Candle Holders: Problem of Plenty
Recently, a friend brought me a pair of really wonderful Celtic-themed metal candleholders from Wales, where she had gone on holiday. On a trip to Los Angeles, however, I spotted candleholders that looked almost exactly the same at a fairly obscure candle supplies store, so evidently Celtic themes candleholders are obviously quite common in the country, though I don’t have the heart to tell my friend so.
That brings me to the popularity and increasing variation of candleholders in the market today. Even a few years ago, a candleholder was something you used to stick a candle in, period. These days, candleholders are home decoration items in their own right, quite apart from whether you wish to burn candles in them.
Inevitably, my fondness for candles has now grown to encompass candleholders as well, and I catch myself browsing the Net to find unusual designs in candleholders that I might want for myself, or as a gift.
During my searches, I have discovered that the pillared style is still the most popular when it comes to candleholders, though there is nothing traditional about their designs any longer. Typically, most candleholders are made of metal, wood, or glass. For example, I ordered the most beautiful set of frosted glass pillared candleholders the other day, which I am quite sure I will not burn a candle in. However, they are just perfect for the mantelpiece and besides, frosted glass protects the wood as well.
When made of metal, candle holders bear extraordinary carvings, while wooden candle holders can be used as the perfect accessories to your wooden furniture. The best thing about candleholders today is that they can accommodate candles of almost any shape, because they almost always have a fairly wide base and can hold oddly shaped candles very well. Also, there are candleholders that can securely hold more than one candle at a time, so you get great value for money.
Speaking of money, candle holders are wonderful as budget gifts too, because they are relatively inexpensive, which means you can buy quite a few without overstraining your wallet. I remember gifting a wrought iron candle holder set to my niece a few months ago. You wouldn’t believe how good it looks as a centerpiece in her new home, even though I say so myself!
These days, I find myself very taken with quirky candle holders shaped like flowers, dolphins, and even cows! I found a lovely set of pewter dolphins the other day, and have added them to my wish list. And I have my eye on a set of copper dandelions. Now let’s see…
Sorelle Crystal Snowflake Pillar Candle Holder
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DEER ANTLER PILLAR CANDLE HOLDER $19.88 |
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Lenox VERSAILLES Pillar Candleholder $35.00 |
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Hearth and Home Traditions LTD Punched Dark Metal Pillar Candle Holder $16.97 |
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285A PAIR OF MAHOGANY PLANT STANDS, PILLAR CANDLE STANDS, CANDLE HOLDERS $300.00 |
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ART GLASS PILLAR CANDLE HOLDER 8 3/4″T X 4 3/4″W NORTH AMERICAN MUST SEE $12.99 |
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6.25″ Resin Calla Lily Pillar Candle Holder $8.75 |
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white filigree design pillar candleholders set of 2 $15.00 |
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Partylite Aurora Lead Crystal Pillar Or Votive Candle Holder $14.99 |
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Pfaltzgraff TEA ROSE Pillar Candleholder 5554728 $19.99 |
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Porcelain ROSES -N- BUNNIES Pillar Candle Holder, NIB $6.99 |
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Pair of Pillar Candle Holders/Vases NIB $69.95 |
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Flower Vase Hand Blown Fine Crystal Vase, Bowl, Pillar Candle Holder No Pedestal $27.00 |
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Pfaltzgraff Yorktowne Candle Holder/Pillar $1.99 |
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28″ METAL PILLAR CANDLE HOLDER WHITE W/ GREEN LEAVES $12.00 |
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” ARIANAS GARDEN”PARTYLITE FAIRY PILLAR CANDLE HOLDER $0.99 |
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Home Interiors Wildflower Breeze pillar candle holder and shade complete set $4.99 |
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Set of Two glass Tea Light Votive Pillar Candle Holders Multiple Use with handle $12.71 |
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pillar candle holder twisted stem. 7 inch. reenactment larp sca wicca $1.58 |
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Cut Glass Candle Holder for Taper Candles and Pillar Candles $2.99 |
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PartyLite Light 6″ Stemmed Pillar Holder Candle Retired $24.99 |
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Orange Glass Hurricane Pillar Candle Holder W/ Base Home Decor Accent NEW I3794 $18.95 |
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Blue Floral Frosted Glass Pillar Candle Holder Bath Home Decor Accent NEW B4821 $11.95 |
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PartyLite Light 9″ Stemmed Pillar Holder Candle Retired $34.99 |
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ORIENTAL DESIGN METAL BAMBOO PILLAR CANDLE HOLDERS-2 $5.99 |
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Shannon Crystal Candle Holder Votive, Tea Light Pillar Margarita Glass Shape $12.00 |
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Vintage Look Large Shabby Wooden Pillar Candle Holder ♥Stag Lane Primitives♥ $9.49 |
