Abstract: The invention involves a device and system for securing a candle to a drink cup for celebrations. The system includes a cover that secures across the top surface of the drink cup. A center portion of the cover is provided with a depression sized and shaped to cooperate with a small candle base to secure the candle in an upright position with respect to the longitudinal centerline of the drink cup. Once the candle has been blown out by the recipient, the cover can be removed from the drink cup to allow the person to consume the beverage contained within the cup.

Abstract: Devices and apparatuses for enhancing fruits and vegetables are provided herein. In one embodiment a device includes a cover body having a decorative aperture and a tubular collar formed proximate an outer peripheral edge of the cover body, the tubular collar extending away from the cover body, the tubular collar having a terminal edge surface and a length that extends along a central axis of the cover body.

Abstract: A tealight cup comprising a side wall (120-720) and a base (110-710) with a flat central area (111-711) and at least two bulges (150-750) positioned around the flat central area (111-711) and having a height (h) of at least 10% of the height (H) of the side wall. The bulges (150-750) are positioned around the flat central area (111-711) circumferentially along a common circumference and have a total volume equal to at least 10% of the volume of the part of the cup from the base (110-710) to the height (h) of the bulges (150-750).

Abstract: A plant cage for supporting growing plants includes horizontal and vertical support rods connected by locking clips to form a cage of a desired size and shape. The locking clip includes a clamp at each end of an elongated body, with each clamp formed of two tabs extending outwardly at oblique angles, with an aperture formed in each tab for receiving a horizontal or vertical support rod. The outwardly extending tabs are resilient and flexible such that the tabs can be moved towards each other to a deflected position so that the apertures align and a support rod can be inserted, the resiliency of the material then biases the tabs away from each other when released so that the apertures become unaligned so that the inserted rod is frictionally captured by the clamp.

Abstract: Provided is a cake shield for protecting cakes and baked goods from airborne contaminants. The cake shield has a cover portion that houses a cake, and a lid that fits over the cover portion. A plurality of apertures is disposed along the upper wall of the cover portion. Candles and decorative elements are inserted through these apertures into the underlying cake. Thus, when a user blows out his or her birthday candles, their exhalation is largely blocked by the cover portion, and does not reach the cake surface. When the cake is no longer in use, the lid is placed over the cover portion and rest thereon. The lid covers the apertures, preventing dust and debris form falling on the cake while it is stored.

Abstract: A candle magazine has a multiplicity of deep-drawn cup-like structures in which there is provided in each case one candle composed of a combustible material and of a wick. A candle, a method for producing a candle or a candle magazine, and a deep-drawing apparatus are also provided.

Abstract: Provided is a cake shield for placement above a cake surface. The cake shield includes a plate and at least one pair of telescopic legs attached thereto. The plate can be constructed in various adaptations to accommodate different styles of cake. The plate may have a number of flexible insertion holes that hold candles. The holes open and close with candle insertion and removal, respectively, allowing for placement of candles along the plate surface and removal without compromising the continuity of the plate. Alternatively, the plate may be adapted for clipping on an interchangeable decorative surface having insertion holes. The telescopic legs can adjust the height of the cake shield, which allows for placement of the device on cakes with varying shape and dimension. The legs can be retracted and folded for storage between uses. After use, the cake shield can be washed in a dishwasher.

Abstract: A sanitary cake cover with a removable candle deck, which protects the contents of the cake from contamination during blowing out of celebratory candles. The transparent cake cover includes a removable candle deck for at least one candle, which does not pierce the cake or cover being decorated by lighted celebratory candles. The cake cover can be used without the candle deck. The sanitary cake cover is impervious to assault by normal airborne contaminants, such as dust and dirt as well from contaminated expelled breath during the act of blowing out candles. The separate removable candle deck is removable to enable the container to be used for other food items without the obstruction of candle recesses. The flat top of the cover has a peripheral top ridge forming a flat central depression of dimensions to fit the flat candle deck.

