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    That's a wrap: Simple or elaborate, garlands make holiday decorations shine  Nov 30, 2008
    "Start with something you love, such as a collection of snowmen, dolls or nutcrackers. Decide on a theme or a scene you want to create. The idea could be as simple as candlesticks and candles.". At his store on Union Street, Sider, co-owner Rudy Grant and their staff have assembled a fantasy land of holiday dcor. (Albany Times Union)

    The Final Word  Nov 26, 2008
    The pineapple "turkey" is reprising its role as the centerpiece between the candlesticks. And then there's the ever-growing flock of turkeys roosting here and there around the house. (USA Today -- Life)

    The CEO of Thanksgiving dinner  Nov 26, 2008
    Assumptions that a forgetful niece will remember the candlesticks on her own, that a best friend won't make that same sexually suggestive toast again mean sure failure. This style of management can be exhausting, though, and runs the risk of everyone talking for years to come about what a control freak you are. (International Herald Tribune -- Travel)

    Spend less, enjoy holidays more  Nov 23, 2008
    "I'm paying more attention to where I'm buying for them. I love the Pottery Barn, but (my friends) don't need another set of candlesticks.". Instead of buying gifts for work friends, bake for them (if you're a decent baker). (Albany Times Union)

    Desert accents beautify table  Nov 22, 2008
    These gold candlesticks are $12. 99 each at Target. (AZCentral -- Home)

    Get Festive Ideas from Your Favorite Designers on HGTV.com's New "Holiday Inspiration" Video Series  Nov 22, 2008
    Sparkle Josh Johnson turns an empty entryway into a by simply draping decorative fabrics and using large, metallic vases and pillar candlesticks. John Gidding treats the as a blank canvas, covering it with a wash of fuchsia floodlights to add a contemporary touch. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)

    Designers delight in stretching furnitures uses  Nov 21, 2008
    And, although it was built to hold clothes, its three wide drawers now comfortably store Perkins table linens, napkins, candlesticks and napkin rings in an area near her dining room. It s just a nice piece of furniture. (Racine Journal Times, WI)

    Mayflower Pilgrim Peter Browne  Nov 17, 2008
    Household goods included a variety of bedding, cooking utensils, two brass candlesticks, some pewter and the essential chamber pot. The household had a Bible, a cradle and several chests. (Suite101.com)

    5 tips for setting an inviting holiday table  Nov 16, 2008
    Votives with individual aluminum holders are an inexpensive alternative to fancy candlesticks, and they can be arranged or scattered. -- Leave the wine (he, of course, recommends Beringer) and water on the table so guests can feel free to serve themselves. (San Francisco Chronicle)

    Church columnists: November 12, 2008  Nov 12, 2008
    Mass has nothing to do with the sound system, the color of the carpet, the gold of the candlesticks or the new air-conditioning system. Mass isn't about whether you like or don't like the Pastor, think the music is too modern or too traditional, or like or don't like the coffee and pancakes afterwards. (Catoosa County News, GA)

    Designers share their favorite tricks for brightening up rooms  Nov 11, 2008
    Displaying a collection of things you love together, such as white pottery, antique boxes, candlesticks, art or books, creates more drama and adds a personal touch to your environment. The objects themselves become more than just "things.". (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)

    Camping tips  Nov 11, 2008
    If you must burn candles always place them in proper candlesticks to prevent them from falling over. Painting tent poles and pegs in phosphorescent paint will prevent accidents at night. (iAfrica.com)

    Weekly Outlook: November 3, 2008  Nov 3, 2008
    Additionally, the market expectation is to find price volatility dying down and hopefully some consistency to return beyond the type where the bulk of gains can be found in a handful on intraday candlesticks. Nonetheless, coming on the heels of four and five percent days being the norm--bulls need to remember that even one or two percent decliners can pinch. (Forbes -- Markets)

    Staying Home  Nov 3, 2008
    Those old ornaments, the carefully polished candlesticks, the turkey-shaped platters on the sideboard won't be hokey this year. This year, they'll make family and guests know they've come home for the holidays. (San Francisco Chronicle)

