Thread: Help on making candleabra's?

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Hi everyone. I thought the forum could help me on this. Ive been asked to build some various stage props, including a scary candleabra or 2. Id like to have them appear lit as well, as they will be used live, but cant have a real flame due to safety. I have a basic visual in my head, but still think the forum has alot to offer.

Anyone have good photos, or, know of any good tutorials on the wiring or basic structure of something like that? Any feedback is appreciated! Thanks all!

I did a search and heres various links that might help

Candleabra Complete

My (unfinished) candleabra lamp

would weither find an old candleabra or make a base frame out of wood, for the candles you could use pvc piping and use battery operated tea lights or even wire pigtails and have screw in bulbs.

Hope this helps!
-Chris

Great stuff Chris! It does help!

good! be sure to post pics! weve seen your amazing work already and want more!

I would hit a resource shop, thrift store, or goodwill for items you could make Candelabra's out of. You could hack christmas lights for the wiring and use Flicker Bulbs as the link Chris posted indicates.

I would also recommend using LED candles (the flickering type as well) if a plug is not an option.