It all started when I got a bridal mag in the mail today and saw these large square plexi glass boxes with many different sized candle in it. I wanted to try it since I had given up on finding affordable candelabras that I liked. SO I go tot michaels and they didnt have them but I bought a bunch of things to 'play' with like ribbon, fake rose petals, crystal garland etc. Then I go to walmart where I find a round glass bowl with a very wide opening, so I think I could do the different sized candles in them. SOOOOoooo Im on my way out and decide to pick up some tea light.. well I found the PERFECT candelabras for what I was thinking. They are rust and hold 7 candles.. beautiful. The best part... they were 9.82!!!!!
They only had 3 which means I will be on a mad internet and walmart hunt so a while, but OH MY GOODNESS!!!!! If anyone sees them at walmarts by them please let me know.
Here are pics!!!! Oh the candles are two colors... they will be all one when all is said and done.. one if ivory and the other off white.. which do you like better? My theme is antique/vintage-ish so it totally goes right?
here is who it actually look lit.. I turned off all flash and settings on my camera to get the real deal
Mrs. dleeny
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OMG!!! I bought the same ones!!! They look gorgeous! Are you using unscented candles?
you definitely should use unscented candles. people will be eating near them. and also, the whole room would fill up with the smell from the candles and it would be very over-powering (like walking into Yankee Candles in the mall)
wendy1220
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Perfect! They're really pretty, I like the off white candles. Great find!
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OMG!!! I bought the same ones!!! They look gorgeous! Are you using unscented candles?
you definitely should use unscented candles. people will be eating near them. and also, the whole room would fill up with the smell from the candles and it would be very over-powering (like walking into Yankee Candles in the mall)
I know, that's why I was asking, esp w/ that many of them! Does anyone know where to get inexpensive unscented candles? (besides Michaels)
alioop4282
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Beautiful and affordable and LOOKS expensive! Perfect!
Jen2999
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Yes I will definitely be using unsented candles...
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Went to the other walmart near me and got 3 more. SO I have 6 ... I guess I would need 6-10 more
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very pretty!!
suzybilly819
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very nice
pavum
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also try http://cudge.net/candles.html for cheap candles
FrogGirl0917
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thats great! and they so go with the vintage theme
Jen2999
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also try http://cudge.net/candles.html for cheap candles
They dont have the size pillars i need
Mrs. dleeny
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OMG!!! I bought the same ones!!! They look gorgeous! Are you using unscented candles?
you definitely should use unscented candles. people will be eating near them. and also, the whole room would fill up with the smell from the candles and it would be very over-powering (like walking into Yankee Candles in the mall)
I know, that's why I was asking, esp w/ that many of them! Does anyone know where to get inexpensive unscented candles? (besides Michaels)
AC Moore. They have this exact size for $1 a piece, that's a great deal!
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That will be beautiful!
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That's lovely! I was actually thinking of doing candles, but I wanted some opinions - we're having an afternoon October wedding... is candles strictly for night time? I think theyre elegant, but dont know if theyll be silly looking in the day time
Check out Linens N Things for candles... they usually have 6 packs for $5.99 and a 20% off coupon...
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That's lovely! I was actually thinking of doing candles, but I wanted some opinions - we're having an afternoon October wedding... is candles strictly for night time? I think theyre elegant, but dont know if theyll be silly looking in the day time
Check out Linens N Things for candles... they usually have 6 packs for $5.99 and a 20% off coupon...
I totally think you could do afternoon candles in october.. it is very fall-ish
Kris516
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Beautiful - def goes with your theme too.
Jen2999
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Beautiful - def goes with your theme too.
YAY I know.. and if I do golds and reds I can do the wine in red and gold organza bags and it will look awesome!!!!!!
I also will have these for the cake and placecard table
NPTbride
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Congratulations! It is stunning. I LOVE candle centerpieces.
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Jen, they are gorgeous and will look great at CLM. Did you check with them to make sure they allow the open flame? I think the ivory candles will lokk great with the table cloth.
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Jen, they are gorgeous and will look great at CLM. Did you check with them to make sure they allow the open flame? I think the ivory candles will lokk great with the table cloth.
I didnt check but they provide tapers so im thinking it is ok. Im scared to call and ask because then if it is a no I cant play dumb...LOL
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They are really nice. I like the off white better.
