Orchard Glow - Apple Tealight Holder

Orchard Glow – Apple Tealight Holder   When summer softly fades to gold, and cooler evenings start to unfold, a little orchard light begins to shine, warming the room with leaves and vine.   Orchard Glow is an apple-shaped tealight holder inspired by that beautiful moment when late summer turns into fall. The flowing branches and leaves wrap around the apple, creating an interesting pattern of light and shadow when an LED tealight is placed inside.   It looks just as lovely unlit as a decorative piece, but once the light comes on, the design really comes to life. Perfect for cozy evenings, fall decorating, a kitchen counter top, table centerpiece, entry way, or a dorm room (use LED light only!)   *Only intended for LED lights.   The photos of this model were taken at different times throughout the day—from daylight into late evening to show how the apple changes with the surrounding light.   The variations you see in the model’s color are completely real. I printed it using ZIRO Maple Forest Multicolor filament, which naturally shifts between different tones throughout the print. It’s a fun and interesting filament to work with, and the changing colors add another dimension and a bit of extra character to the finished model.   For more LED Tealight holders, go here: https://makerworld.com/en/collections/26307965-all-tealights-and-candle-holders For more modern home decor, go here: https://makerworld.com/en/collections/21918876-modern-home-decor   Filament used Maple Forest (Matte) Multi color: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CZ43KVF7?ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_fed_asin_title&th=1     Printing Use a clean print plate with some glue (unless you are using a super tack plate) Use dried out filament(Different filament types impact the print differently, please adjust your settings accordingly. This print needs full support! Support Removal: There will be a lot of support and a little bit of patience is needed as you will need to alternate between the outside and inside when removing the support. Let the model cool down before removing the supports. Use pliers when removing the supports. Start with breaking the outer support in the middle  by “crushing” them by using a plier.  Carefully work your way in. Gently break the support off starting at the middle by breaking (crushing) the support in the middle. Avoid pulling firmly on the delicate cutout sections. Work slowly and remove the supports in small pieces. Alternate between the outside and inside when breaking and removing the support. Remove the remaining support from the bottom.  Light sanding and gentle, controlled heat may be needed to clean up areas where the supports were attached on the backside. I used a handheld mini torch, but apply heat carefully to avoid warping or damaging the print.   If you like this design, please leave a rating, a comment or a boost. Boost MeAn apple a day is good… but a Boost is even better! ;) No worries if you can't boost, a rating or a comment is very much appreciated as well! 💛