Abstract: Vase apparatus and decorating methods for associating flowers and other decorative items with cakes and other food products are described. Vase embodiments include a water-holding reservoir having a bottom wall, an upright rim, and plural flower-stem-receiving wells. Each well is defined by at least one well wall depending from the bottom wall and has an opening capable of receiving water from the reservoir. Vase embodiments may include a reservoir of various shapes and sizes. Vases may be placed on a cake or other food product permitting the cake or food product to be attractively and easily decorated.

Abstract: A sanitary cake cover with a removable candle deck, which protects the contents of the cake from contamination during blowing out of celebratory candles. The transparent cake cover includes a removable candle deck for at least one candle, which does not pierce the cake or cover being decorated by lighted celebratory candles. The cake cover can be used without the candle deck. The sanitary cake cover is impervious to assault by normal airborne contaminants, such as dust and dirt as well from contaminated expelled breath during the act of blowing out candles. The separate removable candle deck is removable to enable the container to be used for other food items without the obstruction of candle recesses. The flat top of the cover has a peripheral top ridge forming a flat central depression of dimensions to fit the flat candle deck.

Abstract: A candelabrum includes a frame assembly, a pair of anchor beams, and at least one candle support. The frame assembly includes a first frame member, a second frame member, and at least one cross member. The first frame member is rigidly coupled to the second frame member via the at least one cross member. The pair of anchor beams is coupled to the frame assembly. The at least one candle support is pivotally coupled to the pair of anchor beams. The at least one candle support is configured to receive a candle therein.

Abstract: The present invention relates to candles capable of diffusing a plurality of volatile active substances simultaneously, a base portion, at least one wick and a plurality of cartridges carrying the volatile active substances to be diffused, the base portion being provided with a plurality of holes adapted to receive the cartridges. The invention further relates to a method for diffusing a plurality of active substances simultaneously comprising manufacturing and burning such candle.

Abstract: A sanitary cake cover with a removable candle deck, which protects the contents of the cake from contamination during blowing out of celebratory candles. The transparent cake covers with a removable candle deck, which does not pierce the cake being decorated by lighted celebratory candles. The cake cover can be used without the candle deck. The sanitary cake cover is impervious to assault by normal airborne contaminants, such as dust and dirt as well from contaminated expelled breath during the act of blowing out candles. A separate removable candle deck which can be attached to or nestled securely atop the cover is removable to enable the container to be used for other food items without the obstruction of candle recesses. The flat top of either a round, rectangular or other shaped cover has a peripheral top ridge forming a flat central recess of dimensions to fit the flat candle deck.

Abstract: A candle wick includes a first layer of paper or dried pulp and a second layer of material selected from the group consisting of paper, silk, thread, textiles, corn fiberfill, cotton batting, bamboo fiber, soybean protein fiber, wood, alpaca hair, dried pulp, rosin, resin, and fibrous material. The first layer is attached to the second layer to form a candle wick that is pliable and shapeable from a generally flat shape to a generally curved shaped. When ignited, the material comprising the candle wick is capable of providing sufficient fuel to a flame to provide a substantially consistent burn from an upper portion to a lower portion. A wick clip includes a slot similarly sized and shaped to receive an undersurface of the pliable, shaped configuration of the candle wick. The candle wick and wick clip form a clip assembly.

Abstract: A device includes a Menorah and a plurality of candles. Each candle is configured to sustain a flame for at least 30 minutes and each candle includes exactly one wick. The plurality of candles is placed in the Menorah. A first set of the plurality of candles is configured to burn with a flame of a first color and a second set of the plurality of candles is configured to burn with a flame of a second color that is different from the first color.

