Twelve Candles

I was at my friend Allison's a few weeks back and she offered me this . . . .

can you believe it! I think it is wonderful. I was informed by a reader (thank you Abby!) that these wooden pieces were used to form sugar cones when sugar was very expensive. The cones would traditionally be wrapped in paper and stored under lock and key in colonial times. Abby is a prop stylist and has used these before to display flowers, spices, herbs, flatware and candles. I cannot wait to swap out the displays as our seasons change as well.

Allison had initially tried to use this in her craft room (which is absolutely amazing) but because the holes are cone shaped they were not functional for her because the bottom is so narrow.
The first thing that popped in my mind were these candles we had left over from our wedding reception four years ago.
They fit just right and make the kitchen table quite cozy as we head into the winter months. With that said, I know that they will only be lit on very special occasions because having a three year old makes this a bit dang-er-ous!

Thank you again Allison.

Welcome Tuesday.