Trick Out Your Table with DIY Geometric Candle Holders

Nov 16, 2014

Looking for some holiday decor that doesn’t go out of style as soon as January hits? We’ve got you covered with these fun geometric candle holders. These towering tapers really make a statement on your table or mantel, and are reusable year round. Just switch out these thin ¼-inch tapers and light em’ up!

We teamed up with A Subtle Revelry to give you this easy Geometric Candle Holders Kit as part of Brit Kit Collabs.

What are Brit Kit Collabs? Glad you asked! We teamed up with eight of our favorite makers, bloggers and designers to create a brand new set of nine exclusive Brit Kits, just in time for the holidays. Head to the shop to check ’em all out, and follow along to learn how to create your own set of stacked geometric candle holders. You can get everything you need to create this project in our Geometric Candle Holders Kit] for just $25 in the B+C Shop!

Learn more about Victoria Hudgins of A Subtle Revelry by checking out her maker profile right here. Now, how’s about we start stacking?

Materials + Tools:

– wood beads

– wood blocks

– white paint pen

– super glue

– thin taper candles

Instructions:

1. Draw designs onto wood beads and blocks using your paint pen, and let dry.

2. Unscrew the cap and puncture the seal underneath on your tube of super glue.

3. Dab a small amount of glue onto your wood blocks.

4. Hold pieces together for 30 seconds to set the glue, and keep stacking up blocks and beads with glue.

5. Before glueing on the final bead, insert a candle into one end of the bead.

6. Carefully rotate the candle as you insert it, and clear away any extra wax that flakes off.

7. Glue this last piece onto the rest of your candlestick, and hold for 30 seconds.

8. Repeat for 6 total candlesticks, and display on your table or mantel!

Your dream tablescape awaits! Grab a kit and lets get making.

First off, dive right into your paint pen designs by drawing on all your wood blocks and beads. Make sure to shake that paint pen up and press down on the tip repeatedly to get the paint going. It may take two coats to get a bright white, so make the rounds once and then come back and paint over your designs again once they’ve dried.

Here’s an added trick for the round wood beads: stick the bead onto a sharpened pencil while you’re painting, and then place the pencil in a glass or jar to let dry.

Now it’s time to stack these babies up! Make sure to pierce the internal foil seal in your tube of super glue, and screw the applicator tip back on before squeezing any glue out. Then dab a small amount of glue onto the underside of your wood blocks, stack on top of each other, and hold for 30 seconds to secure the glue.

Continue to glue blocks and beads on top of each other, holding each tier for 30 seconds.

Before glueing your final bead on top, take one candle and carefully twist the bottom end into the top of the bead until it fits snug. This will shave off a small amount of wax as you twist the candle into the bead.

Brush away the excess wax and glue the final bead on top of the others.

Repeat for 6 total candle holders of all different heights, and display them proudly on your table or mantel!

As we’re gearing up for the holidays, we like to think of these as the modern girl’s snow capped decor. But these would also make adorable birthday candles or a cute centerpiece for Sunday brunch!

What other unexpected DIYs would you make from wood beads? Tell us in the comments below!

Candle Lovers! We Found 20 Fall Scents You'll Want To Burn All Day Long

Candles add an extra layer of coziness to the season. Whether you're curling up with a good book, hosting a fall gathering, or just looking to create a cozy vibe, the right fall candle can transform your space into a fall-scented haven. From the warm, spicy notes of cinnamon and clove to the sweet scents of pumpkin, apple, and vanilla, these are our favorite candles for the season.

Fall Scented Candles

Nest

Nest Pumpkin Chai Classic Candle

Your favorite tea and this blend of wild pumpkin, spicy masala chai, cardamom, ginger, and cinnamon will warm you right up this season.

Nordstrom

Apotheke Pumpkin Ginger 3-Wick Candle

Brighten your fall days with fresh roasted pumpkin topped with a spicy blend of ginger, clove, and cinnamon.

Anthropologie

Voluspa Japonica Spiced Pumpkin Latte Glass Jar Candle

Pumpkin spice girls will love this Spiced Pumpkin Latte candle with a hint of vanilla.

Amazon

Calyan Wax Apples & Maple Bourbon

Your sweet tooth might be tempted by this brown sugar, maple syrup, baked apple and a drop or two of Kentucky's finest infused with cinnamon leaf, tangerine, mandarin, and orange essential oils.

