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Floating Christmas Candle Ideas

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With the holiday season fast approaching, it’s time to start thinking about how you can add a festive touch to your home. One way to do this is by creating beautiful floating Christmas candle centerpieces. These centerpieces not only add a warm and inviting atmosphere to your home, but they also provide a stunning focal point for your holiday decor.

The first floating Christmas candle centerpiece idea is a Christmas jar with a floating candle. This is a simple yet charming idea that would fit perfectly into a cozy cottage atmosphere. To create this centerpiece, all you need is a glass jar, some fresh greenery, cranberries, and a floating candle. You can add a touch of personalization by tying a festive ribbon around the jar. I discovered this idea while browsing Be Different Act Normal, and it immediately caught my eye due to its comforting feel.

Another floating Christmas candle centerpiece idea is to use a sleek container with lemon slices floating in the bottom. This idea was found thanks to Allison at My Cozy Home. The contrast between the cranberries, greenery, and lemon slices gives this centerpiece a unique and fresh look. It’s a great way to add a touch of brightness to your holiday decor.

If you’re looking to add a little glamour to your floating Christmas candle centerpiece, you can consider adding gold glitter, confetti, or small Christmas ornaments to the mix. These additions will give your centerpiece a touch of elegance and sparkle. You can also add some personal touches, like using your favorite colored candles or incorporating your favorite holiday scents.

In conclusion, creating your own floating Christmas candle centerpieces is an excellent way to add a touch of warmth and holiday cheer to your home. These ideas are simple, affordable, and easy to customize. Whether you prefer a cozy cottage atmosphere or a touch of glamour, there is a floating Christmas candle centerpiece that will fit your style. So get creative and start creating your own unique centerpieces that will leave a lasting impression on your guests!

I discovered it after looking around at Be Different Act Normal.

Here’s a similar idea, only the container’s a little sleeker and there are lemon slices floating in the bottom.

I love the contrast of the cranberries and greenery against the added yellow! I found this thanks to Allison at My Cozy Home.

If you wanted a little glamor, gold glitter, confetti or small Christmas ornaments might add a nice touch.

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Poke Root And Castor Oil Recipes

Poke root is one of those herbs that stirs both wonder and worry—used for generations in lymphatic support and breast care, but only in the tiniest amounts. Here’s what I’ve learned about it, and two ways I combine it safely with castor oil for my own self-care rituals.

Let’s Start with the Obvious: Poke Root Isn’t for the Casual DIYer

I’m well into my self-heal era. You know—those quiet, intentional steps we start taking when our hormones start whispering (or shouting), our digestion slows, and our body asks us to pay attention. And lately, I’ve been exploring herbs with deeper, old-world roots—poke root being one of them.

Known for its powerful effect on the lymphatic system, poke root has long been used by folk herbalists to ease breast tenderness, swollen glands, cysts, and sluggish immunity. But here’s the deal: poke root is also toxic if misused. It’s one of those plants you respect deeply, use sparingly, and never take lightly.

So how am I using it? Externally only, and always blended with castor oil, my go-to carrier for deep absorption and gentle delivery.

What Exactly Is Poke Root?

  • Botanical name: Phytolacca americana

  • Native to: North America
  • Parts used: Root (carefully dried, powdered, or infused)
  • Traditional use: Breast issues, lymph congestion, cysts, sore throats, and skin flare-ups
  • Also known as: Inkberry, pokeweed, pigeonberry

Before We Go Any Further – A Safety Note:

  • Never ingest poke root unless under the care of a trained herbalist.
  • Always use externally only, in very small amounts, and avoid broken skin.
  • Not for pregnant or breastfeeding women.
  • Patch test before applying to sensitive areas.

 DIY Recipes Using Poke Root + Castor Oil

Poke Root Lymphatic Castor Balm

Great for tender breasts, underarm puffiness, or swollen lymph nodes

You’ll Need:

  • 1 tbsp beeswax
  • 1 tsp shea butter (optional, for creamier texture)
  • 3 drops lavender essential oil (optional)
  • Clean glass jar (60–100ml)

How to Make It:

  • Gently infuse the poke root in castor oil by warming it in a double boiler on very low heat for 1–2 hours (or cold-infuse over 1 week in a sunny window).
  • Strain the oil through cheesecloth or muslin to remove plant material.
  • Return infused oil to a clean pot, add beeswax and shea butter, and melt over low heat.
  • Remove from heat and stir in lavender EO if using.
  • Pour into jar, let cool, and label clearly with external use only.

How to Use It:

  • Massage a small amount into armpits, breast tissue (avoiding nipples), or anywhere lymph feels slow or tender.
  • Best used 2–3 nights a week.
  • Pair with a warm compress or castor oil pack for deeper support.

Poke & Castor Spot Treatment Oil (for Cysts + Inflammation)

For under-the-skin bumps, small cysts, or stubborn spots

You’ll Need:

  • 2 tsp poke root infused castor oil (from recipe above)
  • 2 tsp tamanu oil (optional, for extra anti-inflammatory effect)
  • 1 drop tea tree or frankincense essential oil
  • Small roller bottle or dropper bottle

How to Make It:

  • Blend all ingredients and store in a small amber bottle.
  • Shake before each use.

How to Use It:

  • Apply one drop to targeted areas (like skin cysts or deep blemishes).
  • Do NOT apply to broken skin.
  • Use once daily, max 3–4 times per week.

Poke root isn’t pretty or trendy. It’s not for everyone. But if you’re deep into your own healing era—trying to get back in touch with your body’s signals, and you’re craving gentle but effective tools—this herb might be worth exploring.

Just remember: poke root asks for respect. It’s not a beginner’s herb. But paired with castor oil, used intentionally and externally, it’s become a small but powerful part of my self-care toolkit.