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    Candle Lantern

    Dec 02, 2020 5 minutes

    Even though lighting technology has moved way beyond candles, the gentle flicker still draws people in. In an instant, you’ve created a welcoming, comforting environment. Housing the candle in a lantern only heightens the experience and calls back to an earlier time.

    This lantern project has everything a weekend project should have. Great design comes first. Many “simple” projects fall flat on their faces because the designer didn’t take the time to make the project beautiful. In addition, this lantern keeps the ease of construction while incorporating enough thoughtful details you expect in a custom piece.

    Speaking of details, let’s take a quick survey of a few. The tapered profile and overhanging top evoke Arts & Crafts styling. The seamless mitres show off the shape and allow the individual pieces to flow together.

    All straight lines can feel harsh. So Dillon

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