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7 Beautiful Candle Votives To Use On Your Summer Patio

June 24, 2015 by Larissa Coleman

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Summer nights are meant for spending outdoors, soaking in the warm weather and enjoying the company of loved ones. However, when the sun goes down, you need the perfect lighting to keep the party going. That’s where candle votives come in handy. These small candles can be used to add a warm, romantic glow to your outdoor space, making it the perfect spot for late-night conversations, stargazing or intimate dinners.

There are many different types of candle votives available, from simple glass jars to intricate designs. Some are meant to be hung up, while others can be placed on tables or other surfaces. Regardless of which style you prefer, there’s sure to be a votive that fits your needs.

One popular option is to use colorful glass votives to add a pop of color to your outdoor space. You can find these in a variety of hues, from bright blues and greens to soft pinks and purples. Alternatively, you can choose votives with intricate designs, such as lace patterns or cut-out shapes. These votives can create interesting shadows and patterns when the candle inside is lit.

For a more natural look, you can use wooden or bamboo votives. These are often handmade and can add a rustic, earthy feel to your outdoor space. They are also very durable and can withstand the elements better than some other materials.

If you’re looking for something a little more modern, consider using metal votives. These can come in sleek, simple designs or more intricate shapes. Some metal votives even have a hammered texture, which can add a bit of visual interest.

No matter which type of votive you choose, make sure to place them strategically throughout your outdoor space to create a warm, inviting atmosphere. Whether you’re having a small, intimate gathering or a large, lively party, candle votives are the perfect way to set the mood and keep the party going well into the night.

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Book Review: Off to the Nursery

One of the best things about the return of warmer weather is getting to plant new flowers and starting the vegetable garden if you have one. Off to the Nursery by Alice Oehr is subtitled “a celebration of gardening, plants and seasons,” and it’s also a celebration of diversity (because gardening is for everyone) and caring for the earth.

The book starts with the work of getting the garden ready for spring, pulling out the old plants and spreading compost made from kitchen scraps. They grab tomatoes and peppers, learn about zucchini and eggplant and explore the tasty world of herbs.

They also look through the seeds, succulents, berries and fruit trees, flowers and aquatic plants, talking about the benefits of different plants and how fun they are to grow. Maybe you can relate to the family buying what seems like way too many plants?

The book was originally published in Australia, so some of the flowers mentioned might not be familiar to your or your kids, but that’s kind of fun, too. You can also use this as an opportunity to talk about which plants in the book can grow where you live and that just like animals, plants have preferred habitats, too.

Illustrations are colorful and the book combines a standard font and a hand written font to make it feel more like a journal about the garden. The illustrations include fun facts and growing tips such as always planting mint in a pot or germinating seeds on a wet paper towel before planting.

If you want to introduce kids to gardening or just talk about what kind of plants can be grown at home where you live (yes to tomatoes, probably no to the kumquat tree), this cute book is a great addition to your spring reading list.

About the book: 30 pages, hardcover. Published 2025 by Scribble US. Suggested retail price $18.95.

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