Smokeless candle snuffer and wick trimmer combination

Abstract

This invention improves upon the existing art by providing a combination implement for use with candles, thereby providing a convenient tool with multiple functions. Broadly, the implement includes an elongated handle having a first end with a candle wick trimmer and a second end with a candle snuffer. In the preferred embodiment, the candle snuffer is the form of a bent wire configured to perform a smokeless, wick-dipping action. In an alternative embodiment, the wick trimmer comprises a pair of miniature shears. An option sleeve may be provided to cover at least the shears, and the elongated handle may have one or more flat sides suitable for carrying messages.

I claim:  
     
         1 . A combination implement for use with candles, comprising: 
 an elongated handle having a first end with a candle wick trimmer and a second end with a candle snuffer.    
     
     
         2 . The combination implement of  claim 1 , wherein the candle snuffer is a bent wire configured to perform a smokeless, wick-dipping action.  
     
     
         3 . The combination implement of  claim 1 , wherein the wick trimmer comprises a pair of miniature shears. .  
     
     
         4 . The combination implement of  claim 1 , further including a sleeve to cover the shears.  
     
     
         5 . The combination implement of  claim 1 , wherein the elongated handle has one or more flat sides.