Votive Candle

October 22, 2010

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The Effects of Votive Candles on a Relaxed and Pleasant Atmosphere

Votive candles are among the most frequently used type of candles together with pillars and tapers; they are actually ideal to be used in most circumstances that require a very relaxed and pleasant atmosphere. Whether you choose to use them in the living-room, the bathroom or the kitchen, votive candles make excellent decorations either on the tables, in niches or room corners. The small dimensions allow their usage in aesthetic combinations meant to focus the attention on special interior decoration details; consequently, never underestimate the potential of votive candles! We call votive any circular candle with a two inches diameter that is almost equally high.

Though now used in almost any household, votive candles were originally designed for the religious services, being placed on the altar or in front of representations of Jesus or the Blessed Virgin. Votive candles are usually combined with other types of candles particularly during ceremonies, and the favorite colors for the more sober occasions are white, gold and silver. Aromatherapy centers and SPA saloons also use votive candles for a very comfortable, almost magical atmosphere that makes the treatment a true joy. The scent included in some of the votives contributes to nervous relaxation and stress alleviation.

We should also mention the fact the votive candles are ideal for bulk purchases; they usually come in special packs and, when ordered on the Internet, it is much easier to get discount prices as nobody buys two or three of each. Even the votive candles made of pure bees wax are a lot cheaper than any other types of candles, particularly due to the reduced dimensions and the versatility of usage modes. There are all sorts of votive candles especially designed for the holiday season: some are even colored or scented in the most suggestive of ways.

For instance votive candles made of bay berry wax enjoy an enormous popularity since they are usually burnt on Christmas and their natural scent is associated with this great Christian celebration. People who enjoy designing their own Christmas decorations make use of votive candles in unique decorative combinations: for instance white votives can be sprayed with some sparkling substances like liquid bronze. The effect is great particularly when the candles are included in larger arrangements with pine cones and fir tree branches. Placed on the chimney or on small tables near the fir tree, votive candles add up to the charm of a magic evening.

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Muna wa Wanjiru Has Been Researching and Reporting on Candles for Years. For More Information on Votive Candles, Visit His Site at VOTIVE CANDLES

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Candle Centerpieces

October 22, 2010

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Clay Night bonds families in a creative way
By Michele Miller, Times Staff Writer Tuesday, October 19, 2010 Angela Fonte and Adrianna, 5, put a candle on their clay birthday cake at Family Clay Night held Thursday at Longleaf Elementary School. “We’re having fun, but we’re getting good and dirty,” Ms. Fonte said. NEW PORT RICHEY Family Clay Night starts after dinner in the school cafeteria at Longleaf Elementary with about 400 pounds of …
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Tealight Candle Holders

October 22, 2010

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Can I use oven bake/air dry clay to make candle holders?

Can I use ovenbake/airdry clay to make candle holders?
Is it possible to use ovenbake or airdry clay to make a candle holder? Specifically, the candle holder’s design would be similar to this one:

http://www.atticshoppe.com/images/porcel…

The tealight goes inside and light and heat escape through the little windows and doors.

Or would it be safer to alter the design to have a glass globe to hold the tealight, like this design:

http://www.katescottage.net/images/house…

Is this something that ought not be attempted with clays that aren’t fired in a kiln?

I also can’t access those sites so I don’t know the size and shape of candle holder you’re wanting.

The main thing for using either an air-dry clay or a polymer clay (also called oven-bake clay like Premo, Kato, Fimo, Sculpey, Cernit) is not to have the clay too close to the top of the flame. The heat directly over the flame will be much hotter than the areas beside it. So if your votive candle holder had a large enough space above the candle, it would be okay. (Paper doesn’t burn unless it’s really close to a direct flame until the famous 451 degrees Fahrenheit, and polymer clays won’t actually burn till they reach 385 though you wouldn’t want them up even as high as 200 or so because you might smell the normal smell of curing polymer clay.)

We do make lots of candle holders with polymer clay though, from the ones to hold votive candles in, to actual taper candleholders. Those can be made from solid clay only, but more often they’re made over some kind of armature at least part way.

If the object is to see the light shine through the holder with a votive candle in it, you could just cover a glass container with clay, then cut holes in it where the windows and doors are, leaving some areas for ventilation somewhere (in a “roof” you’d put on it made from clay or metal or whatever). And if you were using polymer clay, you could instead use a translucent (or colored translucent) clay in those areas, or even use a clay that has some translucent in it naturally, which when thin will let the light shine through—even some of the dark colors of polymer clay are somewhat or very translucent.

If you’re interested in checking out votive candle holders made with polymer clay (in various ways), take a look at this page at my polymer clay “encyclopedia” site:

http://glassattic.com/polymer/covering.htm

(…under the “Glass” category, click on the subcategory called “Votives and Light Shining Through”
…and perhaps also click on “Nightlights, Lamps, Screens” in case you’re interested in that type of set up)

P.S. If you’re interested in making small “houses” from polymer clay, that could be done in various ways too and there’s info on this page:

http://glassattic.com/polymer/houses_structures_gingerbread.htm

HTH,

Diane B.

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Candle Sconces

October 22, 2010

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Make an impact with our iron candle sconces

Looking for a way to catch attention? With our iron candle sconces you will do just that .Candle Supply Company Ltd offer a beautiful range of unique designs to suit every taste. These easy to install affordable sconces provide a stunning and unique focal point in a dining room living room, hallway or even look great in porches. They provide a deeper impact than most accessories in the home, reflecting your unique personality and excellent taste.



Our range of candle sconces includes glass, wooden, iron and brass, we also have pieces with a mirrored background and flickering in the reflection they produce a beautiful romantic glow.



Wall candle sconces came into their own in medieval times when they were used to light up the passageways of the castles this gives them a whimsical feel adding interest and style. The effect given cannot be matched by electricity so it would be a shame not to make use of these charming decorative wall pieces. Also they are a great way to light up an area without using any floor space.



A dull room or hallway could be transformed easily with the addition of a well crafted iron candle sconce, when entering the nice little glow is very welcoming, giving a classy touch. It immediately makes people think of elegance and beauty. Made from iron, it makes them suitable for indoor or outdoor use as they withstand the elements. A garden party would look very pretty with one of our sconces flickering away on the wall, further enhancing the atmosphere or the mood of the party.



We are the UK’s largest wholesale candle suppliers; therefore we have great knowledge in our field. Our long burning candles and beautiful candle holders are well constructed made to the highest possible quality. Priding our self with excellent customer services and unbeatable prices our handmade candles have been best sellers for many years. 99% of orders are delivered within 7 working days with free delivery on all orders over £300, no free delivery for Scottish highlands and all offshore areas; please call us for a price, also available to deliver across Europe.



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Looking for a way to catch attention? With our iron candle sconces you will do just that .Candle Supply Company Ltd offer a beautiful range of unique designs to suit every taste.

How to Make Candles : Using Molds in Candle Making

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Candle Molds

October 22, 2010

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candle making molds in India?

I am searching for candle making molds in India (Bangalore). I am looking for Round, Square (pillar) type molds. If anyone knows about from where I can get those in and around Bangalore, it would be great help.

In case your not able to find them near blore just visit an ironsmith and they can easily carve out molds using galvanized sheets

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