Floating Candles Make an Elegant Decorative Accent

Looking for an elegant alternative to traditional candles? Floating candles offer an array of creative possibilities for indoor and outdoor illumination. Designed with smooth, rounded undersides so that they can float gently in a variety of water depths, floating candles can be used to create both floating candle centerpieces and accent lighting.  Try using floating candles to set a stylish tone for your next dinner, party or occasion – here are a few ideas to help you get started:

Cluster floating candles and the a few flower heads (roses and lilies work especially well) in a large, colored or clear glass floating candle bowl to create a bold, eye-catching centerpiece. Use a shallow bowl so that the candlelight casts gently across the table. The low light it creates will flatter your food and your guests!

If you're looking for a taller, more dramatic floating candle centerpiece, take three to five glass vases of varying heights and place marbles, shells, colored glass or stones in the bottom of each.  Fill the vases with water leaving an inch of space at the top, then place a floating candle in each.  The candles will highlight the glass, water and colored stones, shells or marbles, creating a glimmering table accent that's perfect for a dinner, party or buffet.

Floating candles can also be used to create an elegant ambiance for outdoor parties – set a group of candles afloat on a swimming pool or outdoor pond, or place small, water-filled bowls or vases around a deck or patio. Place one or more floating candles and flowers in each bowl, then string miniature outdoor lights around the area for a finishing touch.