Aromatherapy

candles have a rich and vibrant history. Candles were the sole decoration on the first Christmas tree. Candles served as the only light in every home for hundreds of years. Candles have only become decorative pieces since the introduction of electricity. Candles come in a variety of sizes (widths, lengths), shapes (common circles, stars and squares), scents (lavender, clean linen, wisteria, cinnamon apple), patterns, designs, materials (not all are made of wax), colors, containers (jars, bowls for votives, decorative cans shaped like pails), and widths.

Using candles to decorate your space is a lot harder than it sounds. Depending on the space you are looking to decorate, you will need to take some time deciding amongst all the varieties of candles. If you have a bare fireplace mantle in need of sprucing up, you can add elegance and color by purchasing tall, wrought iron candelabras and affix short, thick candles to the tops. The choice of color depends on the color theme you currently have in your living room. If you are a decorating novice, keep in mind that white candles go with anything.

If you want to decorate your space and create an oasis of sensual scents, why not envelope your senses in scented oil candles that completely melt away and fill your home with delectable delights like vanilla and lavender, spiced rose, pumpkin pie, or raspberry delight. Make your home smell like a florists shop, a linen closet, or Christmas dinner.

Large open spaces are the perfect places for large candles in large candle holders. Smaller spaces are ideal for small candles. If you want to expand from the simple candle and candle holder, you can purchase a fish bowl, fill it with water and brightly colored decorative rocks, then set floating votives inside. This creates a center piece for your coffee table or a table decoration for a bridal shower.

There are hundreds of choices in the market. You can easily purchase candles in department stores, online shops,accessories boutiques and home dcor specialty stores. Yankee Candle and Glade are familiar names. These brands boast of quality and great selections.

Decorating your home for maximum effect can be achieved with candles and some help from area rugs. Any mood you wish to convey, may it be romantic, sweet, sensual, elegant, cheery or even scary, candles will do the job for you. Added with complements from suitable area rugs, you’ll get the perfect look. Highlight an area rug in the center of the room by placing candles in surrounding spaces like putting some on the table, on the floor, and on the mantelpiece. You will not only enhance the whole room but you will add more beauty to your rug.

If before, candles are lit to give light, now candles are lit for so much more. They can be a symbol of beauty, love and serenity. Try lighting a candle after a stressful day and feel yourself relax. It’s a simple therapy. Just practice caution for no matter how pretty candles look, they can cause fire accidents if left unattended. Enjoy the candles but don’t play with fire.