    Fall home trends: natural wood, plum, mustard and warm  Oct 24, 2008
    Embroidered natural fiber shower curtains, crewelwork pillows, chunky knit throws and crudely carved candlesticks are turning up in small doses even in formal, traditional settings ... Burl and natural wood lamps, vases and candlesticks are hot, hot, hot. (Herald Online, SC -- Lifestyles)

    Find a variety of handmade items on sale at the Fall Bazaar  Oct 23, 2008
    Havlan started his woodworking 60 years ago in a school shop class where students made candlesticks. He picked the hobby back up about 20 years ago. (Walnut Creek Rossmoor News, CA)

    $4M Stradivarius violin stolen in Germany  Oct 22, 2008
    Police: Silver candlesticks, oil painting, medals and two violins were taken ... She said on Tuesday that silver candlesticks, an oil painting, medals belonging to the owner's family and two violins -- including the Stradivarius -- were taken. (CNN -- World)

    The rise of a seasonal decorator  Oct 19, 2008
    And has a closet containing lots of lovely containers and candlesticks and ribbons in multiple hues, so that when the season changes, new dcor can adorn the home immediately. I am not one of these people. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)

    See Barcelona through Gaudi's eyes  Oct 14, 2008
    We marveled at its exotic splendor: columns branching up to ceilings like trees, towers soaring to the heavens like dripping candlesticks, spires bursting into clusters of fruit like something from Carmen Miranda s headdress. We hadn t experienced such a strange built environment since we visited Howard Finster s Paradise Gardens in northwest Georgia two decades ago. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Travel)

    New theater company kicks off first production, 'Beauty and the Beast'  Oct 14, 2008
    " Peare studied at the American Musical and Dramatic Academy in New York City. In addition to all the acting talent "Disney's Beauty and Beauty" also boasts impressive costumes, pyrotechnics and a special-effects rigging that will allow certain characters to fly high above the stage.The teapot character actually steams and Dewhurst's candlesticks boast real flames. "The clock tick-tocks and you can open him up and look at his gears," Dewhurst said. "The wardrobe even has panties and all kinds of... (Yuma Daily Sun, AZ)

    The Colony: Potential Holy Cross move stuns parishioners; FW Diocese plans to relocate church to Frisco  Oct 13, 2008
    Kyle King wrote on Oct 11, 2008 9:31 PM:" I was raised in The Colony and Holy Cross is the only parish I have ever known. With the exception of my baptism, I have met all of my sacrements through Holy Cross. After I graduated high school, I took some time away from the church and now, after having a daughter, I felt it was time to return. Father Holmberg has singlehandedly convinced me rejoining Holy Cross is not the best thing for family. He has disregarded multiple attempts to discuss matters... (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)

    A Woodturner's Wares  Oct 11, 2008
    He thinks serving bowls and chunky candlesticks. Robison is a woodturner who transforms hunks of local wood birch, palm, oak, cork oak, juniper, elm, cherry, walnut into functional pieces of art using only a 15-year-old mint green lathe and a collection of gouges. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)

    A feast of bold color, bright patterns  Oct 3, 2008
    She introduced the MacKenzie-Childs' harlequin pattern in the entryway, adding the distinctive diamond-shaped pattern to the wall against which she put an antique chest and then accessorized with lights, silver cachepots for flowers and candlesticks ... But she also scours antique stores and the home-furnishing departments of Marshalls and TJ Maxx for whimsical pieces like the room's artful vase, candlesticks, lampshades, pillows and other accessories. (AZCentral -- Home)

    Salvation Army Thrift stores offer bargains galore  Oct 3, 2008
    Desks, sofas, coffee tables, entertainment centers, china cabinets, hutches, dining and end tables, candlesticks, futons, foot stools, planters, lamps and artwork were on display. Kitchen items included the basics, from frying pans to $1. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Home & Garden)

    Bring Out the Silver and Add Class to Your Party  Sep 24, 2008
    Popular silver gifts that don't end up in the cabinet like picture frames, candlesticks and even your silver jewelry are items you'd like to use, too, and you'd like them to be as clean and sparkly as when you got them. Here are some tips for using and caring for your silver items. (Pekin Times, IL)

