My "Eureka" Moment!



I have a nice collection of ceramic, blue and white balls.

Other than decorative, I'm not sure what their purpose is.

I've heard them called "carpet" balls, but not sure why.

(If anyone knows anything about them, I'd love to hear.)

At any rate, other than gracing a wooden bowl,

I've been unsure where to use them.

Until now!

I have been collecting animal candlesticks for many years.

However, I rarely burn candles.

Eureka! 

They belong together!

This little guy sits on my kitchen window sill.

These are two of my favorites.



The balls work great on "regular" candlesticks too.

I did decide however, in homage to the season,

the bunnies were better suited to colored eggs!

Have you had an "eureka" moment lately?

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An Animal Candlesticks Collection



The whimsical appeals to me.

Years ago I saw this goofy little

frog candlestick in a catalogue and for

some reason I HAD to have it.

Thus began my collection of

animal candlesticks.

The second animal to join the

collection was this little squirrel.

I remember the day,

probably 25 years ago, or more,

my sister and I were fun shopping,

(as opposed to necessity shopping),

and again, as soon as I saw it,

it had my name on it.

Two of my favorites are this dog...

and kitty with her teacup.

They usually hang out together.

I have another kitty...

and other frogs.

Frog candlesticks must be popular

because they seem plentiful.

When I became enamored with the

Country French style of decorating

I was delighted to find this rooster.



For some reason, when the weather turns cold,

I like to bring out this little bear.

He just looks cozy to me.

I also like that his candle is

in a bit of honeycomb.

I like the spirit of cooperation of these two guys.



This studious fellow lives on the bookcase...

...along with these two.

At Thanksgiving,

one of my favorite sets...

come out to grace either

the mantle or table.

They're  somewhat fragile,

because they're made from

real pine cones.

Easter is also a great time to bring out

parts of this collection.

Animal candlesticks are one of several

collections I have.

I also collect sheep,

a natural for someone who

works with wool.

Unfortunately, in all my searching,

I've yet to find a sheep candlestick!

But that's the fun of collecting.

It gives you something to keep an eye out for,

never knowing when you'll find

another of "your" pieces.

Bye, bye!

This week I'm linking up with

 Privet & Holly for the Collection Show-n-Tell

Savvy Southern Style for Wow Us Wednesday

French Country Cottage for Feathered Nest Friday

My Romantic Home for Show & Tell Friday