I turned this set of candlesticks, in the Rude Osnolik style of the 50s and 60s, mainly because I just love the look. I happen to be a fan of the Danish Modern style. So I thought, this will be a snap. Maybe an hour for all 3, eh? Not so. The hardest part was getting the transition area from top to bottom consistent from one to the other. Never mind the diameter there. Actually, I STILL didn't quite make it, the one on the right is slightly more angular than the other two. These are drilled first top and bottom, same dia hole but deeper on the bottom. A metal insert from craft supplies lines the top. The bottom is filled with steel balls and epoxy to lower the center of gravity and make them less tippy. The shot is expensive and I am looking for another material for weight. So far, I've thought of using pennies, they're actually cheap, ounce for ounce.
The pic is taken with my canon rebel xt using a "tent" made up of white foam core panels with 4 100 watt fixtures pointing up and away from the subject. Makes for very even lighting. Material is crushed velvet remnant from fabric store. Comments apreciated.