    New line of candlesticks lights up the design world  Sep 14, 2008
    No glass here, but as the number indicates, No. 5 is only one of a new line of Gilad's candlesticks and candelabras being offered by Designfenzider in cherry wood (except for No. 5) and metal with gold- and silver-plated aluminum candleholders attached magnetically. No. 5 is 6 by 6 inches at the base and 18 inches tall; $429 at. (San Francisco Chronicle)

    Hurricane Ike Slams Texas Coast  Sep 13, 2008
    "We're surrounded by glass, so I'm taking my crystal candlesticks down. It's been suggested that we roll the rugs away from the door," in case water seeps in. Other than that, said Dulworth, "I'm going to get some fresh veggies. I have cereal and canned milk. I anticipate being without air conditioning for a couple of weeks, but you can't do much.". (Time.com)

    It's St. Valentino's day for the fashionistas of film  Sep 8, 2008
    VVIPs received two crystal candlesticks, a perfect wedding present if ever there was one. As if the Park Hyatt's Rooftop Lounge wasn't already crammed with the cream of the celeb crop, it's now poised to crush the competition. (Globe and Mail -- Entertainment)

    Ellwood tops readers' voting Historic house on Wilderness battlefield in Orange County selected as state's top Civil War site  Sep 1, 2008
    The room that Warren occupied has just been returned to its 1864 appearance, complete with camp cot, officers' folding chairs and brass candlesticks. That effort is part of the Friends group's ambitious effort to restore the house, which the National Park Service acquired in 1971. (Fredericksburg.com, VA)

    Soldier flock tends to historic church  Aug 26, 2008
    That picture of Jesus, the accompanying cross and candlesticks were the only items saved from a 1903 fire, caused by lightning, when the Rev. G.H. Bakken rushed from the nearby parsonage as the 21-year-old wooden structure burned to the ground. Those items are still seen at least five times per year when the congregation moves services from town to this church, built on a hilltop in 1904. (Sioux City Journal, IO)

    Accused rapist's attorney argues all charges should be dropped  Aug 20, 2008
    They included candlesticks, tent stakes, road flares, croquet sticks and a Popeil Pocket Fisherman. "The one thing that makes it a deadly weapon is the chain," Mendoza argued. (The St. Augustine Record)

    Unwelcome guests (8/11)  Aug 12, 2008
    All the books and maracas and candlesticks will slip off their shelves like a rollercoaster ride gone bad. When that happens, I hope my Elayne piece lands on something soft, and I can move it to more stable ground. (Columbus Commercial Dispatch, MS)

    Obituaries for Saturday, Aug. 2, 2008  Aug 2, 2008
    In 1999, Joe was honored as The Man of the Year by the VFW. He also enjoyed traveling, woodworking; making candlesticks, doll furniture, assorted carvings, painting murals, singing and napping. His favorite hobby was being involved with his grandchildren. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)

    Around the House: Sale at S.E.E. Imports  Jul 13, 2008
    Accessorize with porcelains at $4; candlesticks at $5; lamps at $15; bronze and stone statuary at $100; mirrors at $49; wall decor at $19; trays at $9; decorative boxes at $9; and baskets at $8. Details: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Mon. (San Francisco Chronicle)

    Owen Lawrence stocks accessories sold only in the South  Jul 13, 2008
    Another section is devoted to sterling silver tea sets, vases, candlesticks, goblets and pitchers, many based on classic Italian designs. Photo frames, drink trays, platters and mirrors match with coffee, end and sofa tables. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Home & Garden)

    Market Watch: Indices off highs; DLF, NTPC drag  Jun 26, 2008
    As per candlesticks, we have a hammer pattern on the daily charts, which is considered to be a reversal pattern. Still, we need to wait for the confirmation. (India Times)

    Scientists offer cash for sightings of rare plant (1)  Jun 17, 2008
    It grew in flat prairie and poked up like golden candlesticks in the grasses. But the last time botanists recorded it was in 1910. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)

