Add a candle display to your guest or main bathroom.  Not only are candles a nice and inexpensive way to decorate, but they can match just about any style of décor.  If you have countertops that have black speckles, or perhaps are cultured marble, granite or tile with some variation of black in the hard surface, add a few white pillar candles with some accenting black candles.  It will add some boldness against the white candles and will bring together then candle ensemble and countertops nicely.

Most often people associate black candles with being eerie or dark spirited, when in reality they can be quite romantic or elegant when placed in the right ensemble.   You have to open up your decorative mind and add something new or unexpected.  If you have a more romantic theme in your bedroom and are using darker colors, like red for example, adding a few black pillar candles on the night stands or on a wall shelf is an inexpensive decoration.  For a romantic evening in, you can light those candles to add some warmth to the room to set the mood.

Whether you want simple tea light candles, pillar candles, or taper candles, adding a few black candles here and there can add a new element of style to your home.

Candles: Set of 10 Spell Candles

Spell Candles: Black

Ritual or Spell Chime Candles 10 Different Colors

Spell Breaker Jar Candle

Money Drawing 7-day Jar Candle

Hand-poured Pillars: 2×4 – Orange – Prosperity

Set of 6 Purple 6″ Taper Candles

Tapers: Spell Purple Taper Candles.

Tapers: Spell Brown Taper Candles.

Tapers: Spell Black Taper Candle.

Tapers: Spell White Taper Candles.

Tapers: Spell Blue Taper Candles.

Tapers: Spell Red Taper Candles.

Tapers: Spell Orange Taper Candles.

Tapers: Spell Green Taper Candles.

Green Cat Hoodoo Spell Candle (Money Drawing)

7 Knob White Hoodoo Spell Candle (Healing, Spiritual Cleansing)

7 Knob Green Hoodoo Spell Candle (Money Drawing)

Candle: 7 Knob: Black (C7KNB)

Candle: 7 Knob: Red (C7KNR)

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Protection Pillar Candle with Ritual Necklace

New Beginnings Ritual Candle

New Beginnings Pillar Candle with Fairy Dust Necklace

]]> http://blackcandles.org/spell-candles/feed/ 0 http://blackcandles.org/candle-gifts/ http://blackcandles.org/candle-gifts/#comments Mon, 19 Apr 2010 01:42:17 +0000 Blk79 http://blackcandles.org/?p=42 It’s hard to go wrong with giving candles as gifts! All it takes is a little knowledge about a person to determine what candle gifts will best suit them. They’re perfect for the hard to shop for coworker, friend or family member and they can also be relatively inexpensive.

While it’s impossible to bring you all the candle gift sets available], here we’ve brought you a selection of some of the candle gift ideas we really like. You can also see the bottom for other candle gift tips and suggestions. Enjoy!

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Candles make a great gift for just about every woman in your life.  You would be hard pressed to find a home without a candle, whether it was purely for decorative purposes or a scented candle to enhance a room.  That is why if you are ever short on gift ideas for a friend, family member or co-worker you can never go wrong with candles.   Not only is it a great gift that you know will get used, but it will not break the bank either. Before you go and buy a candle or candle set as a gift, you want to take a few things into consideration.

Scented Candles– scented candles are great and most people love them, however not every scent is pleasing to everyone.  Try and find out what particular scents they do or do not like or are perhaps really sensitive too.  There is nothing worse than giving a thoughtful gift only to find out they can’t or won’t use it.  If you are unsure of what type of scent to get them you can always buy an unscented candle.

Candle Colors – While you cannot go wrong with a generic white candle, try and get something tailored more towards their home décor or style.  If they wear a specific color often or have a theme throughout their home, give that some consideration as well.  If their home décor has a more romantic and subtle feel too it, buying some red, white or black candles would blend in nicely. You can even buy something with a little more personality like a black or red  metallic candle.

Type of Candle – Not all candles are created equal.  Some people like pillar candles, taper candles and others like small votive candles.  If you are unsure if they have specific candle holders for the type of candle you are buying them, you may want to consider buying a nice candle holder to go along with it.  If you are buying them black taper candles, then buying a silver candle holder will go nicely and will easily blend in to the surroundings.

Putting a little thought into the candle that you are buying will go along way.  If you buy them a candle in their favorite scent or style, it really shows that you pay attention to what they like.  If you want to make the gift a bit more personal, you can even decorate the candles yourself or decorate a candle holder.  If you are buying a set of candles adding a candle plate to go with the ensemble would be a nice touch.  You can easily decorate or personalize these in a variety of ways with simple things like glitter or ribbon.

