OLD WEST RANCH HOUSE CANDLE HOLDER SET NW22111SET
A beautiful set of two old fashioned candle holders with finger handles (a loop to put fingers through to carry candle) with a flat thumb rest on top to keep the holder steady in your hand. This classic design features a dish/bowl plate base to catch any wax drips, and is constructed of solid brass. Each holder measures 2 by 3 1/2 inches. Comes in a set of two for DOUBLE THE CANDLE POWER compared to other single candle holder models on the market! (note: the previous claim was this description writers attempt at candel holder humor). |
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• Solid Brass
• Classic Design w/ finger loop & plate
• Set of 2 Holders
• 2" x 3 1/2 "
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CANDLE MAKING ON THE FRONTIER
Candlemaking was a chore for the children. The kids hated candlemaking. To make a candle, the children twisted string or strips of cloth into wicks. The pioneer children hung many wicks from a rod. They dipped the wicks many times into animal fat and vegtable fat that was saved from their meals. It took many dippings to make a candle that would be able to last one night. The candles were then hung to dry and harden.The pioneers used moose fat, bear oil, bayberries,and beeswax. The boiled candle wax that they used for dipping was called tallow. |
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