If you have a candle you need a nice candle holder to go with it. There are so many options available today. You can get a match for any décor, they come in many varieties, different styles and sizes. No matter what candle you are shopping for or have already, there are candles holders of every type to suit. They are available everywhere, almost all good stores carry them, plus you can also find them at the many online stores. Candle holders are made from a variety of materials such as glass, wood, pewter and many different types of metals to suit any preference. The options are limitless.

A candle with a beautiful matching candle holder makes an elegant gift for any occasion. Candle holder gifts are great as they are but for that personal touch you can even have a personal inscription on it. Candles are excellent at creating a nice mood and making your home feel more inviting. A pillar candle could be added as a romantic touch to a dinner situation with a special someone. Or the warm glow of a candle can add some extra ambience to romantic bubble bath.

A candle could also be used to decorate your office or work space. Or the more traditional use, when the power goes off and the lights go out. There are many candle holders made for carrying around without burning yourself. Although candle holders add a decorative touch, its main purpose is to protect the surfaces of your furniture from hot wax damaging them.

A frosted glass pillar candle holder can add something extra to a candle and make a lovely addition to any centerpiece. However if your room uses more wooden furniture then you want a holder to match that furniture, you can buy or have a holder made in a variety of woods. If you want a more unique finish then a metal candle holder might be a better choice and they can be made with lovely intricate details.

A silver item is a popular choice when looking for an important gift, for an anniversary or wedding, or maybe as a family heirloom to pass down through the generations. Smaller alternative such as votive candle holders were initially designed to be used then discarded, however they are great as decorative items and to add an extra bit of light to any area in your home. These are normally made from glass or crystal.

There are also lots of holders on the market these days that use small tea light candles that are placed behind the holder and create a halo effect and back light the decorated holder.

Wall candle holders use votive candles, also known as “wall sconce’s” they can be both attractive and functional, if you live in a small apartment and lack space you can still enjoy the lovely light of a candle and not lose space

When it comes to buying tealights you will normally find you can buy them in huge bulk, a lot of stores will sell packs of 100 plain, white candles for only a few dollars, the scented candles tend to be sold in packs of 6, 12 and so on, these tend to cost a little bit extra.

These days you can also get LED tealight candles, these are battery powered and are great if you are worried about the dangers of fire in your home, if you have children running around you may not want any naked flames for them to hurt themselves on. It also means that they don’t give off any smoke or scent.

Buying A Tealight Candle Holder

Obviously you are going to need to get yourself a tealight candle holder if you are going to be using tealights around your home. If you don’t the little tin cups that the candle is poured into can get really hot and burn and mark the tops of your units or tables.

Thankfully tealight candle holders are generally quite similar in price to the candles, cheap. If you stop by somewhere like Target you will be able to find packs of 3 tea light holders for about $15 or less. The same goes for Ikea, they normally have a huge range of tealight holders, some made from glass, some from wood and so on, they normally have a really nice selection and as usual they are reasonably priced.

When it comes to using the votive candle holder it doesn’t matter why you want to use one, it can be solely for creating extra light in a specific part of your home, or if you want to create a nice look or atmosphere in your home, the votive candle holder works perfectly both ways. It also doesn’t matter how your home looks, you could have a really minimalist looking home, or a really extravagant looking home, either way these candle holders fit in perfectly.

Obviously candles have been getting used for hundreds of years all around the world, while they were first used solely for their function, creating light, these days while they still are used to create light in some parts of the world and all over the world if there is a power cut, more often these days candles are used for decorative purposes, creating a nice soft light and creating a wonderful feeling in the home. They are also great for lighting up areas of the home where a lot of light isn’t needed, like lounges, around the front door and on the patio or in the garden, which is one of my favorite places to use them. If im having a party out in the garden then my votive candle holders are not just getting used for the lovely light that they create, but also as a way to deter the flies and insects that are so annoying in the evening during the summer. You can either get candles which will attract the insects to them, so you place these around the garden, or you can get candles that scare the insects off, these you use closer to where you are sitting. If it wasn’t for candles in my garden I’d never use it at night.

Something that I have installed recently on my patio are wall votive candle holders, most of the candle holders we use are sat on a flat surface, but with these there is no risk of them being knocked over or someone burning themselves on them. They are positioned regularly around my patio and are perfect for keeping those insects away.

Another great place to use glass votive candle holders is in the bedroom. Not only are they romantic, but they are really relaxing too. If you struggle to get to sleep then candles mights be just the thing to help you get a good nights sleep. The flickering will somehow put you in a trance and right to sleep. If that doesn’t work then you can get specially scented candles, normally lavender, that can help to relax you and put you to sleep. You can of course use these scented candles elsewhere in the house, wherever you want to feel relaxed.