Hard To Find
You’re right black candles tend to be hard to find in the store and that is where the beauty of the internet comes into play. You can find a variety of black candles on my site by visiting the link above that says “Buy Black Candles Here”. They are available all year long no matter what the seasons and you can find a variety of candles from floating black candles to pillar candles. So no more running to 5 different stores to find what your looking for, you can simply find them here.

In The Candle Comfort Zone
Get out! Get out! You’ve entered the candle comfort zone. Ok, so that is a bit dramatic but my point is that black candles can really make a candle ensemble pop and it is certain to be a talking piece when you have friends over. You can find a lovely candle set like the one found here or you can mix and match them with other colors. Black goes with just about everything and they can be easily coordinated with your current décor. They look especially decorative in a bathroom.

Misconception About Black Candles
Most people tend to think that these candles bring bad luck or are to be used during Halloween but that is not always the case. For those that believe in the power of candle colors black actually wards off negative energies and for those that think they are just for Halloween should see what I wrote above about the comfort zone. While these candles are more commonly used during Halloween it is certainly not the only time they can be used. Mix some black and red candles and you have a very romantic ensemble. Mix some black and white candles and you have a very clean looking ensemble. The possibilities are endless.

 
Tapers: Spell Black Taper Candle.
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The taper candle is one of the most popular and oldest type of candles out there.  They are a thin, long candle that will burn for an extended period of time and you will usually find them available in 12 or 6 inch heights.  They are often thought of in relation to romantic candle light dinners, used for menorahs, during power outages and you will often see them in old movies where someone is walking around a house with a candle and candlestick holder.  I like them particularly because they provide a very classic look.

Black taper candles are great for any dinner table or event, but are particularly fun around Halloween and Thanksgiving. You can find cute festive candle holders to place them in to spruce up your decorations.  Using a few cute pumpkin candle holders along with a few other decorative pieces will make a fun yet sophisticated centerpiece for any dinner table.

If you have a friend or family member who is a big fan of candles, you can decorate taper candles and turn them into a great gift!  Simply buy a pack or two of taper candles and some decorative pieces like small stars, dried flowers, or glitter work really well.  You can use paraffin to make the decorations stick to your candles, or you can purchase decorations such as ribbons, bows or lace to tie or wind around the candles.  Black candles look best with brighter colors.  If you already know what their style is, or if they have a particular candle holder they love, you can decorate the black candle to match their home décor or candle holder.  You can even decorate each candle differently so they are unique. Keep in mind if you think the person may want to burn the candle, put the decorations around the very bottom of the candle.  If they are going to be used only for decoration then decorate them however you see fit.  Wrap the candles in a nice box or pretty tissue paper, put a bow on it and you now have a lovely, thoughtful yet inexpensive gift.

As I’ve said before, I believe black candles are totally over looked but they are a just as great as any other candle color.   Plus, their color makes them more unique and if you have them in your home you can rest assured that you have a stylish look that your friends and neighbors don’t have.

 
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Rosebud Floating Candles – 2″ diameter – each
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Floating candle centerpieces are very elegant and romantic. They make a lovely addition to any dining or coffee table and are a great decorative piece for any party. It is not only their look that makes them a great decoration, but they are fairly inexpensive as well, as opposed to continually replacing flower arrangements. They are easy to coordinate with your décor and can quickly and easily be changed when you want a fresh new look to your centerpiece. You can buy a floating candle centerpiece, or you can create your own. Creating your own is quite simple so here are few quick tips to creating your centerpiece.

First thing you want to consider is the color arrangement. Are you looking for a simple, one color arrangement or do you want something vibrant and colorful that will accentuate existing colors in the room? For a romantic and stylish centerpiece, add a few floating black candles with rose petals scattered around the candles. You can choose any color rose petal that matches your décor or mix and match.  If you want your black candles to be the focal point, place them alone in a clear or simply designed bowl. For a more vibrant centerpiece take a walk around your local craft store for some ideas such as colored marbles or rocks to add a unique colorful look.

Decide on the look of the bowl you will place your candles in. You can go with a simple shallow round bowl, a deep long cylinder or any variation that strikes your fancy. You can easily find simple clear bowls at a thrift store or you can keep an eye out for a bowl that has a light tint to it or a decorative design around the outside.

Purchase the candles. Ensure that the candles you are buying are actually floating candles. Do you want a simple standard one color candle or are you looking for something more detailed like a candle shaped as a flower, fruit or other designs. If you are looking particularly for a black candle you will usually only find the standard simple round floating candle.

Making your own floating candle centerpiece is easy as well as cost efficient. In today’s economy we are trying to get the most bang for our buck and this is a simple way to do that. Finding cute modern ways to decorate your home or add flare to a party does not have to be expensive. It just requires a little imagination and time.