    Market Watch: Sensex adds 2% in firm rally; BHEL, Bharti lead  Jun 11, 2008
    As per candlesticks, a doji formation has been formed. Technical indicators point towards more downside. (India Times)

    Antiques and Beyond boasts European furniture, animal heads  Jun 3, 2008
    Framed art, Oriental rugs, tea sets, platters, urns, painted boxes, pillows, decorative screens, ink wells, mirrors, mirrored chests, planters, clocks, ceramics and candlesticks are displayed throughout. A case is crowded with an array of crystal drops for chandeliers and lamps; another is packed with sterling pieces. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Home & Garden)

    GALEN HOLLEY:Golden candlesticks and Rolls-Royces aren't everything  May 31, 2008
    GALEN HOLLEY:Golden candlesticks and Rolls-Royces aren't everything ... At WTU social events, one sometimes heard words like "gauche" or "obscene" used in describing the basilica; Arthur Miller-esque references to golden candlesticks - the least gauche, by the way, of scores of solid gold objects in the church - as evidence of questionable spending ... There's an old saying: "There's no accounting for taste." WTU students still don't care for the basilica at CUA, but the effort to prevent... (Northeast Mississippi Daily Journal)

    The day of judgment  May 31, 2008
    Another familiar aspect is the potency of numbers - seven each of seals, heads of beasts, candlesticks, stars, lamps, trumpets, angels and vials; then four riders, four beasts with seven heads, ten horns, ten crowns, four and twenty elders, twelve tribes with twelve thousand members. and finally, most resonantly, spawning 19 centuries of dark tomfoolery, "Here is wisdom. Let him that hath understanding count the number of the beast; for it is the number of a man; and his number is six hundred,... (Guardian Unlimited -- Books)

    Spring clean up time  May 30, 2008
    Sellers may not necessarily get the price they desire for their stroller, candlesticks, vases, video collections, etc. Buyers are on the hunt for big bargains. (Burlington Union, MA)

    The fuss over food  May 29, 2008
    These were my mother's candlesticks, 96-year-old Rebecca Hoch says, as she lights two candles on Friday night to mark the beginning of the Jewish Sabbath, the way she did for decades in her own home. Her late husband always said a blessing over the wine and her two sons, and they would all eat the traditional meals she prepared. (Globe and Mail)

    At home: 1920 lighthouse illuminates Oscar Blandi's style  May 15, 2008
    A pair of candlesticks inlaid with mother-of-pearl stand by the fireplace; they were a gift from longtime client Julianna Margulies. Jessica Alba gave him the quintet of candles and glass votives that sit in the foyer. (USA Today -- Life)

    Sensex regains 17K on realty, metal support  May 13, 2008
    Nifty has formed a hammer (reversal pattern) as per candlesticks pattern. Another day will confirm the trend. (India Times)

    Designer reproductions blend with solid styles  May 13, 2008
    Framed artworks, lamps, desks, silk florals and candlesticks are also on display. The store's inventory can also be ordered online and shipped. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Home & Garden)

    More of this story  May 9, 2008
    Within moments of stepping into Phil s boyhood home, I inhaled the rich aroma of Tillie s apple strudel baking in the oven, petted an arthritic old dog, admired a pair of well-worn Shabbat candlesticks, smelled the faint odor of a Cuban cigar, heard the background din of a ballgame on TV, and saw a yellow plastic bowl overflowing with my father-in-law s homegrown tomatoes. I was home. (Cleveland Jewish News, OH)

    Beware of 'The Tinkler'  May 9, 2008
    Suddenly she has an epiphany: "It's you!" she announces, pointing at me like she's Javert accusing Jean Valjean of stealing silver candlesticks. "Think about it," she says. (CNN -- Law)

    Summer Classics trendy outdoor store in Roswell  May 8, 2008
    Around the main pieces, buyers will find candlesticks, pillows, artwork, lamps, outdoor area rugs, umbrellas, wall clocks, fireplace screens, vases, potted silk plants and tile-topped tables. Best sellers. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Home & Garden)

