• Christmas-themed candles have many uses. They were once used to light up Christmas trees until the invention of electric lights. Now they are used as decoration at Christmastime, and they can be given as Christmas gifts. Electric lights made to resemble candles can be placed in windows to celebrate the season.

• 1. Still used to light up Christmas trees in some European countries
  2. Used in Advent wreaths
  3. Scented Christmas candles can give off familiar holiday smells like pine trees and spices
  4. Can be in the shape of Christmas stockings, stars or other festive shapes
  5. For safety, consider using flameless candles to decorate the house at Christmas
  6. Electric versions can be powered by battery or have a plug-in cord; they can greatly reduce the risk of fire
  7. Do not leave burning candles unattended
  8. The most common days for candle-related house fires in the U.S. are all around Christmas and New Year'sKWCH (Kansas City): Decorate Safely for the Holidays (December 1, 2008)

• Homemade Christmas Candles

  Candle making techniques can be employed to make homemade candles with Christmas themes. Red and green dye can be used to tint the candles, or scent can be added. Glitter or natural objects like leaves and pine needles can be added to give texture to the candle.

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