Wednesday, 28 January 2009

Romantic Candles for Valentine's Day

Instead of spending a lot of money to go to a crowded restaurant on Valentine's Day, have a romantic evening at home. Whether you cook the meal yourself or order in, it doesn't matter, as long as you are sharing it with your sweetie.



Set the mood for romance in your home with candles on Valentine's Day. Here are just a few of the candles that you should consider for creating a romantic atmosphere.



Luna Taper Dinner Candles
Luna Taper Dinner Candles


Start with tall dinner candles for your table. This set of Luna Taper dinner candles is just perfect. In shades of pink and cream, they will put you in the mood for Valentine's Day. This 6-pack of candles is a very affordable and romantic option.



Copenhagen Round Fragranced Reed Diffuser (Romance)
Copenhagen Round Fragranced Reed Diffuser (Romance)


The Copenhagen fragranced reed diffuser will fill your home with the subtle aroma of romance. Featuring a soft floral, powdery scent, these fragrant reeds are perfect for Valentine's Day.



Smart Candle 7 Inch Wax Pillar Candle (Ivory)
Smart Candle 7 Inch Wax Pillar Candle (Ivory)


For your bedroom, use flameless LED candles. These candles offer all the romance, flicker and light of traditional candles, but without the flame. They are safe, elegant and portable. You won't have to worry about fire or melting wax. You can choose flameless candles in a variety of styles from large pillar candles to small tea lights.

Gifts for Valentine's Day

If you are looking for a simple, affordable gift for Valentine's Day, consider candles and bath treats. These products are beautiful, fragrant and romantic.



Bomb Cosmetics Ballotin Gift Set (Chocolate)
Bomb Cosmetics Ballotin Gift Set (Chocolate)


The Bomb Cosmetics Chocolate Gift Set is a luscious choice. It features six bath treats with essential oils and moisturising cocoa butter.



These natural bath products turn the bathroom into a romantic, relaxing oasis. They come in a variety of fragrances but chocolate is a favorite for Valentine's Day.



Bomb Cosmetics Loved Up Gift Set
Bomb Cosmetics Loved Up Gift Set


The Loved Up Gift Set features several products that will make her bath a luxurious, relaxing experience. Included in the set are a heart-shaped Bath Blaster which releases oils and fragrance, a Cocoa Butter Massage Bar which melts into a sensual massage oil, and a Natural Lotion Rich soap, along with a a natural loofah sponge.



Parks Moods Candle Jar (Sensuous)
Parks Moods Candle Jar (Sensuous)


Candles are a great gift for Valentine's Day. This Parks Moods Sensous Candle Jar is a red hot choice. This chic candle stimulates the senses with ylang ylang, musk, sandalwood, jasmine and patchouli to create a mood of love, sensuality and bliss. Add a jar shade to the jar candles to match any decor.

Monday, 19 January 2009

Swazi Candles

Swazi candles use fantastic colors and patterns. They are made by artisans in the small African kingdom of Swaziland. The artists apply the patterns to the outside of the candles using a hard wax veneer. When the candle burns, the patterns on the outside glow beautifully.



Swazi African Candles - Cube

Swazi African Candle - Cube (Beasts)


Swazi Cube Candles



The Swazi candles come in a variety of shapes. One favorite is the cube. Available in an assortment of African prints and eye-catching designs, these candles will add unique elegance to any decor. Just simply add a tea light or votive to the well of this Mini Beasts Swazi Cube Candle and it will come to life with light.



Zulu Handmade Swazi Pot Candle
Zulu Handmade Swazi Pot Candle


Swazi Pot Candles



This Zulu Handmade Swazi Pot Candle is just one of the many patterns available in the pot shape. This shape of candle can fit into any interior decor, from African to modern. When you light the candle, the soft core melts away, leaving the decorative hardened outer shell intact.



The beautiful Swazi candles also come in large pillar shapes. No matter what shape you like, you can select from a multitude of different patterns including animal prints, floral designs and other African motifs.

Reed Diffusers

To add subtle fragrance to your home in a stylish modern design, use scented oil reed diffusers. These diffusers are perfect for any room in the house, from common living areas to bathrooms and kitchens. Simple to use, the fragrant oil is drawn up through the natural reeds and then enters the air. Once the oil is empty, you can re-use the diffuser by adding an oil refill.



Yankee Candle Artisan Reed Diffuser
Yankee Candle Artisan Reed Diffuser (Brazilian Passion Fruit)


The reed diffusers come in an array of beautiful designs and shapes, so you can be sure to find one to match the decor of your own home. One favorite is the Yankee Candle Artisan Reed Diffuser which uses Brazilian passion fruit extract to emit an exotic, rich aroma that is calming and relaxing.



Ashleigh & Burwood Luxury Fragrance Diffuser (Moroccan Fig & Cassis)
Ashleigh & Burwood Luxury Fragrance Diffuser


The Ashleigh & Burwood Luxury Fragrance Diffuser offers a simple design that can be used in any room in the house. Choose from a variety of delicious scents include the fruity Moroccan Fig and Cassis. This scent is perfect for entertaining. Place it in your living room or kitchen when you are having guests over for cocktails or dinner.



Colonial Reed Diffuser (Cinnamon)
Colonial Reed Diffuser


In the wintertime, the warm scent of cinnamon is a big hit. The Colonial Cinnamon Reed Diffuser offers the classic fragrance of cinnamon sticks with a touch of clove and vanilla.



Reed diffusers are a terrific way to add fragrance to your home without the risk of flames or hot wax. They can be left unattended and provide continuous scent for weeks. To get the most out of the reeds, turn them upside down every two weeks.

Aroma Diffusers

Instead of your regular air freshener, use Aroma Diffusers to create a peaceful, calm atmosphere in your home.



Aroma Diffuser (Rose)
Ultrasonic Bliss Aroma Diffuser - Rose


Aromatherapy uses volatile liquid plant materials called essential oils (EOs) to effect mood and health. Aromatherapy is often used in alternative medicine, massage, bath products and other applications. Here aromatherapy is utilized with these diffusers to alter the mood and atmosphere in the home.



The Ultrasonic Bliss Aroma Diffuser offers a sleek design that can blend into any decor. It's very simple to use. You just fill the diffuser with tap water and add a few drops of essential oil. Soon your home will be filled with subtle fragrance and a state of bliss.



Aroma Diffuser (Aqua)
Ultrasonic Bliss Aroma Diffuser - Aqua


Available in several colors, these diffusers give about 5 hours of fragrance at a time and automatically shut off when the water level becomes too low. You can purchase a variety of different essential oils for relaxing and calming or refreshing and invigorating.