    Beauty and the Beast: A musical splendour  Apr 21, 2008
    Malaysians will soon get to enjoy a beautiful love story and the merry assemblage of dancing teapots, cups and candlesticks in Beauty and the Beast: The Broadway Musical ... Few of these classics may translate well onto a stage production, given the involvement of animals and all, but not so with Belle and the Beast, and their merry assemblage of teapots, cups, candlesticks and similar household knickknacks ... Stage productions, like movies, require unhindered communication between director and... (The Star Online, Malaysia)

    Furnishings from Intaglia Home Collection never go out of style  Apr 16, 2008
    Pillows, picture frames, candlesticks, trays, diffusers, wooden bowls and lamps are shelved along the walls so they don't distract from the main pieces. Furniture prices range from $799 into the thousands, with the average hovering around $1,000. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Home & Garden)

    Unique Ceremony Dcor Ideas  Apr 15, 2008
    You could place an arrangement of tall (2 to 3 feet high) floor candlesticks on either side of the doors. For safety reasons, your church will probably not allow you to use lit candles so instead use the LED or battery operated ones that look like real candles. (Suite101.com)

    Silver: Paul de Lamerie from the Cahn Collection  Apr 12, 2008
    What kind of Georgian society do you envisage when you see a piece of fine English silverware made in London in the 1740s - a cream jug, perhaps, or an elaborate pair of candlesticks. Something staid. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)

    Resident's interest turns profitable  Apr 6, 2008
    "I've been collecting for about 30 years, and decided to put them on brass and crystal candlesticks, vases and wine glasses," Moga said. "I've given them a new life.". (The News-Herald)

    A club that swings  Apr 1, 2008
    Inside, Slide's lofty interior is also dramatic: pink-lit with lush flower displays, chandeliers draped in sparkling jewels and tables set with black tablecloths and translucent candlesticks. Mirrors glimmer on the ceiling and a glass-walled mezzanine overlooks a dancefloor featuring panels of flashing, glowing light. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)

    Find some treasure in Sandy Springs!  Apr 1, 2008
    A white dresser with mirror ($40) held a mirrored tray with pink roses ($5), two glass candlesticks, also with roses ($10) and a lamp painted in a shade of pale lilac ($4) ... A glass and brass coffee table ($35) holds two candlesticks with glass globes ($10). (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)

    Go eclectic at Paris on Ponce  Mar 26, 2008
    The decor pieces run the gamut of styles, colors and tastes: framed wall maps, over-sized throw pillows, metal stars, wooden candlesticks, bowls, printed privacy screens, gold-gilt mirrors and antique phones. Lighting options include chandeliers, table lamps with fringed shades and Tiffany-style pole lamps. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)

    Should I Sell Grandma's Locket?  Mar 25, 2008
    The Associated Press reported mass sell-offs in London and New York: "People formed long lines outside jewelry stores, clutching old coins, candlesticks, watches, bowlsanything that contained gold or silver.". Got a question about today's news. (Slate)

    VETERAN SAYS TODAY'S ACTORS AREN'T TRAINED  Mar 21, 2008
    "My pope character? First thing he did was take all the gold in the royal palace of the Tudors - the knobs, chalices, candlesticks, the whole lot - shove it in a pot and melt the stuff down. Made himself a boullion. As popes have been known to do, he nicked it all. Took it for himself. It's called simony. "And what do you think of our current pope. " Peter O'Toole then raised that same hand and gave the Nazi salute. "I call him Pope Hermann. (New York Post -- Gossip)

    Common gifts couples forget on their registry  Mar 16, 2008
    Items like lamps, candlesticks, vases, decorative bowls and clocks add style and personality to your home, and will mean even more if they re given to you by the people you love. Register for your favorites, and what you don t receive as gifts you can pick up yourselves after the wedding. (Montana Standard, MT)

    Store specializes in vintage beach  Feb 26, 2008
    Decorate with giant crocodile palm fronds, dried and mounted for $245; oversize storage baskets; buttoned throw pillows; freestanding mirrors; coffee table books; straw place mats; cable-knit throw blankets; vases; towels; silver candlesticks; photo frames; diffusers; and candles. Lighten up with brushed nickel chandeliers with linen shades or table top lamps in a range of sizes and colors, including one with a giraffe base. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)