Abstract: An apparatus for controlling a duration of burn of a stick of incense includes a base and a ferric rod extending away from and over the base. A hole is provided in the base for placement of a bottom end of the incense. A cylindrical portion is adapted to fit over and slide along a longitudinal length of the incense. A magnet is attached to the cylindrical portion and is adapted to secure the cylindrical portion, where desired, along a longitudinal length of the rod. Accordingly, the incense is supported in two locations and is disposed under and generally parallel to the rod. The incense is able to burn until the area of combustion reaches the cylindrical portion, at which time it is extinguished. Two alternate embodiments are described that allow use of modified forms of the cylindrical portion with prior art types of incense burners.

Abstract: A multiple candlestick assembly comprising at least two aligned candlestick bodies sharing a common base, where the candlestick bodies and the common base are integrally connected and co-molded. Also disclosed is a kit that includes a plurality of multiple candlestick assemblies of a varying number of aligned candlestick bodies.

Abstract: A two in one candle including a bottom jar like member having a predetermined shape and size. A first candle arranged within the jar like member. A top lid which mates with an opening of the jar like member when the candle is closed. A second candle arranged within the lid.

Abstract: A candle socket is disclosed that has passage through the candle socket. A candle is supported on the candle socket. The candle comprises a body of candle fuel with a wick extending longitudinally through the body. The candle comprises a root extending longitudinally away from the body and forming a butt end of the candle. The root is sized to pass through the passage through the socket. The root extends longitudinally in the passage through the candle socket. The root comprises candle fuel supporting a bottom portion of the wick in the root. A candle holder is also disclosed that comprises such a candle socket and also includes a collection receptacle associated with it and arranged to receive candle residue dropping from the candle socket. A filter that allows molten candle fuel through and catches wick residue falling from the candle socket is arranged between the hole in the base and the collection receptacle.

Abstract: A self-extinguishing candle is described, comprising a candle body made of wax or other suitable fuel. One or more series of wick appliances having an internal hollow channel are longitudinally disposed within the candle body. A single length of wick traverses through the collinear channels of each series of wick appliances. Within each wick appliance the section of wick therein is formed into a wick contraction. The wick contraction may be formed by bending, folding, spiraling, coiling, gathering or furling the section of wick, thereby increasing the overall length of wick contained within the interior of each wick appliance.

Abstract: A sanitary birthday covering and candle system for use with a birthday cake, having a sanitary cover, a plurality of candles and a serving tray. The cover includes a top surface and at least one side, wherein the side is integrally connected to the top surface and has a distal end having a fastening lip. The top surface has a plurality of star shaped indentations recessed therein, each one indentation having a bottom surface and at least one upwardly extending infinitely circular wall. The candles have a substantially cylindrical top portion and a substantially star shaped bottom portion. The serving tray has a recessed groove for removably coupling with the fastening lip.

Abstract: The present invention is a transparent dessert cover designed to shield confections, such as cakes, from germs resulting particularly from those attempting to blow out candles, while maintaining the aesthetic appearance of the cake. In the preferred mode, the cover is constructed of freezer-proof plastic material, and molded in the shape of a particular confection, such as a round or rectangular birthday cake. The upper portion of the cover contains recessed holes to accommodate a predetermined number of candles, as well as at least one slot in which a celebratory message such as “Happy Birthday” may be inserted. Importantly, individual letters are provided for the user to spell out particular names or messages, as desired. Finally, a sturdy, attachable bottom piece is provided with the cover to facilitate transportation and storage of the cake.

Abstract: A faux decorative cake having an internally hollowed body and a lid releasably engageable with the body for revealing, an open interior. A plurality of candle receiving portions are associated with a top surface of the body, each of the receiving portions having a specified shape and size and including an interiorly defined aperture and to which is selectively and interfittingly engaged an associated candle, such as in a first display configuration. The candles are removable in a further display configuration and the body inverted so that the candle receiving portions double as pedestal supports for the article in a further product holding and decorative display fashion.

Abstract: A cake shield to protect a cake during celebration allowing celebrants to enjoy activity and excitement of special moment without distraction or hesitation previously caused by thoughts and concerns about what they just observed to be blown or dropped onto cake they are about to eat.

