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How to Make Floating Candle Centerpieces With Flowers in the Water

Floating candles are available in a variety of colors, shapes and sizes, making them perfect for use in centerpieces for any occasion. Floating candle centerpieces are easy and inexpensive to make at home using a bowl that matches your decor or theme. Candle centerpieces can also be customized by adding your favorite flowers to the water.

Things You'll Need

  • Bowl
  • 3 to 5 floating candles
  • Flowers of your choice
  • Scissors
  • Lighter or matches
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Instructions

    • 1

      Fill the bowl with water, stopping at least half an inch from the rim of the bowl to prevent spills.

    • 2

      Place the floating candles in the water.

    • 3

      Remove the stems and leaves from the flowers with scissors.

    • 4

      Place the flowers in the water in the empty spaces between the candles. You may use as few or as many flowers as desired.

    • 5

      Rearrange the floating candles and flowers as necessary to create a visually appealing arrangement. This may require adding or removing flowers or candles to create a balanced arrangement.

    • 6

      Position the centerpiece on the desired surface and light floating candles.