John's Candle Holder for your Christmas Box 2022

[@thelasthomelyhouse]

Hello KZbin Friends - seems the Scammers are sitting uninvited on The Lime Green Sofa again. Please don't respond to anything telling you that you have won something or that you need to download an app to receive a prize. I would NEVER give prizes in that way - the Telegraph Comments are here again. Stay safe online and enjoy the REAL commenters! Kate xxx

[@dianebeckett5453]

Yes I got a message ... That's why I put up the warning

[@geraldedwards3568]

Thankyou all for the warning, it must be the one time not being tech savvy came in useful as I didn’t know how to respond haha.

[@vivienclark6653]

Thanks Kate I got a message too will be more careful take care everyone 😉

[@sisselsworld]

If you see one, report it. It then gets removed from the comments.

[@vivienclark6653]

@@sisselsworld Thank you I replied it won't happen again

[@mjclark7119]

Oh my goodness John! They are soooo beautiful. I’m just sorry I’m watching this in 2023 and missed out! You’re a very clever craftsman x

[@marybeth4002]

I can't help it - but listening to John explain the process of his beautiful candle holders - it's the exact same process as Mother creating quilts. Lots of different pieces coming together to create something beautiful. Thank you to Kate and her beautiful family for giving us so much of your time and love. ❤ Much love from Michigan.

[@mikipappas4326]

Here in Indiana. My sister State. My better half. 🤭

[@mathgeek7966]

I was reminded of that too :-) Seeing "strip piecing" then cutting the holders, and using a jig which made me think about a template. These are a lovely addition to the box!

[@lindacaudill1698]

I agree in all that you said. Amazing you are in MI!

[@seasmoke26]

Mary Jo’s daughter?

[@vivianjones9130]

I was telling a lady in our sewing group recently that my late husband did a lot of remodeling old homes and his carpentry was a lot like sewing. You do a lot of measuring and cutting but using different tools. He would also use templates at times. I would help him at times and I enjoyed it a lot and love to sew. I just love making things.

[@amyohl5037]

Lovely wooden craft. Amazing how the optical illusion that the holder is beveled. Stunning wood hift.

[@dorissanders1950]

What a beautiful wooden holder...skill and art making a beautiful gift. ❤

[@nancyalderdice1405]

The candle holders are lovely A lot of work but so worth it . Thank you John 🇨🇦❤️

[@karenarmstrong9444]

I may never get a box and that doesn’t diminish the joy of watching these made each year!

[@kim14533]

I totally thought the same thing! I even thought about making my own Kate inspired Christmas tree just to be a part of it in a tiny way.

[@wfm5121954]

I think it is wonderful that you have family. I don’t have family. I do have social media. I have nurtured what I have. And I take all my worries and fears to the people. They get me through every problem including the second hand issues of “nuisance” situations. I am not capable of handling the stress so I just throw it back out there. I am gifted, talented and equal. Nothing will ever cause me to be chiseled down to a nub. What people have to say about me is none of my concern. All is well across the pond, here. Thank you for the video.

[@juliaraley9563]

I can see the resemblance! What a handsome boy you have reared….and he is a creator also win/win! I love this idea of these boxes of Joy ❤

[@thelasthomelyhouse]

and I have another son too! I am very blessed with them and my daughter! xxx

[@livingcreatively1]

You can't get any more wholesome than this channel on KZbin. Family oriented and homemade crafts. I love your channel ❤️ Keep it up Kate

[@thelasthomelyhouse]

thank you so much xxx

[@sandyreddan3995]

This triangle of 3 different woods is my son’s signature he puts on all his furniture , except they are about three quarters of an inch big . He joins several together to make hexagons which he uses on his wooden boxes as veneer. I am a quilter. He is a wood craftsman specialising in veneer decorative boxes.

[@brendastajkowski502]

Nice to see such ingenuity. And made from natural sources. Well done!

[@angielovett4159]

I love the squatting candles too! Very appealing 🥰 . Thank you John for sharing your talents and making something SO special!

[@Thespottedswan]

John! Those are gorgeous candle holders! Bravo ! Such a talented family!

[@Mamasmovietime]

What beautiful workmanship. I so enjoyed watching everything in this video. The interactions between you and Anna are so precious. So much love shows.

[@sewmanythings8616]

I do love when John ruffles your hair!💕

[@nicolabrookes9138]

What a talented family you have. The candle holders were truly beautiful, but most of all, the fantastic relationship you have with your children is amazing. Lovely to watch ❤😊 xx

[@suebrown3194]

These candle holders are gorgeous. Even better that they're hand made!

