This time of the year, it’s always nice to keep assorted candles handy in case the electricity goes out, or just to set a certain mood. Votive lights, long elegant tapers, and even coiled beeswax candles are always welcome. A collection of wrought iron candle holders can be very beautiful for your candles, and add a nice decorative touch to your home when they are not being put to use.
I started collecting wrought iron candle holders a long time ago, because I have a passion for anything made from wrought iron, and I like burning candles. Two of my favorite wrought iron candle holders are the Courting Candle and the Outhouse Candle. It has just a simple base with a round handle and held a long taper. Kind of like the one Scrooge carried in A Christmas Carol!
Outhouse Candle from A Christmas Carol
I actually lived in the mountains for five years and had an outhouse, so I really came to appreciate the outhouse candle holder and candle. It’s easier to carry “up the hill” than a lantern and gives just enough light to light the way to and from the outhouse and the house.
Another charming candle holder is the Courting Candle, or the Amish Courting Candle.
These candle holders were very popular at the turn of the century, and had a very specific purpose. They functioned as a “courting” timer. When a young man came courting the young lady of a household, the father would check him out, and adjust how long the candle would stay lit based on his impression of the young man. When the candle went out, the young man went home. Of course, being entirely adjustable, the father could change his mind during the visit and shorten or extend the young man’s stay.
Mini candelabras that hold votive candles are another nice touch and they give off a nice ambiance at the dinner table, as do the larger candelabras. But I am especially fond of the atmosphere the wall sconce candle holders give to a room. The light is soft and wavery and can be very soothing and romantic.
Find a corner in your home where you can collect some of these lovely wrought iron candle holders and keep your supply of candles well stocked because you’ll definitely want to use your candle holders.
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