    Bulgari's Il Ristorante Serves Up Sweet Romance by Formula: Tokyo Dining  Feb 21, 2008
    And if the link between restaurant and brand isn't clear, the Bulgari candlesticks on the tables, the Bulgari-embossed silverware, and the Bulgari necklace in the foyer should serve as ample reminder. The two set dinner courses go by the names Bali and Milan (for 15,000 yen and 20,000 yen respectively) -- not that the dishes represent those cuisines, but because Bulgari has resorts in both spots. (Bloomberg -- Japan)

    On the waterfront  Feb 20, 2008
    Hollies on the Avenue (60 Maple Ave., 401-245-0090, ) feels like a mini art gallery, with its enticing selection of photo frames, teacups, cake plates, candlesticks, wine racks, cheese boards, and other specialty gifts. Jam-packed Teapots & Tassels (71 Maple Ave., 401-247-0980) has a wide range of elegant stationery and invitations, as well as some specialty foods. (Boston Globe)

    Find tassels, accessories for the home  Feb 6, 2008
    Vases, photo frames, metal blanket racks, tall wood candlesticks, cocktail accessories, wine racks, placements, silk florals and clocks are in stock. Warm up with soft sofa throws, coverlets and pillows (with tassels). (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)

     British inquisition  Feb 2, 2008
    The World Link: British inquisition. Murder mystery 'The Mousetrap' opens at NBHS. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)

    He taught art fit for a queen  Jan 30, 2008
    In Joseph's house is the wood carving and a set of fancy brass candlesticks, among other presents from across the world. "I forget all the others," Joseph said. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)

    Mary Elizabeth Colby, 93; co-founder of the Port O' Call chain of gift stores  Jan 19, 2008
    With its themed rooms -- all piggy banks in one, all hand-painted candlesticks in another -- the store was an experience. "People loved the excitement of moving from room to room and finding something different every time," Langdell said. (Los Angeles Times)

    House in hero-dad blaze lacked permits  Jan 12, 2008
    His neighbor Amy Chiert helped save from the ruins the Shabbat candlesticks he gave to his wife, Mia, at their wedding, and the family is temporarily staying with close friends in the same neighborhood. Friday's drama was not limited to the house fire. (Newsday -- State)

    Spirited Away: Art Thieves Target Europe's Churches  Jan 12, 2008
    They ignored the candlesticks, the alms box and the communion chalice: those are for amateurs easy to grab, easy to sell. These were professionals, and they were after something specific: the Via Crucis, or Stations of the Cross, 14 paintings each depicting a moment in Jesus' final hours. (Time.com)

    Opposites attract  Jan 5, 2008
    Or a pair of zebra candlesticks. Or a boldly patterned black-and-white vase. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Living)

    Viva color in a South End loft chock-full of finds from markets in South America  Jan 4, 2008
    "Campanale's beige microfiber couch is covered with a large caramel brown and white cow hide from Argentina. There are two white curly goat hair pillows on the sofa too, also from Argentina, and a chocolate brown shearling sheepskin throw from Uruguay. "For me, I like the warmth and richness of the furs," he said.On the dining room table, a dark stained oak slab with pedestal legs from the Boston Design Center, sits a large ceramic bowl from Buenos Aires. The outside of the bowl has a coarse,... (Boston Globe)

    Despite the tears, a Christmas of joy  Dec 30, 2007
    A poinsettia flanked by crystal candlesticks made a pretty centerpiece and white cloth napkins in the dragonfly rings gave the table a touch of elegance. Oleg dined with us and regaled us with passionate stories of Russia and trips to the mountains and music. (North County Times)

    Antiques, comfort can share space  Dec 28, 2007
    "Every time I had it painted, the dome intensified the blue. It took five tries to get the right icy blue effect I was looking for." Bronze d'or candlesticks, old Paris porcelain and cachepots all add shimmer to the room. The dining room is the largest room in the house. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)