Abstract: Candleholders suitable for outdoor use include a base unit for holding a candle, this unit having a candle supporting surface and an upstanding wall portion, and a separate cover member for placement over the candle or candles and the base unit. The cover member forms a top and a peripheral wall section. The candleholder has a plurality of openings located between the supporting surface and the top. The preferred openings are formed by partially cutting out and bending small sections of one of the upstanding wall portion and the wall section inward so as to permit entry of combustion air while also normally changing the direction of airflow of the incoming air. In one version, there is also a main housing adapted for mounting below ground level, this housing having an open top and a peripheral side wall portion that extends upwardly from a concrete bottom.

Abstract: A candle stand for holding and displaying a plurality of candles. The candle stand includes vertical rods that form a rigid tripod structure by attaching at the upper ends of the rods via washers, a pivoting, threaded attachment mechanism, and a threaded handle. The rods support horizontal rings that are provided with individual candle holders. The rods are provided with hooks spaced at intervals. The rings are provided with sets of projecting fingers that form channels. To attach the rings to the rods, the hooks are inserted into the corresponding channels on the rings. This forms an attractive, three-dimensional structure that is sufficiently rigid so as to hold a plurality of candles safely, yet is easily disassembled and collapsed into essentially flat components for easy shipping or storage.

Abstract: A tree shaped candle holder having at least one twisted tree wire that has a root end and a branch end. At least one bead is wrappingly connected to the tree wire adjacent to the branch end. At least one votive cup is wrappingly connected to the tree wire. A base is connected to the tree wire root end.

Abstract: A cake shield is provided to ensure against contamination during candle extinguishing. The shield is a thin, preferably clear (to expose the icing of the cake) and disposable layer of plastic or paperboard which is preferably provided with a window for the candles to pass through. The window facilitates the placement and removal of the candles after extinguishing the same. The cake shield is preferably sufficiently large to protect much of the top and iced surface of the cake from germs during candle “blow out” and from saliva, also during candle extinguishing. The thin flat layer of the cake shield is supported by small, preferably integrally formed, legs which gently touch upon the top surface of the cake. After the candles are extinguished and removed, the shield is easily removed and the entirety of the device is discarded. The cake shield can be decorated or shaped to correspond to the occasion being celebrated or may be entirely plain to allow the icing to fully being exposed.

Abstract: A decorative cake protector (1) for use on a cake (2) is disclosed in which the protection includes a shield (5) for protecting the cake from the residue or debris of at least one burning device (16,17), a support (16a,17a) for holding the burning device above the cake; and a decorative theme piece (10) mounted above the shield. The decorative cake protector preferably includes a stand (12) to space the shield from the cake surface.

Abstract: Candle holder for mounting on a support, such as a bakery product, comprising at least two candle mounts which are displaceable relative to one another so that the wicks of at least two candles present in each case on the candle mounts can be brought into an ignition distance relative to one another in a first position and can then be moved into a second position in which the wicks are a larger distance apart.

Abstract: A decorative cake protector (1) for use on a cake (2) is disclosed in which the protection includes a shield (5) for protecting the cake from the residue or debris of at least one burning device (16,17), a support (16a,17a) for holding the burning device above the cake; and a decorative theme piece (10) mounted above the shield. The decorative cake protector preferably includes a stand (12) to space the shield from the cake surface.

Abstract: Candle holder for mounting on a support, such as a bakery product, comprising at least two candle mounts which are displaceable relative to one another so that the wicks of at least two candles present in each case on the candle mounts can be brought into an ignition distance relative to one another in a first position and can then be moved into a second position in which the wicks are a larger distance apart.

Abstract: Candle holder for a plurality of candles arranged separately from each other. Each candle comprises a cup-shaped container with a wick and wax. The candles (10, 11, 12) are arranged substantially vertically one underneath the other at such a distance that the respectively lower candle thermally influences the candle arranged above it such that its wax is melted. Said candle holder consists of a slide-in system, that can be set up to the desired distance.

