you might need to trim off the bottom a bit for them to fit perfectly into the steel tees. Ly Aor rans a erat bog sharing stores of design and her adventures in creative ving Far more infomation, vist ardorCom or email Liy at [email protected], the candle issue | 2019 ‘

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