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Janell Beals

Watch Your Step

Illuminate your walkway. Simple glass votives interspersed with sprigs of greenery and berries cast a gentle glow to guide guests to your door. Just as a blazing fire draws people to the hearth, the candles set an unmistakable tone of welcome. They look especially bewitching in the snow, but if you live in a warmer climate, try tucking shatterproof silver and white ornaments among the votives to create the impression of glittering ice. Or use sand, shells and beach grasses in a coastal setting.