Candles

The Latin word "candere" means to flicker.

According to Wikipedia, a candle is a source of light and sometimes a source of heat consisting of a solid block of fuel (commonly wax) and an embedded wick.

As the mass of solid fuel is melted and consumed, the candle grows shorter. Portions of the wick that are not evaporating the liquid fuel are consumed in the flame. The incineration of the wick limits the exposed length of the wick, thus maintaining a constant burning temperature and rate of fuel consumption.

OK, that’s the information bit now let’s see what we can find with the Interior Design Team!

Votive Candle Holder by Nonnie’s Treasures

This lovely candle holder is constructed of four 3" beveled glass pieces, and sits on a plain glass base.

Stained Glass Frog and Lily Candle Holder by Glassnwood

Ideal for scented candle, or to create a romantic atmosphere. This table piece is 8.5 inches high and 8.5 inches wide.

Raku Dragonfly Candle Holder by Fehustoneware

Wheel thrown Stoneware clay raku fired.
Flashes of copper blue and green.

Unity Wedding Candles – Bird of Paradise by Pleasant Ridge Candles

Unity Wedding Candle White 3”X 9” pillar, 12" tapers, Bird of Paradise Flowers with Leaves.

Fresh Cut Roses Type Jar Candle by Bliss Candles

FRAGRANCE: Fresh Cut Roses ~ A beautiful interpretation of the YC favorite. This smells just like real roses.

Don’t just take my word! Go on, search Etsy.com using the word ‘interiordesignteam’ . You will be blown away by the products you will find. Enjoy!

Room With A View - Zen and Now

Buddha in the World Original Mixed Media by Zen Dot Studio

Humboldt Esquire Lively Lidded Vessel by Barbara Dunshee

Habitat Chair by l+j industries

Violets and Birchwood Beaded Soy Candle by Mireasma

Glass and Copper Garland by Tapestry Arabian Farm

Fused Glass Vase by Moon of Glass



Raisin Magic Orchid Original Photograph by From My Eye

Create Ambiance with Candles

Soy Candle - Handcrafted Ceramic - Wild Berry Musk Scented by Madhatterspottery


When you think candles, many images come to mind. Warmth, romance, scent, glowing decor. Candles can add a richness to any room, especially during the holiday season. They also make wonderful gifts, for friends, hair stylists, teachers or housewarmings. Spectacular candles and candle holders can be found from our DesignStyleGuide members and here are just a few.
Enchanting Amazon Candle Holder by vsilcoxdesigns

Purple Votive Candle Holder- Stained Glass- With Black Antique Patina by DianasStainedGlass

Lantern for Tealight by ArzuMusa

So when you are trying to get the perfect touches when adding to your home's decor, don't forget to add some beautiful candles.

Autumn At Home

As soon as the leaves begin to fall, and the air turns crisp, I always get in the mood to make a few Autumn changes in my home. So I thought I'd share a few of the items I found, on our new website DesignStyleGuide, that are perfect for bring Autumn into your home!

Handmade Placemats and Napkins from cranberrymak




Twig and Leaves Stoneware Platter from justmare




Handcrafted ceramic Amish Harvest Soy candle from Madhatterpottery





Touchiere Glass Shade from vsilcoxdesigns


Now... don't these make you feel all nice and cozy???

Design Style Guide in Texas

The following products are handcrafted by Texans, still reeling from the after affects of Hurricane Ike:

Handmade Woodcarving by glassnwood.
Tiger Maple Pencil Post Bed by ShakaStudios.

Mandella by leathersculpture.

Mixing it Up by rhradcliffdesigns.

Curly Maple Candle Holder by jneale3.

What's White?

The holidays are just around the corner, and it seems there's always someone on your shopping list who is hard to shop for. I am always wacking my brain trying to figure out what to get them. Something they will really like and don't already have. Something unique, something you yourself wouldn't mind having. Look no further! You can find any kind of gift to go with any kind of decor on etsy. I did a search for interiordesignteam white, and here are just a few irresistable items I found.

Jakey BB Uniquely Handcrafted Luxury Doggie Beds by jakeybb

For the dog lover, this one of a kind piece of furniture is called 'Funny Faces'. Not only is it a unique and lovely dog bed, but makes a great accent piece for the home.

Grace -- 8x8 Mixed Media FINE ART PRINT by octoberphotography

This beautiful fine art print is from an original mixed media collage. What can I say? I couldn't resist adding it to this grouping.

Soy Candle - Handcrafted Ceramic - Milk and Honey Scented by Madhatterspottery

This delightful candle would look great not just around the holidays, but all year round. Each candle is unique in design.

Secret Garden Cup - handcarved porcelain vessel by Dovecotedesign

Made of porcelain, this fabulous cup was carved with love over a long period of time. The artist did not have a sketched out design to follow, but let the spirit move her whenever she felt inspired.

Shabby White Ceiling Tin with Vintage Pink Rose China Tile by hillspeak

What a gorgeous and unique find. I have seen ceiling tins before, but the added design gives it that special touch.

Stained Glass ACEO Stand-white by Nonnie60

I think this hand made aceo stand is really cool. It never occured to me that someone would create and sell these here. I will definately have to keep this in mind in the future.

Envy Photograph Fine Art Print MadrinPhotography

This would make a wonderful addition to someones wall.

Sophisticated yet sweet. I can just about smell the sweetness

from this flower.

Lighting the way ... illuminate your life in a unique fashion

This is my first blog for Design Style Guide. So let me beign with an introduction. I am a visual artist from the UK. I have my own photographic art studio in Cornwall, called Green Island Studios, where I work full time producing visual art in a variety of media.

Light is the essential tool for any photographic artist, and I guess that this is why I am very aware of light as a force. I enjoy noticing the many ways that light transforms the world around us. This collection of handmade items from some of our talented Design Style Guide members, are great ways to enjoy the transformations that light can make in your home.


Light My Fire Pillar Candle by TheWildfire


This Patchouli & Sandalwood Candle burns leaving an outer shell behind. So once the candle has burned down, you can insert a tea light, and continue to enjoy the lyrics and the design over and over again.

Fused Glass Tree of Life Collage Night Light by AtlantisDesigns

A wonderful way to cast a low light into any room or corner of your home, a copper silhouette of a tree shows through the deep green center of this gorgeous night light.

Jellyfish Lamp by 1015Designs

This quirky and unique lamp was created from metal and has an illuminated handblown glass cap.

Tank Lamp by fringecollection

And a great concept too... this is made from discarded propane, refrigerant, and helium tanks collected from forest shooting areas. The bullet-riddled steel makes a striking impression in daylight and the skeletal structure projects beautiful patterns when illuminated at night.

Cool/Simple two candle holder by OldSchoolBlacksmith

OldSchoolBlacksmith uses the traditional tools of the Blacksmith; hand hammers and a coal forge. "By Hammer and Hand these arts do stand" is the makers motto. I love this for it's simplicity.

Just type in "light" and "interiordesignteam" into an etsy tag search and see what treasures our team have for you to light up your life. See you again soon, Jo

Mood Lighting

Every room - no matter what style or decor - requires good mood lighting! Candles and handmade candle holders are the perfect way to go! Take a look at these beautiful handmade candles and holders!

TheWildFire

DesignedwithGlass

MadHattersPottery

BlissCandles

LittleShopofMirrors

Nonnie60

ArtGlassFusion

Arzumusa

These are just a few of the varied and wonderful candles and holders created by Interior Design Team members. Remember - all you have to do is search "InteriorDesignTeam" (use quotations) on Etsy and you will find these and a plethora of wonderful - handmade - home decor items!