This was a super quick and fun project that I made from scrap materials. I designed it to fit tapered glass candles that are readily available from online or your local big box store.

Step 1: Tools/Materials

Tools:

Table Saw
Drill Press
1 7/8" Hole Saw or Forstner Bit
Router
Sander
Wood Clamps
Tape Measure
Pencil

Materials:

Wood: 15" Long x 3" Wide x 5/8" Thick
Wood: 3" Long x 1" Wide x 1" Thick
Wood Glue
Danish Oil
Candles

Step 2: Drawings

You will be building to these drawings. Detailed drawings are shown at the appropriate steps.

Step 3: Base

Cut the main board down to 15" x 3".

Step 4: Holes

Drill the holes per the drawing shown in the previous step. I used a 1 7/8" Forstner Bit but a hole saw would work equally as well.

This video has nothing to do with the project - just me playing with a slow motion while drilling a hole.

Step 5: Chamfers

It's a pretty straightforward project. I added chamfers around the holes and along the edges to give it a slightly more decorative touch.

Step 6: Feet

Cut the feet to the size shown. I picked a contrasting wood to give it more character.

The feet could just be glued on but I thought having them recessed in the base was nicer looking. The router was used for the slots. I used wood glue and wood clamps to attach.

Step 7: Completed Candle Holder

It was sanded with 220 grit paper and treated with Danish Oil.

Step 8: Candles

These candles were purchased at Target. Adjust your dimensions accordingly if you have different size candles.

Step 9: CAD Images

I tend to geek things out but this did show me that the candles would fit correctly before cutting the wood.

Step 10: Finished Pictures

Here are two pictures with candles. The taper on the glass holds the candles in a nice position as predicted by CAD. I'm happy with how it turned out.