Votive candle holders really do add a little something special to your home, they create a lovely relaxing feel and a lovely atmosphere. Not only that but they are really cheap to buy, so you can have them all over your home and garden, giving your whole house a great relaxing feeling.

When you are burning aromatherapy candles, they release small amounts of essential oils. These chemicals enter your body and act on your brain. Though aromatherapy candles are not proven to cure illnesses they  can assist you in de-stressing and much more.
 
Some scented candles are not therapeutic. For effective results, try using only pure essential oils. They are made from different herbs and plants. Quality aromatherapy candles will say so on the label. And if you are unsure you can test your oils by placing a drop on a brown paper bag.  If there is an oily residue left after drying then you do not have a ‘pure essential oil’.
 

Some types of scented aromatherapy candles are made from bees wax or soy wax, or paraffin wax. Paraffin is the product most often used in the cheaper scented candles you find at discount stores. It has a few flaws. It is petroleum based so it leaves a dark mark on your candle holder, or wherever you place it and it is not good for you to inhale either. It just does not make good sense to put quality pure essential oils into candles made from paraffin wax. It is better to search for soy or bees wax candles for this purpose.
 

Which effects are you looking for?

To improve your mental alertness and memory:

 
Ginger based essential oils are often used to encourage confidence, to clear your head and improve your long and short term memory. Also if you are planning to have a lot of work or studying to do, a ginger infused aromatic candle is what you should choose.
 

Help in relaxing and fighting anxiety:

 
Lavender slows your brain waves and is a highly sought after aromatherapy candle scent. It relaxes you so you feel more comfortable and at peace. It soothes your body by way of your brain. Another scent that is helpful for a relaxing effect is tangerine. It also helps to energize you as does Bergamot. Sandalwood is very helpful for those of you who are prone to anxiety attacks.
 

For everyday stress:

 
Since stress can be consistent in our lives, try burning a chamomile scented candles while you have a cup of chamomile tea. Together they have a very a calming result.
 
To get into a happier mood and even as candle gifts.
 
Feeling down for no obvious reason? A bergamot candle can really lift your mood. It is sure to help calm your nerves, relax you and make you feel happy as if wafts through your room.
 
Use this as a guide to help you find the right aromatherapy candles for you today. These are really good to be given as a collection in a nice candle gift basket.

Making candles is simple. First decide what type of wax you want to use, beeswax, paraffin and soy. Each one has its own strengths. Paraffin is the most common type of wax. It costs less and is easy to find. Beeswax is another common choice because it is simple to work with it. Soy wax is becoming a popular choice. It is all natural and easy to clean up. All you need is soap and water.

You need less than a dozen things to get started. Get a large pot, wax, wicks, a wax melter, a candle making thermometer, a mold or container, putty for the molds, dyes and fragrances. Fill the pot about half way with water. Next, put it on a medium fire. Place the melter into the pot. Add the wax bit by bit into the melter. At this point, the mold you are going to use becomes important. If you are going to use a mold made of glass, plastic or cardboard, heat the wax to about 135 degrees. If your mold is made of metal, you can heat the wax to between 185 and 195 degrees. Use your candle thermometer to make sure you have the right temperature.

Once you have heated up your wax, it is decision time. If you want your candle to have a specific smell or color, now is the time to add the color or smell that you desire. Stir carefully. When you are satisfied with the smell and/or color, remove the melter from the pot and prepare to pour the wax into the mold. Place your wick in the center of the mold and slowly pour the wax in. Let the wax cool for 12hours and then refrigerate for an additional 12 to 15 hours.

Some people tailor the shape and size of the candle to the type of candle holder they plan to use. Votive candle holders allow the scent to be its richest. Some people use candle holders of glass or crystal. Others have wall candle holders or even hurricane candle holders. Whatever type of candle holder you use, your home made candle can bring you soft light, pleasing smells and the satisfaction of knowing you did it yourself.

The soft glow of votive candles creates a romantic ambiance in a bedroom. Glass candle holders placed on a dresser or bedside table provide just the right amount of light to create a warm relaxing feeling in the room. Candles can easily be incorporated into your bedroom décor. You can find a color that will blend with any decorating scheme you have. You might also want to consider using aromatherapy candles in your bedroom.

You can create a relaxing spa like atmosphere in your bathroom by placing a few votive candle holders along the edge of your tub. A crystal candle holder in a lotus design is truly elegant. You would most likely need several lotus style holders to provide ample light for bathing. The crystal lotus holder accommodates tea light candles which only provide minimal light when used singularly. The addition of a large hurricane globe with a pillar candle in it can provide more illumination yet still maintain a relaxing mood.

