Tea Lights

I had a light go off in my brain (oh ha, ha Molly) when I was digging through some vintage kitchen utensils. I ran across this old aluminum strainer for making beverages. You're not supposed to use things like this anymore because of the "leeching aluminum issue" (click here to read about it) so other than just sit there like a museum piece why not put it to work?

Try making a lantern out of it by simply placing a (battery operated) candle inside. It casts a beautiful glow and most strainers already have hooks and chain that work great for hanging.

Look at that great pattern it casts on the counter!

Remember to ONLY use battery operated candles. Real candles = hot! And we don't want to burn the house down for the sake of decor.

I couldn't find my other ones but I'd love to see a grouping of these hung together and lit up!

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