    Homebuilder, others give experiences as gifts  Dec 24, 2007
    Custom homebuilder traditionally had given clients a crystal bowl and candlesticks after they moved into their new places. A welcoming gift it was, and a show of appreciation for their business. (Washington Business Journal, DC)

    God bless Tiny Tim  Dec 22, 2007
    Their destination, Manor Farm, has all the feudal attributes Southey could hope for, including a "good, long, dark-panelled room with a high chimney-piece, and a capacious chimney", "a shady bower of holly and evergreens", "massive old silver candlesticks with four branches each" and, most importantly, "the two best fiddlers and the only harp" in the surrounding area. And, in case there is any doubt about what kind of Christmas this is going to be, Mr Wardle, the Pickwickians' host, explains:... (Guardian Unlimited -- Books)

    Get Your Home In Holiday Shape  Dec 21, 2007
    CENTERPIECE: Glass and Mercury Glass Candlesticks, Platinum Metallic Tapers, Fake Snow and Diamonds This is the more sophisticated look for a centerpiece ... The candlesticks will be either silver or clear. (CBS News -- Early Show)

    It's a bling thing  Dec 20, 2007
    Bradlee's collection also includes handpainted wood candlesticks, trays, mirrors, and lazy Susans, which are available at several stores (items vary at each location). Screens start at $36. (Boston Globe)

    Making a holiday splash  Dec 20, 2007
    Take two pineapples, spray paint them gold, and place those on either side of the mantel and then line the center of the mantel with red candles in gold candlesticks. Hang additional wreaths with the lemons and gold pinecones in the center of each window in the room. (Winchester Star, MA, MA)

    Silver bells  Dec 16, 2007
    M3Orissa candlesticks ( 28 ... Compote ( 60), Vintage Living, 6701 Snider Plaza; 18-inch lidded urn ( 212), Room Service by Ann Fox, 4354 Lovers Lane; small bird ( 14), Vintage Living, 6701 Snider Plaza; candlesticks ( 37. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)

    Fine dining: Show some razzle dazzle  Dec 13, 2007
    " Consider the colors of the items to restrict the palette and unify the look. Try to stick to two colors with a couple of accent colors. Rita Moreno used dusty gold and silver with accents of rose and apple green in her Razzle Dazzle setting. Be careful with the height. Moreno put the tall items at either end of the table. Her chairs are lined along the lengths of the table so people can see each other without having their view blocked by candlesticks or towering arrangements. Don't be afraid... (Florida Today)

    Great gifts without the road trip  Dec 12, 2007
    The Vintage Gypsy in Hailey, in the Old Town Mercantile Building, has classic style Sun Valley glassware, place mats and tea towels reminiscent of a 1950 film poster, along with a collection of mercury glass candlesticks, vases and table acoutrements. Kim has also stocked up on vintage games like bingo and dominoes. (Wood River Journal, ID)

    Young Hungarians spark Jewish renaissance  Dec 10, 2007
    " The patriarch, Fulop Sardi, was condemned to a wartime forced-labor brigade, a fate shared by tens of thousands of male Hungarian Jews, but he lived. Sardi, 94, who changed his name from Steiner in 1946, began talking about the Holocaust only in the past 10 to 15 years. His eyes twinkle at the Shabbat ceremony, especially as he watches his great-grandchildren gather around silver candlesticks for the blessing. "I am more active now than as a youth," Fulop Sardi said. "And it is even better... (San Francisco Chronicle)

    Auction nets $4,400  Dec 9, 2007
    Also for sale were jewelry, a homemade wooden porch bench, a homemade wooden jewelry box and three wooden candlesticks, a quilted mantel cover, and an oil painting. Other items included were a certificate for a buffet luncheon for four, a certificate for two women to decorate the recipients' home for Christmas, and various plants. (Pontiac Daily Leader, IL)

    A touch of Lodi  Dec 9, 2007
    Pieces include trays, bowls, boxes, candlesticks and art objects. Price: Vary. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)

    Decked out holiday dining  Dec 7, 2007
    Traditional taste calls for tapers and candlesticks. "One of the things we have that s new is taper rings," Angotti said. (Racine Journal Times, WI)

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