[@sandramyer7081]

What an interesting of timbers from different trees- it creates such an striking and natural place for your candles( which are made by hand in a shop)- and can use tea light for the after time of candles-a - what a creative idea for wood, candles and for tea light eventual- love these- Thank you, John, Anna, and Kate- Beautiful! -so natural and subtleties modern- Thank you all! Sandi Myer from Florida

[@vivianjones9130]

Wow, those are beautiful. Actually words can not describe it. Awesome job John for making them along with Anna and Kate helping out with the finishing touch. Kate you are a beautiful person inside and out, along with your family. Loving watching you and your family with all yall do.

[@caroljohnson3899]

I love you and John together! Such a great son and you are so blessed to have him and such a great daughter in law!

[@diannewilson5470]

I love watching you two together. your laughter are so heartwarming. Thank You to both of you.

[@tafh3842]

The candle holders are so beautiful. I love your passion in making them John! my dad was a wood worker, and I miss seeing him in the wood shop so this was a nice treat to see you at work. I’m sad that the Christmas boxes sold out so quickly and I wasn’t able to purchase one, but am so happy for those who were able to get one. What a blessing to receive all of the magical treats inside. God Bless.

[@blessings4381]

Love seeing you and Anna adding the final touch to John's fine pieces... And you have such fun together!❤

[@lindacaudill1698]

Thank you John for your time and being the son to an amazing woman. She changed my life at 65 and almost at 66. Love you Kate!!!

[@thelasthomelyhouse]

Linda - you are the one who changed - sending love for your journey xxx

[@conniecoll8804]

I love watching wood working!!! This finished product is so pretty. Thank you so much for creating these beautiful candle holders.

[@marykirtley3474]

A simple, but elegant design, well done John. Love seeing your projects and videos Kate. Good on you, John and Anna. Best!

[@jodigrzeczka6617]

Thank you, Kate and John, and Anna! Love watching the process! Wish John was my neighbor! I love woodworking and wooden objects. Wonderful presents!

[@Beruthiel45]

My husband had a bad fall on Thursday - he has Parkinsons and tumbled on his daily walk to the mailbox - and he was in and out of hospital for several days but he is mending well, with a multicoloured face now as you may imagine, but he's okay thank goodness. However, that is why I'm only now watching the Christmas box videos on Tuesday night, November 1st. I think it's actually Wednesday morning already back yem though, so the boxes will already be sent out. I just wanted to say how lovely the candleholders are while I have the time. I love the idea of having something made in my home place from things that grew there, and look so beautiful and were designed and created in their home place. In 1977 on our first trip back after 10 years in Alberta I saved leaves from every tree I could, flower heads from every wild ones I could access, including heather and gorse, with a little fuzzball of sheep's wool from brambles as a bonus, and pressed them all and framed them into two pictures after we flew back west again. At the coast I did some mudlarking and found some sea coal and a piece of amber, and of course sea glass. I have them all where I can see and touch them. You can take the girl out of the country, but... you know the rest. 🥴 Beautiful idea Johnny and beautifully created. It's so nice to see how the family enjoys cooperating, and each other's company too. A very enjoyable video indeed. 🖖💖 🇨🇦

[@connieacree4006]

Your son, John's candle holders are very beautiful. It's so nice to have other members of your family that are talented in different ways and contributing to your Christmas box. Thanks for sharing and God bless you and yours from Nebraska, USA 🇺🇸. 😊❤❤

[@dot7146]

What a lovely project! Well done John. 👏 My husband is a woodworker & I really appreciate your creations.

[@kathleenallan321]

What a lovely candleholder!! It was fascinating to watch the whole process. Thank you, John,!!!

[@peaceloventaurus518]

You all make me smile. What a beautiful family. Thank you for sharing with all of us!

[@suedale1865]

Said it before but your relationship with John is so lovely to see 💙💜

[@lunacali]

You son and daughter-in-law are gems.

[@sheilalueck-riley8644]

John is a master! The candleholders are just gorgeous! What a lovely and talented family you have Kate. From Wisconsin, USA.

[@bethliebman8169]

Fun to see John in his woodworking shop (safety measures in place--ear protectors and vacuum sawdust removal system). The results are so beautiful!

[@paigemcmasters6520]

Wonderful candle holders for the hand made candles. Love the local woods being used! John is so clever!

[@gilscot100]

Such a simple design but so effective and stylish. Well done Johm. On camera they take on a 3D look. So much talent

[@janeevans4758]

They are just completely stunning, all those grains in the wood,grown local, and hand made to perfection. Just wonderful craftsmanship. Such a wonderful addition to the Christmas boxes.