Anthropologie

Anthropologie Handpainted Pumpkin Glass Pumpkin Candle

For a more decorative vessel, check out this Anthro handpainted glass candle with notes of nutmeg, cinnamon bark, amber, and cedarwood.

Sweet Water Decor

Sweet Water Fall Leaves Candle

Light up your childhood memories with this fall leaves scented candle with notes of apple, orange, cinnamon, and cloves.

Rejuvenation

Rejuvenation Harvest Pumpkin Linnea Candle

Handcrafted in small batches, this candle is autumn in a jar with pumpkin, thyme, and warm spices .

Nordstrom

Homesick Peak Foliage Candle

Imagine a cool fall day with hot apple cider and pumpkin spice and you have this candle. Top notes include nutmeg, lemon, and eucalyptus.

Brooklyn Candle Studio

Brooklyn Candle Limited Edition Toasted Pumpkin

Toasted pumpkin seeds, cardamom, nutmeg, clove, and cinnamon notes are the scent of chill in the air and soup on the stove. Made in Brooklyn, these soy wax candles are vegan, cruelty-free, phthalate-free, and petroleum-free.

Williams Sonoma

Williams Sonoma Pumpkin Spice Candle

This beeswax and vegetable wax blend features a classic scent for the coziest fall days.

Amazon

FF Spiced Pumpkin Scented Candle

Relax with an aromatherapy of pumpkin, cinnamon, cloves, and vanilla.

Forvr Mood

Forvr Mood Spice of Life Candle

B+C editor Jasmine loves this fiery, bold fragrance that blends ginger, lemongrass, and clementine. Forvr Mood collabed with Claude Kameni, an African designer who uses traditional Nigerian patterns, to design each vessel with a custom Kameni print. It makes a great gift!

Woodsy Fall Scents

Jenni Kayne

Jenni Kayne Cedar Candle

Grab your cozy fall sweater and sit by a candle fire with romantic notes of rose, tobacco leaf, fir needle, and cedarwood.

HomeCourt

HomeCourt Cece Candle

This new brand from actress Courtney Cox uses eco-friendly and sustainably sourced ingredients. The Cece Candle has notes of cedarwood smoke, sweet cardamom, cinnamon, and white leather.

(Malin + Goetz)

(Malin + Goetz) Leather Candle

The rustic smell of smooth leather combined with muted florals has a bit of a '70s vintage vibe.

Public Goods

Public Goods Cedar & Suede Soy Candle

This sandalwood, jasmine, Turkish rose, amber, and notes of leather bring you warm and woodsy spice at home.

Baobab Collection

Les Prestigieuses Encre De Chine Scented Candle

This is another one of Jasmine's favorites with hints of leather, sequoia, and amber.

Buck Mason

Buck Mason LP Candle

B+C editor Kayla loves this hand-poured ceramic candle inspired by Lone Pine, California with notes of atlas cedar, charred hickory, musk, and amber. "I use it every day, it's that good!," she says.

Anthropologie

Capri Blue Volcano Capiz Jar Candle

B+C editor Haley loves this popular citrus scent for fall with sugared oranges, lemons, and limes. Plus, the pearl-esque jar goes with all of her home decor as she shifts from season to season!

Otherland Moonstruck Candle

B+C editor Meredith finds this one "not overtly fall-y, but I’ve been loving it for the woody/leathery smell! It honestly smells like incense." The Moonstruck variety has hints of sweet myrrh, white mahogany, and smoked birch.

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Why Timothée Chalamet Abandoned “Good Friend” Austin Butler’s ‘Elvis’ Method For Bob Dylan Role

Austin Butler as Elvis, Selena Gomez as Linda Rondstat, and now Timothée Chalamet as Bob Dylan — there will never be enough biopics for me! (The real question is when are we going to get a Taylor Swift movie?). When pictures from the set of the new Bob Dylan movie, A Complete Unknown, hit Twitter, I had to do a double take because Timothée Chalamet looks so much like the musician I couldn't believe my eyes! You can watch the A Complete Unknown trailer here.

Timothée is going to be joined by Met Gala queen Elle Fanning, as well as Top Gun superstar Monica Barbaro. Here's everything you need to know about the movie — and our favorite Bob Dylan songs to listen to while you wait for its release.

Keep reading to see the latest updates from Timothée Chalamet's Bob Dylan biopic A Complete Unknown.

Timothée Chalamet stars in A Complete Unknown, coming to theaters December 25, 2024.
He's joined by Elle Fanning and Monica Barbaro.
The movie follows Bob Dylan's career in the 1960s as he rises to fame and later shifts from folk to rock'n'roll.

