Candles in the interior always create a romantic and cozy atmosphere, illuminating their soft flame not only the room, but also our soul. A similar element is appropriate in any room and any interior, you only need to find him the right "frame". The most popular option today are candles-tablets that can be unnoticed throughout the corners of the room, and then in twilight admire the many burning lights. But this solution seems to us somewhat boring, so we want to share with you ideas, how to create your own, unique candlestick. In this article we will talk about the variations of candlesticks that are suitable for the city apartment and for a country house, as well as to create a festive atmosphere at any celebration.
1. Glass glass
At home, you probably have glasses with various patterns that have already "served" your own. Now you can make an elegant and functional candlestick. If you really like the glass in itself, you can simply be located inside it a small candle of white. A good solution will be somewhat identical cups with candles inside: you will create a kind, but at the same time practical decoration for the interior.
If this option seems to you too simple, you can combine glass with other materials. For example, decorate with flowers from the outside or put various non-burning items inside: pebbles, shells or even decorations.
You can also create a glass candlestick-matryoshka, placing one glass in another and shifting the space between them by any material. When creating a candlestick from a glass, we recommend dripping a little wax in the middle and then fasten the candle on it: so it will not fall.
2. Gingerbread
Such a solution is perfect for those who love the oven, and it makes it so often that it is already thinking about the alternative use of the fruits of its creativity. The gingerbread candlestick is very simple in execution - you will need only bake the desired figure, after making a recess in the center.
The dough can be any, depending on the holiday or your mood. The candlestick can also be decorated with icing or berries, and the candle itself decorate ribbons. If you have achieved really amazing success in the cooking case, then you can venture to bake a real gingerbread house, as in the fairy tale of the Grimm brothers.
Candles should be placed inside the house itself: it is advisable to use small candles-tablets so that your gingerbread mansion is not too twisted from the inside.
3. Cup
Personally, after contemplating the gingerbread candlesticks, terribly wanted to drink tea ... And you? If so, then drink more! And then you can start creating a new creation.
The candlestick made of a cup can be completed in two ways: you can simply place a small candle in a small pretty cup (exactly what we have already been told in an option with a glass), and you can melt the wax and create a more "monolithic" option. To do this, you will need to consolidate the rope wick and gently pour the melted wax into the cup. The wax must be harmonized with the color of the cup or at least echo with its drawing.
Fitil is better to do more than that he accidentally drowned. After you cut too much. To create a similar candlestick, the remains of old candles are perfectly suitable, which, when melting, can be additionally tinted and flavored. Cups can be both echoes of the sample service and a whole set: In the last option, you will create an interior composition. About how else you can apply the old dishes in the interior, read here.
4. Glass bank
The candlestick from the bank perfectly suits the decoration for country houses, since it can simultaneously play the role of an improvised lantern. To attach to the bank "Handles" there will be enough wireless wire that must be buggy.
The same cute lanterns are perfect for the lighting of the garden, and decorating options depend only on your imagination: it can be autumn leaves, a twine, the pages of an old book, or just paint.
5. Knitted sweater
Pretty and cozy variation of the candlestick, which is perfect for the New Year holidays. You just need to tie the "pipe" of the desired size and wrap it with a candle.
When creating such a candlestick, consider that it fulfills an exceptionally decorative role, so try not to burn a candle for too long so that the sweater is not blocked.
6. Crystal glass
Despite the fact that the glass appearance looks like a glass, and, accordingly, causes similar thoughts regarding its use, it is much more functional than it seems. The thing is that it can be used both in direct form and "upside down".
A similar solution will be an original and very elegant option for a wedding or New Year's table, and most importantly: it can be modified according to your mood! For more everyday interior decoration, a grazed-lamp is suitable, made of thick paper or plastic.
7. Human gifts
Candlestick made of fruits and vegetables, as well as from forests or nuts - Similar solutions seem a bit rough to you? We are ready to dissuade you right now.
It is natural variations that will allow you to make a special flavor to your apartment, and they will be ideal for country houses or interiors in eco-style. In addition, candlesticks from natural materials are perfect for thematic parties. Well, for example, do without pumpkin on Halloween? And the bloody-red apple, like how the evil sorcerer poisoned Snow White, generally fit at least where!
So that such candlesticks are not worse and longer laid, you can additionally cover them with varnish or wax.