[@lolainma3218]

What a beautiful and talented family. You are all so blessed.

[@christine3358]

I cannot get over how beautiful those are…. And the thoughtfulness of them goes beyond!!!! Just lovely

[@redgingerbreadpam]

Y'all are always such a joy to hang out with. ❤️

[@Molly-pb2yb]

My brother is a wood carver...retired engineer...recently started carving full time! He also works with local wood & carves life size eagles, woodpeckers, and bears. Recently carved a blue Heron! Very nice John! Cross my fingers I can buy a box!

[@lawrenesolberg6118]

Warms my heart ladies watching you laugh and have fun together. John’s candle holders are beautiful!

[@bgummeson]

My father was a woodworker, so I understand the expertise that went into this. Well done! ❤

[@thelasthomelyhouse]

there is nothing like the smell of freshly cut wood is there! xxx

[@bgummeson]

@@thelasthomelyhouse Yes, I love that smell!

[@SandraOranje]

🤣🤣 See I knew it. It was the hair ruffler. And he didn't disappoint. 🤣🤣 You made some unique candle holders John. I can watch it for hours people working on wood. Love it. Great job. 👍🏻

[@sunltcloud]

OMG the English Oak! The Ash! The Sycamore! I am in love! ❤And John! And Anna! And you! I can’t think of a better combination. Well, whoever gets these candle holders will have a work of art in the house. Just looking at the three different grains is a delight. The candle holders are art in themselves and they are a piece of Northumberland to treasure. 💚💚💚

[@thelasthomelyhouse]

thank you! lovely comment! xxx

[@damarisrempel9147]

I would love the one with the crack/ the imperfection!! Love it!! They are beautiful!!! So special!!!

[@kimdavenport9820]

He did a beautiful job picking out the wood and putting them together!!! I love how no two are the same.

[@lidialopezmartin]

I love how John loves you and showes that during the video, he always does when he appears. You have such beautiful loving family and that is shown in all the items designed and made by each one of them. Thanks again for inspiring us and I am looking so much forward to Sunday 😊 ✨💚

[@lynette.]

The use of the woods like this is so in line with your patchwork. Beautiful design.

[@susuburleson878]

I am a textile artist and my son is a wood whisperer who makes beautiful items. We also enjoy noting the similarities between textiles and wood. ❤

[@sandiemable]

I love how all of your talented children have made something for the boxes; it makes them all the more special. Thank you, John! Have a great weekend, xoxo's Sandie😊

[@charlaineanderson1821]

You can see the love and respect that you and John share. Love watching you and the family gather to put the Christmas boxes together.

[@dianavoermans]

So lovely to see the love that the whole family is showing for you, Kate! To participate all in the creating of the Christmas boxes 💕

[@cyndialvarado6645]

John they are beautiful. Thank you for sharing. Love listening to both of you talking ❤

[@judycostello7308]

Just beautiful! I love the design John. It looks 3 D and the grain will reveal the story of each tree. What a lovely family collaboration!

[@vcrouch6041]

Oh Kate, what I love the most about these Christmas boxes is the story behind them. I love seeing the process and people who put so much effort into them under your excellent direction. Haven't gotten one yet, someday, but look forward to my calendar order coming in any day now! P.S. IT'S HERE AND IT'S LOVELY!

[@thelasthomelyhouse]

ah! the calendar! I hope you have a happy year with each new month! xxx thank you

[@PamelaCatherine24]

Thank you for sharing the crafting of your stunning candle holders and the candles intended for them. Yourself, Anna and John explaining the process of crafting and attributes of the woods chosen was very interesting. I hope I'm lucky enough to purchase a box before they are sold out! ❤️

[@jillyb9995]

Well done John for creating and well done Kate and Anna for oiling and wrapping. A labour of love.😍🕯️

[@lyndakling901]

I love the naturally coloured candles the best!

[@irhonda31]

Having John show and explain the process really gave me a deep appreciation for the candle holders, and they are beautiful! You two look so much alike, and both so artistic - like mother like son!

[@TheCatlady63]

I love wood and watching people work with wood. John is so talented Kate I know you are very proud of him. 😊

[@coloradoblueskiesboutique7720]

Its going to be a beautiful box of talent ,beauty and joy from one family to another.🥰🥰🥰🎁🎁🎁🎁🎁

[@brendastajkowski502]

When you look at them from different angles they appear to be like pyramids when instead they are flat. Amazing.

[@deenayates5254]

Beautiful! John is a true craftsman, what a talent. All of you are so artistic and talented. Anna is a joy as well. Thanks for sharing.

