CANDLELIGHT can turn an ordinary dinner into a special occasion, or an evening bath into a-relaxing ritual. As more people are “wardrabing the house,” they are using candles and potpourri in ‘different fragrances, colours and forms for each room, “in today’s busy world, people look to their homes as an escape. They want. their decor to say some- thing about their personality, and candles make that easy,” says Lucy “Scodeller, product . manager for ~ GuidHouse. candles - at. Carlton ‘Cards. | : “Candles aren't just for cozy wins ter nights anymore, Summertime is also an-ideal time, to enjoy candles both inside and. outdoors. On the patio or around the pool, they can add a special glow to outdoor activi- : ties.” “People “are also realizing thar ‘candles are. not just for special ocea- sions?’ Why not light’a candle to brighten a frozen TV dinner for one, or have a scented pillar burning while you balance your che equebook?” she’ adds. :. _ Indeed, candies and candle hold- "ers have become stylish home acces: ve! sories. They‘come in, sizes: large _ cnough to make them centrepieces, ins colours :reflecting -home-decor - -. trends, and fragrances different and ‘/ potent enough to make an impact. : “With the variety. of candles, avail~’ able,‘ there is ‘something, for’ every. ‘home ’:décorating -style. From. the country’ charm of fruit-scented pillars to the elegant look of merallic tapers, candles are ‘now an important ‘coni- ‘ponent ‘of..the home. decorating . ensemble... The following. tips W i help, you : display :your.- ind to# their, best: dvantage BH Votive -- Mace a group of votive holders on a cloth of the same colour fora sleek, monochromatic look. A more elaborate arrangement can be made with multiple votives, or uy arranging them. around the bath, bedroom, or hat tub for a romantic mood setter, Jar candles —- Because of their convenient format, these candles can easily be placed in any room w here fragrance is desired: Group. jars together around the bathtrh te cre- ate a relaxing atmosphere or inthe bedroom to cast a romantic glow, Their casual look is also perfect for use in family rooms, kitchens, patios or basements. B Floating Candles — Wax floats and any candle wider than it is tall _ should float upright. A pedestal fruit bow! makes a beautifil container to display floating candles. Drop some matching flower blossoms, or petals, in the bow! to float with them, or add a few drops of food colouring to the water for an interesting effect. Floating candles look best in multi- ples. Tea fights and votives are perfect . for the little nooks and crannies around your home. Place them ona staircase or along a window sill. Choose brightly coloured glass or ccramic holders for a special touch. Scented . votives and mini-pillars -let you bring the refreshing scents of “nature indoors. Arrange:a few: ever-"" gicen boughs. and: pine’ cones to. accent pine-scented candles. Choose a-candie, holder for its : “own style. Arrange candles and hold- “ersin: various ‘shapes,’ colours ‘and sizes on’a mantle or windowsill for an’ eclectic’ look. The: GuildHouse ‘Candle, Collection has holders avail- wable. in: brass: glass and ‘ceramic in a Wide variety of shapes and.colours. :-g “Display: candles” in-unusual ‘con-. _tainers such*as sca ‘shells; ‘glass vases, l'curis CHUANG. CELL: 649-1039 § wooden trays, handmade baskets or hollowed gourds depending on the season or display theme. In the summer, add some visual warmth to that unused fireplace by grouping pillar candles of ‘varying heights inside. In the kitchen, float candles in _ decorative ceramic pie plates, or burn votives in different mugs, bowls or cups. For parties, showers and) wed- dings — candles make great favours or gilts, Use floating candles as table centerpieces. Place candles in tall vases and add your favourite colour food dye to the water. Think themes: Create a seascape scene by placing scented candles in jars or pots filled with sand, pebbles and seashells. Arrange your favourite flowers around candelabras, and candle- sticks. For. safety, use tall candle holders, the candle holder must be . well above the florals to-keep them ‘away from the flame. Add a special- glow to outdoor activities using candles in bright pas- tel colours and refreshing summer scents. Place candles around the - patio in terra cotta pots. on” their own, or with plants and flowers using tall glass holders or jars. 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