Candles are an inspiring passion for some people. They turn any room into a haven of comfort and rest to promote intimacy and conviviality. Candles come in different shapes, colors and sizes, and can be combined in a unique way to brighten up your room with shimmering, flickering light. Here we show you some good ideas for handmade candles and candle holders, all of which can be completed by designers on a beginning level.
Hand-made, hand-casted candles
The popular hand candles and candleholders often accompany us during dinner and make each dinner particularly pleasant. To add extra aroma to your candles you can use a variety of materials – fruit peels, lemon slices, coffee beans, cinnamon sticks, etc.
Candles set in glass jars
Slight flickering candles, scented flowers and aromatic hot beverages, make the days and nights so special. Old jam jars are perfect for candle holders. They not only serve as an effective centerpiece, but also create a great play of the light as its refracted through the grooves and nooks .
Hollowed-out bark: green candles
To create beautiful designer pieces, you do not need high quality materials. You can use all kinds of materials you discover around your house. Hollowed-out tree branches provide an eco-friendly and charming holder alternative.
Candlesticks using household items
These handmade candles fill the room with light.
Use a sea shell for decorating inspiration
This sea shell candle creates a mysterious and romantic atmosphere.
Porcelain cup candle holders
Coconut candle holders
Hollowed-out coconut shells cut in half make a great, exotic alternative.
Candle engraved with floral motifs
Perfume and jelly candles in metal tins
Candle decorated with fruit
A candle can be also implanted into a flowerpot