[@JannekeKimstra]

I use the soapdish that John made every day. It is so wonderful to see the whole family join in for the project.

[@thelasthomelyhouse]

me too - my soap dish is in daily use! xxx

[@leoniecochrane3108]

John's handmade candle holders are just so beautiful. I love your Christmas boxes but John's are just awesome. I have said before your family are just wonderful.

[@ravenskye6595]

OMG those are outstanding, John you are brilliant.

[@DeerheartStudioArts]

John, you are so sweet and cheeky! I love the candle holders. Am a woman artisan and was a wood carver for 20 years so I love the infinite beauty of wood grain. I carved Western Red Maple, Alder, Red Cedar, and Yellow Cedar. The fragrances were awesome! Made my own non toxic food safe wood wax with beeswax and non toxic non scented linseed oil or ting oil from Lee Valley here on Vancouver Island, BC, Canada. Now I’m just past 76, gulp! 🫢and love watching the things you do, Kate. I construct junk journals and hand bound books, crochet, build automata’s, fold kusudamas and origami tessellations, sew, dye cloth and paper, practice zentangling, momigami, and joomchi, as well as garden. Life is great! You inspire me, Kate!🦌💌❤️🙏

[@Orcadianknitter]

I love how they give an optical illusion of a pyramid. Beautiful hand crafted item.

[@gillianmeehan3206]

A note to those who are planning on buying a box - last year they had all sold within about 15 minutes of them going on sale so you MUST get the SHOP page open (the link is below the video) a few minutes before 7pm GMT (Greenwich Mean Time) with your payment card in your hand so that you can go through the checkout quickly and smoothly with no faffing around!!!

[@The1chickie]

Thanks Gillian for this tip to set yourself up for the sale.

[@suebabe100]

Thanks so much for the heads up. Since the clocks change I'm confused about the time! Does anyone know if it's 3 EST, 2 EST, or 4 EST? I really want to get one. I'm so challenged haha!

[@sueadams9364]

@@suebabe100 Now you have me confused...the time change @ 12:01 Sunday morning makes it confusing. Sue A.

[@wooleygirl5240]

Thanks Gillian! Pam Miller in Alabama

[@suebabe100]

@@sueadams9364 I know and I'm sorry. I'm trying to figure this thing out! :) We change the clocks at 12.01 on Sunday morning an hour back.

[@lindaphelan7611]

Beautiful family!! Gorgeous wooden candle holders!!! 🧡🧡🧡

[@shirleylindsay5586]

John, you did an awesome job on the candle holders. Kate, I love it when you do this kind of video. Hello anna.

[@lisajahn6839]

This was beautiful! I love wood and woodworking! Such a beautiful wood shop workroom. All of you have done magnificent work! Thank you all for sharing and the loving hard work. Be well, be safe.

[@karlajensen1041]

Great. Not just a block of one great wood....but three! Way to go John. So creative for the handmade candles etc. HaPpY HaLLowEeN 🎃

[@ripleyhyland1885]

Beautiful! Love the way you showcased the different local species.

[@annedavison2999]

When John does that with your hair It reminds me so much of my son & the bond we had I miss him so much since he passed away😢.Beautiful work

[@thelasthomelyhouse]

oh - I'm so sorry - our sons are so ver special to us xxx sad for you xxx take care

[@missyb.623]

When my children were all home, kitchen rejects were their favorites! Messed up cookies and cupcakes I wouldn't take to an event. Your reject candle holder coaster made me think of that. Hugs!

[@lauraveechFMQ]

I had a dream last night that I went to an artist retreat at The Last Homely House. It was amazing! Each day a different artist taught a class. At the end of each day we all walked the goose up to the lake. Thanks for all of the creative things you show us! It’s such a peaceful time to spend in this crazy world.

[@GottaDance56]

His process for making these reminded me of quilting; making strip sets to cut to different widths. And the jig is like a ruler we use to cut angles. More beautiful once oiled! Love it.