Abstract: A candelabra for securely supporting a candle in an upright position includes a lower support platform and an upper support platform mounted above said lower support platform. The upper support platform includes a plurality of apertures for receiving a candlestick. The lower support platform includes a plurality of indentions each aligned with a corresponding aperture on the upper support platform. A candle may be securely supported in an upright position by inserting the lower end of the candlestick through the aperture on the upper support platform and subsequently into the indention on the lower support platform. The upper and lower support platforms are connected with removably attached brace members allowing the device to be easily disassembled.

Abstract: A candle ignition system for substantially simultaneously lighting multiple candles includes a fuse of a fast-burning material and intermediate igniter members extending transversely from the fuse. The igniter members have a first portion for connection to the fuse and a second portion for attachment to candle wicks. In one embodiment, the igniter members have a large surface area in relation to their thickness. The igniter members may be separate from the fuse and formed into a loop for passing a fuse therethrough, or may be integral or unitary with the fuse. Preferably, the igniter members fold over and sandwich the candle wicks between the folds. Wax or other tacky substance is used for attachment to the wicks. The first portion may be a fast-burning portion relative to the second portion which may burn slower, or the second portion may burn hotter than the first portion.

Abstract: The kit consists of a container holding a plurality of candles of a first predetermined size and shape such that the candles can be assembled together to form a regular geometric solid of a geometric shape different from that of the individual candles. Specific embodiments of the invention include candles shaped like triangular prisms forming a square-cross-section solid when assembled together, combinations of L-shaped and cylindrical candles forming a solid of square-cross-sectional shape, as well as candles forming solids having octagonal, hexagonal, circular, etc. cross-sectional shapes when assembled in the kit. When removed from the container, the candles in the kit can be arranged in a variety of decorative patterns, including the pattern used in the kit.

Abstract: A candle holding bowl has an upwardly facing hexagonal annulus joined to a downwardly facing hexagonal annulus. The upper annulus has a substantially hexagonal opening for entry into the bowl, and the lower annulus is closed by a hexagonal bottom wall. The hexagonal bottom wall of one bowl fits within the hexagonal opening of another identical bowl to permit vertical stacking of two bowls. Each hexagonal annulus comprises a plurality of flat panes which coact with each other for stacking a plurality of bowls in triangular or pyramidal fashion.

Abstract: A multiple candle lantern designed to be used with a plurality of tube candles. The candle lantern includes an upper cover that selectively attaches to a lower base and a heat shield disposed over the top opening of the upper cover. The lower base has a plurality of tube candle recessed spaces formed thereon which hold a tube candle in a longitudinally aligned position thereon. Each tube candle includes a candle longitudinally aligned inside a metal outer tube. A spring is disposed between the lower base and the candle which keeps the candle's wick extending from the upper hole formed on the tube as the candle burns. Formed on the sides of the upper cover near the lower edge are a plurality of air delivery slots which deliver ventilation air directly into the candle lantern and against the sides of the tube candles.

Abstract: A fireplace candle grate comprising a plurality of longitudinally spaced, transversely disposed cradle members having a planer candle support surface on the end of one or more cradle members, a hollow sleeve surmounted on the candle support surface, the sleeve slideably receiving an end of said cradle members. Additionally, a lug may depending from the candle support surface, the lug having a mating aperture. A multifaceted mounting surface on an end of the sleeve is slideably received in the mating aperture wherein the incline of the candle support surface may be adjusted.

Abstract: The invention relates to articles of manufacture formed of a variety of copper fittings, such as 90 degree-elbows, tees, nipples, and straight pipe sections. The articles essentially comprise a pair of components formed of multiple copper fittings, where such components are pivotally mounted to one another. Finished articles may include, for example, a free standing picture frame or a candelabra.

