In the electric candle sconce illustrated an ordinary key socket, such as is used on drop lights, is neatly boxed in with the key projecting from one side. The box is then mounted on a small shelf in front of a piece of polished brass or copper to serve as a reflector. When the woodwork is neatly finished and a frosted candle-shaped electric lamp is used, the effect is very quaint and attractive. Such a fixture is inexpensive and makes an excellent hall light or side light in the dining room or on each side of the dresser.

The back board is first to be prepared. Square up the ends and smooth off the end wood. Mark the guide lines for the bevel edges, and then plane them off, taking due care not to tear off splinters at the corners when planing crossways. The shelf will next be shaped up, after which bore a half-inch hole clear through at the center so that the end of the socket will set in. Fasten the shelf to the back with two screws set in from behind, and then prepare the small bracket underneath, which is to be fastened in place with glue and a few nails driven in from behind and down through the shelf, taking care in the latter case to so place the nails that the box will finally hide them. A box two inches square will then be made of one-quarter inch material so as to inclose the socket. A quarter-inch slot will then be made in the center of one side so that the box may be slipped down over the key of the socket. Bore a five-sixteenth inch hole through the back and into the shelf connecting with the hole already made through the shelf at the center. Connect the wires to the socket, and run them out through this hole to the back. Place the small box over the socket and secure it in place, and then close up the slot in the side below the key by fitting and gluing in a small piece of wood. The top of the box is now in order, and besides being finished up smoothly with square edges and corners, should receive a large hole in the center, so that the candle-lamp may be screwed into the socket. When this is fastened in place the woodwork is complete and ready for finishing.

A piece of brass or copper large enough to form a reflector should then be secured, shaped up as desired and fastened to the back. Those who are familiar with the process of etching as taught in the schools will find here an excellent opportunity to try their skill as the plate may be rendered quite decorative by etching some simple, formal design around the edges or at the corners, leaving the center brightly polished and lacquered.