How to create a stunning candelabra centrepiece

Decorate your table with a modern centrepiece using candles and clear bottles.

By Photo by Tom Mannion

Updated September 26, 2013

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Kick off the party season by lighting a magical (and effortless!) centrepiece. Remember the multicoloured candle-in-a-wine-bottle from the '70s? This time around, the idea gets a sleek redo with monochromatic candles and clear bottles running along the middle of the table.

See 10 great candle holders here.

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