Abstract: A novelty candle includes an exterior meltable body made of wax which has a first predetermined configuration, such as a human hand, and in interior body formed of a generally non-meltable material, such as a stone-like material, is embedded within the hand. The interior body, in the form of skeletal components of a human hand is smaller than but otherwise substantially corresponds to the shape of the hand. One or more wicks are used to gradually burn and/or melt away the outer wax shell or layer to gradually expose the skeletal components. A surface coloration coating may be used on the wax shell to simulate the skin of a hand, and the wax may be given a color, such as red, to simulate blood when the outer shell melts and drips on the portion of the hand that remains. A candle is also described in the form of a coffin made of wax which gradually exposes a skeleton when the wicks of the candle are lit and the coffin melts away.

Abstract: The invention comprises a fray-resistant wick made up of an elongated fiber core with a web surrounding the core, and a jacket surrounding the web. The web has a lower melting point than both the core and the jacket, with the web and jacket fusibly or adhesively bonded to the core to form an integral structure. The core or jacket may comprise a fiber glass yarn, and the web a thermoplastic resin such as polypropylene. The method of making the fray-resistant wick comprises forming an enlongated core of the fiber material and surrounding the core with the web, and then surrounding the web with the jacket. Heating the core, web and jacket to a sufficiently high temperature fuses the core and jacket to the web, thereby forming an integral wick structure. In an alternative embodiment, the method comprises surrounding the core with a web of adhesive material for the purpose of bonding the core and jacket.

Abstract: This invention discloses a lamp shade assembly including a lamp shade, a plurality of vanes attached to the lamp shade, a pivot about which the lamp shade rotates, and a candle assembly located below said plurality of vanes, the candle assembly comprising a plurality of wicks with substantially different burning lives, the candle assembly when burning causing warmed air to rise and impinge upon the plurality of vanes, thereby causing rotation of the lamp shade.

Abstract: A rotatable holder for a candle for a cake, said holder including a housing supporting an upstanding shaft having its upper end keyed within a complimentary recesses of a candle platform and a candle. Within the housing is a small, battery powered D.C. motor connected through reduction gearing to the shaft, and audio may be provided so that when rotating the shaft an appropriate melody can be played. The holder is fixedly secured to the cake by means of a plurality of prongs. A plurality of removable arms which receive commercially-available candles extends radially out from the platform and the base of the holder.

Abstract: Wax candles are stored and transported in containers shaped similarly to the candles. The ambient temperature may cause the candles to partially or completely melt and hence lose their shape. When the ambient temperature eventually lowers, the candles will resolidify in the containers in their initial shape, and thus spoilage is prevented. A plurality of containers may be connected to form a candle storage tray, and several trays may be stacked atop one another in a storage container such as a basket.

Abstract: A candle including a shaped mass of suitable material, such as for example wax or other petroleum by-products solid at room temperature and the like, which provides a source of combustible fuel during burning thereof is disclosed. The shaped mass includes a central portion disposed at a lower part thereof, and a pair of divergent branch portions joined atop the central portion. In the preferred embodiment, upper portions of the branch portions as well as the central portion are preferably disposed substantially in the vertical direction to permit safe and even burning of the candle, and to enhance the aesthetic appeal.

Abstract: An adapter for supporting a candle relative to a light fixture. The inventive device includes a mounting assembly engagable to a light socket of the light fixture. A candle engaging assembly is removably coupled to the mounting assembly for supporting a candle and capturing wax dripping therefrom.

Abstract: A candle having an ignitor connected to the top end of the candle below, and aligned with, the bent wick of the candle. Ignition of the ignitor results in ignition of the wick. A plurality of candles, each having an ignitor are disposed in a predetermined pattern and the ignitors interconnected. Ignition of one of the ignitors results in a sequential combustion of the remaining ignitors and ignition of the candles. A method of preparing the candles is disclosed.

Abstract: An igniting means for lighting a group of birthday-type candles, wherein the candles are slidably mounted on a fuse line by means of a substantially flat outwardly extended wick member in which an aperture is formed to threadably receive the fuse line and wherein the fuse line is provided with end members to prevent the candles from sliding off of the fuse line.