Candle Tip #1: Decorate candles with gold and silver star stickers or buttons (For 'looks' only. Remove the decorations before burning the candle).

Candle Tip #2: Embellish candlesticks with holiday-themed candles, then attach pretty bows. Note: an arrangement of 3 or 5 candleholders is more interesting than an even number.

Candle Tip #3: Use old metal trophies as holders for large pillar-type candles. Vary the heights and shapes of candles and trophies to create an interesting display. The metal looks especially good at the holidays, as it reflects the candlelight. The old patina adds character and interest.

Candle Tip #4: If you collect odd pieces of china or have pieces you'd love to use more often --put your treasures to good use as candleholders. Place tealights in antique teacups or on saucers, so as not to get any wax on your china.

Candle Tip #5: Place a pillar candle in the center of a fruit bowl and surround with potpourri.

Candle Tip #6: Pour sand in a jar and add a pillar candle, shells and a magnolia sprig for a coast-inspired holiday decoration.

Candle Tip #7: Tie cinnamon sticks around a pillar and secure with pieces of rawhide. Remove before burning.

Candle Tip #8: Create a candy cane pillar: Tape-off a striped design, apply spray paint in desired color.

Candle Tip #9: For an inexpensive centerpiece, fill a paper bag (white or colored bags are available at your local store) with sand and add a candle to create a pretty luminary.

Candle Tip #10: Add winter-themed decorative rings to your taper candles.

Candle Tip #11: Tie candles together in cluster with holiday ribbon. Embellish with mini pinecones, pine clippings, etc.