[@thelasthomelyhouse]

exactly right! xxx

[@damienk5011]

Hiya Kate,and John&Anna! My IT expert,( Master twelve,) has enlightened my understanding of this device a bit more,so l can "binge watch" prior episodes and I'm quilting on your LGS ( mine actually is covered with a green quilt!)watching you all with the candle making and John's woodcrafting of the holders. I do like how you've showcased everyone's talents,giving due credits to all😊.Actually causes my grandees to watch along & see how much real effort & care goes into hand crafted items,learning about manufacturing products from true grass roots.( They think l went to school on a pterodactyl)! Lol! And can't believe there was life before TV ect!Anyhow best wishes to all whom you touch on,and your subscribers😊❤J.I.M.K Mrs. Australia 🇦🇺 💙 😀

[@SunflowerAV]

John is incredibly talented. I didn't get a box because I got so involved in knitting socks for two individuals I met at an arts and craft fair that I didn't look at my phone for the reminder! Candle holder is stunning! all the parts are beautiful

[@dijones9217]

I think the one with the crack in it is beautiful…💐

[@thelasthomelyhouse]

ME TOO! I kept one like that for me! xxx Thank you xxx

[@barbararoyal6139]

John these are absolutely remarkable and beautiful 🕊

[@Stitchingwithmysister]

How sad I am that I have only just found your KZbin channel today and have missed out on ordering this lovely box..however you have made my day watching John explain and make these beautiful candle holders reminds me of the hours I spent with my father in his workshop making beautiful wood things in his spare time. He passed 20 years ago but watching I can so relate to the love and fondness of wood that John shows as he explains and could almost smell the sawdust in the workshop, you have made my day and filed it with fond memories. Such a lovely channel, thank you so much! I have now happily subscribed so I don't miss an episode again, I share so many of your interests and creativity! xx

[@nancybloomfield1753]

What a craftsman John is! These are just beautiful and so much love has gone into them!

[@theeggtimertictic1136]

Stunning ... and a great way to combine 3 much loved tree species! I love John's quirky sense of fun 😁 I have to agree with Anna too you have a natural talent for flowing commentary ☺️. Ps I love the little face peering at me in the oak at 7:39 ... I call them knot people , they're not people they're knot people. Ha, enough silliness for now..

[@lynnshepard7485]

Ah, the craftsmanship involved in this process! 🤩 It’s a beautiful thing to watch. 💗

[@nature12487]

How absolutely incredible. What a gifted,talented and creative family! John describing such an incredible project with so much passion is like Kate describing her quilting process. Love how it incorporates English trees that will be distributed globally! The oil makes the colours in the wood just pop! How sensational and could become an heirloom for many families. Thank you Kate and family for such inspiration and creativity. Lisa A, Ontario Canada 🇬🇧🇨🇦❤️🌟

[@vickijeanne9958]

The candle holders are so lovely. Seeing John in the wood shop made me miss seeing my father-in-law working in his woodshop making items for people, such an artistry. He had made walnut cabinets for my kitchen which I so treasure!

[@bethann2971]

How special to see the family all involved with the Christmas Boxes , just heart warming, the candle holders are simply gorgeous John, thank you ALL for sharing your wonderful talents and for all you do...

[@pennyfrosin3277]

The candlesticks are amazing, such a brilliant design that John has done

[@emerybob1]

Beautiful candle holders, such a unique idea. The candles are lovely as well. Laurie

[@susanflavin8460]

treasure from the woods of your homeland-a tiny little thing of beauty

[@marleneo2581]

Always a joy to see John. Thank you, John for your contribution. Our yard is covered with acorns from our Oak trees. Makes it like walking on marbles. It's wonderful to see a family working together.

[@aprililles9610]

What a beautiful, balanced design. Such care and attention to detail and love that went into crafting each holder! I love the grains and thinking about where the parent trees might have stood and what they might have seen in their lifetimes. Like holding a little bit of history in your hand. Thankyou for showing us the whole process!

[@sharonoconnor7769]

Kate, I love John’s beautiful candle bolder! Watching him work in his shop takes me back to my younger years when I watched my dad in his shop. He was a tool and die machinist. He also loved building furniture working with the black walnut that grew on our property. He used linseed or danish oil, I loved the smells that lingered in the shop. So it is just lovely to see your John and Anna working with you! How blessed you all are to be so talented and dedicated to each other.

[@Loridye3605]

Absolutely love everything in the boxes so far and hope that I am privileged to receive on if I order fast enough! Great job Kate and everyone involved in the making, packing shipping and wrapping that goes in to the wonderful Christmas boxes!! Thank you all at The Last Homely House for giving us such a wonderful channel to enjoy. ❤

[@richardfinney5081]

Lynn here on Hubby's phone mines playing up 😏, FAB!!!, I Just Love different woods so beautiful,so many colors in it 🤗, Well Done John 👍, good job , your work must be so interesting to do , it's so lovely all the families helping mum , I can remember when she only had 500, subscribers, back in the old Days hey Kate , Take Care Love xx

[@margaretcapone]

Absolutely beautiful. John is so talented. These are a treasure.