Centerpieces with Lights - Lighted Centerpieces

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How to Make Lighted Centerpieces

Have you been to an event or wedding and seen centerpieces with lights in them? You didn't see any electrical cords or scaffolding holding up can lights, so how did they do that?

Very simple - battery led lights. Yes, there is such a thing and they are very easy to use. With DIY centerpieces you have a lot of choices in color as well as a few different styles. A few years ago, you had to be an industry professional to get your hands on these and they were expensive. Today, anyone can find and use them. Take a look at your centerpiece choice. Could it use some lights for effect?

Below we will take a look at what is on the market and available to DIY brides and event hosts.

Centerpiece Lights

Use FloraLytes to illuminate flower arrangements, design props, table settings, corsages, serving trays, candle votives, ice sculptures and much, much more. The FloraLytes can also be used for practically any design element including costumes, masks, place settings, art lighting, interior design and accent lighting to name a few. They make great party favors as well.

Acolyte FloraLyte II White

Amazon Price: $2.25 (as of 05/30/2012)Buy Now

Features:

Floralyte II is now available with an on/off pull tab.
The FloraLyte is activated by pulling the white tab down and de-activated by pushing the pull tab up
Battery life of the lighting unit is 48+ hours.
Floralytes are about 1.5" long x 0.75" wide x 0.25" thick.
Each FloraLyte comes with loop for fastening and a black elastic string.
Floralyte II are not designed to be used in water.

Tips for Using Floralytes

1.FloraLytes I have a small hole at the bottom of the light that allows you to poke in a wire. Then add it to your arrangement wherever you want light.
2. FloraLytes II have a pull tab with a hole on the end. You can create a small pick here and then push the pick into the middle of a flower blossom to illuminating the entire flower.
3. Use in Paper lanterns to create a wonderful glow. You probably need about 3 per 12" diameter paper lantern to get the right effect. 4. Use a tall vase and find a lamp shade that fits nicely. Add three floralytes inside the lampshade and place the centerpiece on a l.e.d. lighted based. The floralytes will produce light at the top and the bases will shoot light up through the column of the vase. Fill the vase with colored water, florals, gems, marbles, iridescent shred or anything else you want!

Assorted Lighted Centerpieces

Video Demonstrating Floralytes

This less than 5 minute video shows you some examples of using floralytes in your centerpieces!

Floralytes Little Wedding Centerpiece Lights Demonstration Part 1 by KoyalWholesale.com
by koyalwholesalecom | video info

38 ratings | 132,784 views
curated content from YouTube

“Ambient lighting can be achieved without hiring a lighting company. Light your centerpieces!”

How to Use Color Changing Floralytes

A short (just over 2 minutes) video demonstrating the color changing submersible lights by Floralytes.
How To Use Color Changing Submersible Floralytes - Part 2 Wedding Lights by KoyalWholesale.com
by koyalwholesalecom | video info

47 ratings | 70,371 views
curated content from YouTube

Lighting Your Centerpieces

In today's world, the options for lighting your centerpieces are many. You could hire a lighting company and turn it all over to them if you have the budget. However, if you want to achieve a lighted effect without the cost associated with a lighting company, consider using Floralytes in one of their forms:

Submersible lights Insert into water, water crystals, marbles or the like to light up your centerpiece.

Single Use Floralytes. Good for 36 to 48 hours once they are turned on.

On/Off Floralytes Use these over again.

All the Floralytes are available in 10 different colors:

Amber Floralytes
Blue Floralytes
Green Floralytes
Orange Floralytes
Pink Floralytes
Purple Floralytes
Red Floralytes
Teal Floralytes
White Floralytes
Color-Changing Floralytes

More Options for Centerpieces with Lights

Glow sticks, bracelets and necklaces are an economical choice for lighting centerpieces. They glow lasts 8 to 12 hours. Just bend them to break the inner tube and activate the lights right before your event starts and they should last the whole evening.

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  • Tipi Sep 2, 2011 @ 10:40 pm | delete
    I am a big fan of ambient lighting and a lighted centerpiece would add that special something to the table.
  • SereneSea Aug 2, 2011 @ 11:41 pm | delete
    Light is probably the most important part of the decor, a centerpiece beautifully lit is the key to the event.
  • Sylvestermouse Mar 17, 2011 @ 10:57 am | delete
    You know I love these! No holes :) Adding a kiss for luck on this St. Patrick's Day!
  • GrammaLinda Nov 28, 2010 @ 2:29 am | delete
    These are beautiful. I will have to email this lens URL to my mom.
  • DecoratingforEvents Nov 28, 2010 @ 9:26 am | delete
    Glad you liked them and hope your mom does too!
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20" Vase 

Extra Tall Flower Marker Clear Glass Vase

Amazon Price: $26.07 (as of 05/30/2012)Buy Now

Tall and skinny clear glass vase. The elegance is obvious in this 20 inch tall vessel.
Features:
20 Inches Tall
3.5 Inches Wide
Perfect for Flowers of All Varieties
Stunning With Candy or floral filler and led lights
Designed in France

Set of 3 Cylinder Vases 

Cylinder Floating Candle Vase Set of 3

Amazon Price: $9.99 (as of 05/30/2012)Buy Now

Quality, Thick, Crystal Clear Glass.
Set Includes One of Each Size: 6", 7.5", and 10.5"
Works Perfectly With 3 Inch Floating Candles
Perfect for Weddings & Other Events