Did Timothée Chalamet take inspiration from Austin Butler’s Elvis?

Timothée Chalamet recently revealed that while he originally wanted to approach A Complete Unknown by taking direct inspiration from Bob Dylan, he quickly changed his tone...so to speak. "Somebody once said to me, you can't make a movie about a painter because it's not interesting to watch paint dry," he says in People's exclusive video. "Bob has that element because he's not one of these forward-facing musicians."

While Timmy saw Natalie Portman a sequence in Jackie "step-for-step exactly what Jackie did," and paid attention to "all this stuff that I saw my good friend Austin Butler crush it with on Elvis," he quickly realized "I gotta do none of this because this is not my style."

"Bob did not have a vocal coach," he continues. "He had two bottles of red wine and four packs of cigarettes. There's no way to impersonate that." One of my favorite things about biopics is seeing how a well-known actor portrays a recognizable figure. And you can see Timothée Chalamet's interpretation of Bob Dylan in theaters December 25!

Monica Barbaro Sings Her Heart Out

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We got a look at Monica Barbaro as singer-songwriter Joan Baez, who was one of the first major artists in the 1960s to record Bob Dylan's music!

I was super impressed to learn Timothée showed up and sang live for the film. "It was important for me to play and sing on set because it was in the spirit of the movie to do it live," he says in a video from People. "Many of the artists through American pop culture that had the balls to turn their back on what was expected of them, that moment started with Bob. His words are relevant; 'Times They are A Changing' ' is relevant, 'Blowin' in the Wind' is relevant."

Elle Fanning and Timothée Chalamet In "A Complete Unknown"

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Elle Fanning totally embodies the late '60s vibe in this fall outfit. The bold maroon blazer, the long straight hair, and the striped turtleneck — I love it all! Elle is starring this Bob Dylan movie as Sylvie Russo, a university student and artist Bob falls for in the '60s.

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Thanks to some onset leaks, we also got a glimpse of the movie's version of The Freewheelin'! Elle Fanning and Timothée Chalamet look incredible as Sylvia Russo and Bob Dylan. I'm a sucker for any kind of recreation, so seeing this new version of the classic record cover is incredible!!

The First Pictures From Timothée Chalamet's Bob Dylan Movie

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Timothée Chalamet has totally transformed into Bob Dylan on the set of A Complete Unknown. And when I saw the pictures of Timothée carrying the guitar my jaw dropped!! He completely engrossed himself in Wonka and Dune 2 and I'm so excited to see him do the same for this Bob Dylan movie.

What is the movie about Bob Dylan called?

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A Complete Unknown Plot

Timothée Chalamet's Bob Dylan movie is called A Complete Unknown. The movie filmed around New York City in the spring of 2024, and James Mangold is serving as director (you might recognize his name from Logan, Girl, Interrupted, and Walk the Line). The movie will cover the period during the 1960s when Bob Dylan shifted from folk to rock'n'roll, changing the face of pop culture (and culture in general, TBH), forever.

"When that movie finally comes out, people are going to be shocked because you're going to think you're hearing Bob Dylan sing," vocal coach Eric Vetro tells PEOPLE. "[Timothée Chalamet] just has this uncanny ability to not impersonate, but really breathe life into it. He's embodying Bob Dylan and what he was like at that age."

Who else is in A Complete Unknown with Timothée Chalamet?

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A Complete Unknown Cast

The A Complete Unknown cast is incredible! Alongside Timothée Chalamet as Bob Dylan, we'll see Top Gun: Maverick's Monica Barbaro as Joan Baez, Elle Fanning as Sylvie Russo, Edward Norton as Pete Seeger, Boyd Holbrook as Johnny Cash, and Nick Offerman as Alan Lomax.

When is the Bob Dylan movie coming out?

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A Complete Unknown Release Date

A Complete Unknown will hit theaters on December 25, 2024. And since Timothée Chalamet has been seen in turtlenecks, hats, and jackets on set, this sounds like the perfect cozy movie to me!

I always need some brand new music to listen to once the weather gets chilly, and I will for sure be listening to anything Timothée records.

What song did Bob Dylan write for a movie?

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Bob Dylan wrote "Things Have Changed" for the 2000 movie Wonder Boys, which starred Michael Douglas, Tobey Maguire, and Katie Holmes. This Bob Dylan song ended up winning the Academy Award for Best Original Songand the Golden Globe Award for Best Original Song!

