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Tuesday
March 2, 2021
This week we feature a building we've had a lot of
fun with this year. Limited to only 2010, this
Department 56, Dickens Village Series #808848,
was released at $75 and is now listed in the
latest "Village D-Tails" at $138. Here is,
Drum roll please -
Candle Shop - Anniversary Edition
This has been the heart of more than one vignette for me.
(especially since I discovered the "Village Candle" company)
What could go better than a few Village Candles with a
Village Candle Shop? I love how balsam-scented jar
candles add a new dimension to a Christmas Display.
A candle is an ignitable wick embedded in wax, or another
flammable solid substance such as tallow, that provides light,
and in some cases, a fragrance. A candle can also provide
heat or a method of keeping time.
Prior to the candle, people used oil lamps, in which a lit wick
rested in a container of liquid oil. Liquid oil lamps had a tendency
to spill, and the wick had to be advanced by hand.
A person who makes candles is traditionally known as a chandler.
By the 13th century, candle making had become a guild craft
in England and France. The chandlers went from house to house,
making candles from the kitchen fats saved for that purpose.
As the economy started to rise, more people could afford
higher quality materials and craftsmanship, leading to a
desire for better candles and specialty shops started to
acquire reputations for candles worth seeking out.
Price's Candles became the largest candle manufacturer
in the world by the end of the 19th century. By the time our
kindly, old chandler had set up shop in our village, his
reputation was such that many came from surrounding
villages to purchase his incredibly fine, crafted wares.
As the craft progressed, more was learned and understood
about the science of the candle, and many craftsmen would
improve the trade accordingly. As an example, here's the
five zones of a standard candle flame, which led to better
designs of candle holders with reflectors, and more.
This led to many more decorative features, as well
as an increase in functionality. PLUS, it made my
Christmas much more fun. Share the light!
"smor-gas-bord" (noun)
Described as a buffet offering a wide range of things,
a variety of delectable enjoyments. Whet your appetite,
because starting next week, you'll never know what
to expect here, but you can be sure that it will serve
up snippets of Inspiration, Information and/or Fun!
Mickey "On Patrol" Here at the TVC "World Headquarters"
Lit Village Collectors are awesome and everywhere!
The "Village Video" page is where we prove it.
What comes through all of these selected videos, is the
passion, care and effort that went into each display. This
is the "Essence of Villaging" and you can experience it
in this week's selections by simply clicking below.
DON'T MISS THIS YEAR'S SELECTIONS, STARTING
FRIDAY, MARCH 26th
The TVC "Village Videos" are a very popular source for ideas,
but there's so much more here. Explore the whole website
and you'll be rewarded with a lot of "Villaging". Actually,
well over a hundred hours worth. All FREE.
"There's Lots to See on TVC!"
OK, It's a Wrap! C'ya Next Week.
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