Some wall candle holders tend to be designed more for decorative purposes than for functional use. A wall mounted hurricane candle holder is both decorative and functional. There are various styles of wall mounted holders that can accommodate room designs ranging from rustic to modern. A wall mounted holder would create a welcome affect in your foyer. 

An accent table in any room is the perfect place for a candle holder or a collection of holders. A small table in a corner that would normally remain unnoticed becomes an area of interest when illuminated with candlelight. When assembling a collection of holders, hurricane globes are a good choice because they are available in so many sizes and designs. Some holders have a wooden or brass base and are designed to hold one candle. Some holders are large enough in diameter that you can create an interesting decorative affect by grouping several different sizes and colors of candles in one globe. You can mix globes with etched designs on them with clear globes for an interesting affect. 

Candles make a room feel warm and invite you to relax. They tend to soften the atmosphere wherever they are placed. Place a candle or a collection of candles in various rooms of your home and enjoy the peace and serenity they provide.

Safety is one of the main reasons to select a properly fitting candle holder for the style of candle you want to use. A candle holder keeps the candle standing stationery while it is burning and adds weight so that it cannot easily tip over. Candle holders are also designed to safely collect the wax that drips down the candle while it is burning and avoid having it run over onto a tabletop or tablecloth, causing a fire or ruining the surface of the table or cloth. Candle holders can also serve to protect the candle from wind or breezes that might extinguish the flame or cause it to transfer to other materials and catch fire

It’s important to match the style of candle to the proper candle holder. Tea lights are the smallest type of decorative candle and tea light holders can be designed to safely hold one lone tea light or numerous tea lights to create dramatic lighting. Wrought iron, ceramic and glass are among the many materials used to make tea light candle holders.

Votive candle holders are the next largest in size. Usually these are available in glass in a variety of colors so that when the lighted votive candle begins to burn down, there is a lovely glow of color emanating from the holder. Votive candle holders are most popular in glass, although they can also be made from opaque materials such as ceramic.

Pillar candles use candle holders that are round or square plates of glass with a bit of a lip on the circumference to prevent melted wax from overflowing the holder and a sharp spike in the center to anchor the candle. For an old-fashioned decorative effect, hurricane candle holders can be used to cover pillar candles. The open-ended bell-shaped clear glass dome fits over the candle as it rests on the candle holder bottom, allowing the candle to be in full view while it burns, all the time protecting it with a glass coverage that shields the flame from wind and moisture.

Wall candle holders are sconce’s that attach to the wall and have a tight socket into which the candle is inserted to stand upright. Some wall candle holders can also have clear or frosted glass hurricane covers that slip over the standing candle.

One of the most elegant ways to display taper or dinner candles on a dining room table is using crystal candle holders. The cut of the crystal glass nicely reflects the candle light and adds a warm glow to the room throughout the dining experience.

Floating candles, designed to float atop water, don’t sit in traditional candle holders, but can be placed in glass bowls of assorted sizes designed for floating candles. Fill with water, place pebbles or glass marbles at the bottom, then add the floating candles, along with flower blossoms for added effect.

The Right Location

Before complimenting your mantel with candles, remember to consider the heat factor. Glass candle holders can be very alluring, but be careful of ones that contain water for floating candles. A blazing fire can create a dramatic heat change that might crack your holder. Also avoid placing many fireplace candle holders directly on the hearth. These can be easily knocked over and will be dangerously close to the fire and tools you need to tend it.

A Captivating Light Show

The gentle flicker of a crackling fire is eye-catching. You can enhance this natural light with a crystal candle holder. Depending on the look you are going for you may prefer the variation of an engraved or stained glass candle holder. As the wick burns, the candle and fireplace light combined will make for an enjoyable evening!

Beyond the Fireplace

Fireplace candle holders do not have to remain directly on the mantel. There are wall candle holders that can be mounted just beside or on your fireplace. By using symmetry, you can create an appealing effect with two holders. If you are going for a more grandiose motif, use multiple candle holders in cascading positions.

Before you attach a wall candle holder, use caution. Make sure you will not damage the fireplace stone or brick. Double check your placement as well. If you discover your fireplace candle holders are not even, you may have to move one and create more holes. Use chalk or a marking device to notate screw positions then check them for proper positioning.

Lighting for Parties

Even if you do not normally use fireplace candle holders, you may wish to do so for a special occasion. Candles make wonderful party lighting; however always consider your guests. Avoid setting candles on surfaces that may be used for beverages or food. Also remember you will have many people in your home, so make sure no candle holders are precariously placed! If you do not wish to buy extravagant holders, votive candle holders offer an inexpensive way to light up your gathering.

Fireplace candle holders can add atmosphere to any living space. Whether you are spending a quiet evening with a loved one, or with twenty of your friends, you can put together the best lighting for any situation. Get more than just heat out of your fireplace by creating your own indoor light show.