"Knockin' On Heaven's Door," which is arguably the singer's most popular track, was released two months after the 1973 premiere of Pat Garrett and Billy the Kid as a part of the film's soundtrack.

What are some other Bob Dylan songs to listen to?

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I totally agree that one of the best Bob Dylan songs is "Knockin' On Heaven's Door," but "Blowin' In The Wind" and "The Times They Are A-Changin'" are also great songs to listen to if you're a new Bob Dylan fan. So far, "The Times They Are A-Changin'" is my personal favorite song.

His style is the perfect blend of rock and folk that reminds me of summer picnics and walks in the woods. His sound also reportedly inspired Taylor Swift's Folklore!

What are you most excited to see in Timothée Chalamet's Bob Dylan movie A Complete Unknown? Check out our Facebook for more movie news!

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These 'Gilmore Girls' Incense Burners Are The Perfect Start To Fall

I really, really love to burn candles. Even when it's hot outside, there's some thing that feels innately cozy and comforting about their warm glow. Plus, it makes my whole room smell so much better. But unfortunately, candles can have some not-so-romantic side effects.

According to a study from Regulatory Toxicology and Pharmacology, burning candles can release carcinogens like formaldehyde and benzene. While the concentrations are very low, meaning they likely won't cause long-term damage, I still don't love the idea of letting harmful emissions loose in my home. That's why when I found these Gilmore Girlsincense burners from the UK and Dubai-based Ajouter, I knew I had to have one immediately. Because I can't live in Stars Hollow, I'm bringing Stars Hollow to me. They might be on pre-order now but I rounded up the best Gilmore Girls products on our Amazon storefront to hold you over until you can stock up ;).

Lukes Diner 2 in 1 Coffee Mug Gilmore Girls Melt Burner and Incense Burner

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You no longer have to just imagine having a cup of coffee from Luke's Diner. You can now add one to your house! Of course, this isn't a cup of coffee you want to drink – it's an incense burner! This product features two options: either burn coffee bean-shaped melts for a little extra color or incense cones so you can have steam rising from the the mug like a real cup of coffee.

No matter what kind of incense you pick, this is exactly the kind of Gilmore Girls merch your needs if your annual Gilmore girls rewatch starts September 1. Just choose between the Pumpkin Spice Latte and Pumpkin Pancakes & Cinnamon Butter scents and you're golden.

Dragonfly Inn Gilmore Girls Incense Holder

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As someone who loves dollhouses and scale models, my jaw dropped when I saw this incense holder that looks like the Dragonfly Inn. You just place an incense cone in the back of the holder and enjoy the scents of Stars Hollow!

Sadly, my apartment doesn't have much space for scale models, but considering this product is multipurpose (and it would take up the same amount of space a row of candles would) it makes perfect sense for my living room. I wonder if there's a tiny Lorelei, Rory, and Sookie I could buy to stand outside?

More Gilmore Girls Products You Can Find On Our Amazon Storefront

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Stars Hollow Book Club Tote Bag

Channel your inner Rory Gilmore with this tote bag that's perfect for all your books!

Amazon

The Third Gilmore Girl: A Memoir

Get a whole new look at Gilmore Girls through the lens of Emily Gilmore herself with The Third Gilmore Girl.

Amazon

Luke's Diner Sweatshirt

This sweatshirt is cozy and simple — Luke would definitely approve!

Amazon

Gilmore Girls: The Official Cookbook

Get in on all the mouthwatering Gilmore Girls recipes with this cookbook!

Amazon

Vintage Hotel Motel Keychain

This is just another step closer to finally staying at the Dragonfly Inn.

Amazon

Hallmark Gilmore Girls 1,000-Piece Jigsaw Puzzle

Nothing's cozier than a rainy day with a puzzle. A Gilmore Girls puzzle is even better!

Tag someone who needs these Gilmore Girls incense burners on Instagram!

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Renée Zellwegger & Leo Woodall Prove Age Gaps Are Sexy In 'Bridget Jones: Mad About The Boy' Trailer

If you're a rom-com fan who also can't get enough of Jane Austen's books, you've probably seen the Bridget Jones movies. The story (which is loosely based on Pride & Prejudice) follows the titular Bridget Jones, a 30-something who sets out on a mission to improve herself over the course of a year while she looks for a partner. And, in true romantic movie form, she keeps a diary the whole time. Not only can we rewatch the original trilogy as many times as we want, but we're also getting a fourth movie! Here's everything we know about Bridget Jones 4.