Having sourced more and more of these mystical, atmospheric and pagan candle holders, I thought it best to collate them all into one neat collection. Each candle holder has been chosen to suit a variety of paths and uses vary from tea light holders, atmospheric lamps, taper candles and votives. All descriptions can be found below....hopefully there’ll be one to suit your needs, altar or sacred space?!! Use for Magick, rituals, altar or for adding a witchy and pagan twist to your space!
WOODEN
Fab wooden tea light holders to brighten up your space or altar, could be used for the power of three, triple goddess or simply making a statement in your home. Hand carved from wood, these bring some nice earthly energy from which to work by.
Smaller Holders: Measure approximately H:3cm W:16cm D:16cm.
Large Candle Holder: This wooden tea light holder has a central carved pentacle as decoration, with five holders for tea lights in the cardinal/ elemental directions. Ideal if you lack space for a large altar, in that you can use candles to represent each direction.
Normally:
North = brown or green candles
East = Yellow
South = Red
West = Blue
with the fifth representing Spirit/ Fifth Element or in place of God/Goddess candles being either, black, white, purple or silver.
Great for altar decoration or for use in Magick and rituals, especially for solitary practitioners to who don't have a number of people to stand at the elements/cardinal points.
GLASS VOTIVES
These glass votive holders have pagan attributes featuring symbolism or graphics related to pagan beliefs. Add to your altar for that ambient glow during rituals or spell work, or maybe for holding your favourite candles in your home. There are quite a few in the range, so ideal for whatever path it is you walk. Each votive is made from glass, with printed exterior artwork. Measure approximately 6cm x 5cm
Tree of Life: the Tree of Life features across many faith and cultures but is more often associated with Celtic & Nordic belief systems. However it can be found in Buddhism, Islam, Chinese cultures and more. The Celtic version of the Tree of Life ( Crann Bethadh) dates to about 2000BC and symbolises how forces of nature combine together in order to create balance and harmony. Since Celtic and Druidics believed humans came from trees, they were both living and magical. Trees were planted in a special clearing, set to guard the lands and acted as a doorway to spirit realms. The worlds were connected by both the branches rising upward and roots reaching downwards (think as above, so below) with the trunk connecting both worlds, therefore Gods were able to communicate in this manner. The tree is representative of strength, wisdom and longevity. Not forgetting the Wiccan wheel of the year, whereby birth, death and re-birth are celebrated.Tree symbolism also features in many other ancient cultures and religions, such as with the ancient Nordic legend of the World Tree - Yggdrasil, which was thought to lead to nine different worlds including the land of Fire, world of the dead (Hel) and the land of the Aesir (Asgard). This wonderfully designed piece features a Celtic knot-work style, with elements of nature such as a dragonfly to accentuate its natural energy.
Wiccan/ Witch Blessed Be: This beautifully designed holder features a cloaked female figure, which could be depiction of Goddess herself if you follow the a Wiccan path, or symbolism for female and witchcraft powers, with the words Blessed Be on one side. Smaller elements of Wiccan symbolism feature, with the faded symbol of Goddess adding to its allure. A great piece for altar or around the home.
Celtic Knot - Circle: A well known graphic, symbolising Celtic tradition. Often synonymous with Irish and Scottish traditional drawings, however Celtic ancients ranged all over Northern Europe including Germany, France and of course the colder Nordic regions. I personally love these designs, the intricacy and patience it takes to draw one is amazing. This votive features the Celtic Circle, Cross and other Celtic inspired knots. Great for those who observe the Celtic Pantheons or just love this form of artwork.
The Pentagram: Another symbol of the Pagan path, the five pointed star had the ability to represent the five elements. Earth, Air, Fire, Water and Spirit/Universe/Aether (depending on your path). Each one interconnected showing how each is connected, even through time and space. Use at your altar or within your home to give notice to these elemental energies. Great for magickal workings.
ATMOSPHERIC TEA LIGHT LAMPS
These amazing tea light holders send out the most wonderfully warm glow, setting an ambience that can't be beaten. Their soft glow is ideal when inducing calm for meditation or relaxation. Would be just at home on your altar as it would in your bedroom and would make a fab gift for a loved on or friend. Chosen for their more esoteric nature, from calming blossom, summery Flutterbys, zodiac, Buddha and Ganesh lamps to choose from.
Made from fine Chinese porcelain clay and translucent products, giving each component of the lamp its sharp white colour and smoothness to the unglazed surface. Highly trained sculptors work their magic diligently to create embossed and de-bossed sculpture effect, incorporating every fine detail based on the original artwork. Each come in a gift box.
Measure approximately: 11.5cm x 7.8cm
Pentacle Candle Stick
Entwined in climbing ivy, these candlesticks are perfect for adding a magical touch to any dining table or living room. Featured in the Nemesis Now's Gothic Fantasy collection, they are cast in high-quality resin and rise to include pentacle, covered with tendrils of ivy. Perfect for a dining table, a bedroom, or an altar, or for simply turning down the lights and setting a more relaxed mood. These candlestick holders are a wonderful gift for the mystic or romantic in your life. Pair up for honouring God & Goddess at your altar or just one for your magicking!
Measure approximately 13.4cm tall.
Black Tea Light Holders
Super cute ceramic tealight holder featuring a pentagram design in a cool, matt black finish. Neatly sized to house a tea light to add a little atmosphere to your bedroom, altar or home! Comes in a dinky little gift box, making ideal as a gift! (There will be more designs to come on these neat and great value candle holders!)
Measures approximately H7cm x W6cm x D6cm