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Christmas Country Bear Votive Pillar Ceramic Candle Holders Lodge Cabin Decor $16.20 |
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Vtg Look Smaller Shabby Wooden Pillar Candle Holder ♥Stag Lane Primitives ♥ $9.49 |
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Flared Round Hurricane Glass Pillar Candle Holder $22.50 |
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Flared Round Hurricane Glass Pillar Candle Holder $19.00 |
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CHRISTMAS PILLAR CANDLE HOLDER/4 3/4″x8″ $9.99 |
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Christmas Snowman Pillar Candle Holder In Box $9.99 |
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White Mermaid Metal Pillar Candle Holder Whimsical $30.00 |
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PARTYLITE P7374 7″ QUAD PRISM GLASS PEDESTAL PILLAR STAND VASE CANDLE HOLDER $9.99 |
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Brighton Kismet Pillar Candle Holder with candle!! *NWT* G40270 $69.99 |
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LONGABERGER Pottery Pillar Candle Holder ~ Paprika ~ $18.95 |
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Pillar Candle Holder Pinecone Rustic Iron Lodge Style $19.60 |
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Iridescent Pink Yellow Green 8 INCH Glass Floating Pillar Candle Holder – EUC $9.99 |
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Hurricane Round Glass Pillar Candle Holder Vase Wedding $31.50 |
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Set of 2 Deer Antler Look Pillar Candle Holders $64.99 |
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21 In. Crackle Finish Fleur de Lis Pillar Candle Holder $54.99 |
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Hurricane Round Glass Pillar Candle Holder Vase Bubble $16.31 |
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Hurricane Round Glass Pillar Candle Holder Vase Bubble $32.50 |
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New Tall Twisted Iron Pillar Candle Holder w/Tiered Wood Base~21″ $34.99 |
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Fleur De Lis Bronze Pillar Traditional Candle Holder $36.00 |
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TWO PEWTER 7.25″ TALL TAPER / PILLAR CANDLE HOLDERS – CUTOUTS ON STEMS $24.99 |
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Dragon Pillar Candle Holder $19.99 |
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Old World Tuscan Wall Sconce Pillar Candleholder Twisted Rope Design $159.77 |
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Dragon & Gargoyle Pillar Candle Holder $24.99 |
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METAL BALL / PILLAR CANDLE HOLDER WALL HANGING LANTERN $14.99 |
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Godinger Lotus Candlesticks, Set of 2 $32.97 Godinger is a unique company that specializes in handmade silver, pewter, crystal and elite gift items. From wedding gifts, candlesticks, barware, bakeware, tea sets and frames, you are sure to find the ideal item for any special occasion. Godinger’s goal is to provide you the customer, with a piece that expresses a “one of a kind” sense of style and quality at affo… |
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Import Collection Regal Candle/Pillar Holders, 3 Styles $27.50 Import Collection Regal Candle/Pillar Holders (3 styles), Nothing warms a room like a candle, and our tall, delicately antiqued pillar holders are an elegant way to display yours…. |
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Crystal Clear Pinwheel Coasters or Pillar Holders, Set of 4 $7.44 Crystal Clear presents these beautiful crystal coasters/pillar holders. Add glamour to you table with these stunning pieces…. |
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Inglow CG10286CR6 Battery-Operated 1-3/4-Inch Flameless Wax-Covered LED Votive Candle, 6-Pack, Cream $10.13 … |
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Inglow CG54600CR00 Flameless Round 6-Inch Pillar Candle, Cream $11.55 … |
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Libbey 6 x 14 H Hurricane Shade – Case = 4 $30.39 Libbey hurricane shade, 6″ diam x 14″ h this large glass shade is the same curvy shape as a traditional hurricane glass, only a full 14″ tall and 6″ in diameter. height: 14″ top diameter: 5-1/4″ bottom diameter: 5-1/4″ maximum diameter: 6″ scc#: 17576601 210511 – Case = 4… |
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Cathy’s Concepts Silver Pillar Candle Holder $20.30 An ideal complimentary piece to any signature unity or memorial candle, our Silver Pillar Candle Holder looks incredible in any setting. Whether you’re decorating a wedding day alter or a furnished mantle, this classically designed candle stand gives the appropriate amount of lift to every candle it upholds. Crafted of silver-plated metal and structured with smooth, round edges, it is one piece of… |
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Personalized Ivory/Gold 3 Piece Corinthians Unity Candle Set (Ivory) (12H x 8W x 3D) $59.99 The ivory Personalized 3 Piece Corinthians Unity Candle Set adds a personal touch to your ceremony. Customize the pillar candle with your first names and wedding date. The candles are united by an elegant candle holder, this is a chic addition to any wedding. Inscribed with the bible verse 1 Corinthians 13:4-7. Pillar candle measures 3″W x 9″ T. Tapers measure 10″ T. Assembly level/degree of diffi… |
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Harvest Floral Pillar Candle Holder Centerpiece By Collections Etc $19.99 … |
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IMAX Candleholder 11.25h x 25w x 9 Wrought iron 100% $59.59 Candleholder…. |