Accessorize a large plain candle with a necklace of glass beads on copper wire for a sparkling, sophisticated look.

1. Starting to Thread the Beads
Thread a small bead onto the wire about 1 inch from the end and twist the wire twice to secure the bead in place.

2. Threading Extra Beads
Working from the other end of wire, thread on several larger beads. Secure them against first bead with another small bead, twisting wire as in Step 1. Repeat along the length of wire, leaving a gap of wire between each group of beads. Create different ‘patterns’ of beads in each section.

3. Securing the Wire
When 1 inch from end of wire, finish off with a small bead as in Step 1. Bend one end of the wire and press it carefully into the candle to a depth of about 1/2 inch to hold the decoration in place.

4. Wrapping the Candle
Now wrap the full length of the wire around the candle. The bands of beads don’t have to be parallel – they look more interesting if they slant and overlap in places. Secure the wire by pressing the second end 1/2 inch into the candle in the same way as in Step 3. 

 Achieving a Balanced Effect
• As you are threading up your beads, occasionally wrap the beaded wire around the candle to check whether the groups of beads are "clumping," or if you are making long, ugly gaps. If so, readjust the groupings by moving the twisted-on beads along slightly.
• For a neat appearance, avoid kinking the wire as you work, as it is difficult to straighten it. Try to finish the beading at an equal distance from each end. You can always trim the wire if it is too long.
• Remember that for safety reasons you should never leave a burning candle unattended.