The short dark evenings have arrived. Although I was happy with the extra hour of sleep, I can’t say I am too thrilled with the clock turning back again. Those early, dark nights are not my favorite part of this season. And we have had our first portion of frost too! Winter is here for sure. So what does that mean? It means drastic measures have to be taken and that means it is time for candle light evenings.
So I went in search of some inspiration for creative candle holders. And did I score me some good ideas! I have gathered them here for you and added a few of my own too. Come along with me and let’s share some candle light….
Crafty Candle Holder Ideas
wire candle, ice lantern, plaster doily candle holder, oyster candle holder, cupcake candle holders
Tea lights, tapers, regular candles, big stump candles, they all deserve a nice vessel to show them off. Can you imagine your home without candles? I sure can’t.
Oh and check out this next idea, it deserves a category of its own! Can you guess what it is made out of????
Yes! It is made out of empty cd cases. Gorgeous isn’t it. It looks like a block of ice, but without the risk of melting.
Junk Style Candle Holder Ideas
barb wire candle, nuts and bolds candle stick, punched tins lanterns, car spring candle holder
And this category just proves that you should never think of something as waste, especially when it is nice and rusty. It is junk art! So use it and display a candle or two in it.
Nature Inspired Candle Holder Ideas
tree trunk candelabra, branch candle stick, bark lanterns source unknown, twig candle holders
Oh, how I love the rustic look of nature. I have done my share of crafting with twigs and tree stumps, but I see more wood in my future…….
Vintage Teacups Candle Holders
vintage tea cup candle stick, tea cups candles
Teacups and candles are a golden combination. What is better to enjoy by candle light than a nice cup of tea. But of course vintage tea cups also make great candle holders. Lurve….
So what is your favorite so far?
Got more ideas? Send them over and I’ll put them on my board.
Because I am sure there will be lots more pinning and gathering of candle stick and candle holder ideas. If you like to see what else I find, you can follow my Candle Holder Ideas board on Pinterest:
I think if you have previously started following me this new board will not automatically show up in your feed. I have heard rumors that you have to unfollow and refollow someone to catch the latest boards. Does anybody know if that is true?
Marianne Songbird is the founder of Songbird, where she hopes to inspire everyone to create a home they love, one DIY project at a time. She shares anything from craft ideas to home decor inspiration and from DIY projects to decorating hacks. Originally from the Netherlands Marianne and her husband Lex are currently renovating a 250-year-old farmhouse in Germany.
cindy jones says
love all the candle holder ideas. i’ll start following that board.
Marianne@Songbird says
Thanks, and yes please do. With Christmas season coming our way I am sure there will be lots more inspiration to add.
Amy@BR says
Oh gosh, that old spring is just so cool!!
Marianne@Songbird says
Yes isn’t it. I think it is my favorite!
Oh no wait they are all my favorite 🙂
Lorrie says
I love those twigs surrounding the candle. So rustic and woodsy. I’ll be following your candle board, too.
Marianne@Songbird says
Thanks! I think you are referring to a project that is actually mine.
And welcome to the candle holders board 🙂
Alicia@ eco friendly homemaking says
Oh what great ideas! I especially like the tree trunk ones. They are so rustic and unique looking.
TJ says
Oh, I love the spring and the nuts candleholders. Should go down well in my vintage car lounge. LOVE the idea!