Submerged flowers

I like the look of these submerged flowers with the light on top.
Here's how to keep the flowers submerged and some other good info:

Submerged Flowers: Float exotic flowers such as small orchids in a tall vase and place a floating candle on top. The water magnifies the blooms for extra drama. To keep your flowers submerged, use a light gauge wire wrapped discretely around the stems.

I like these centerpieces too! I read somewhere that you need to use distilled water with submerged flowers to eliminate bubbles and floating flowers. After thinking about it, I remember my chemistry professor talking about something similar. Anyway, try it out before the big day with both tap water and distilled water and see what you like better.

Get a thin wire (at any craft store) and tie the end of the stem around it tight. Then, work the wire into an open O-shape to fit at the bottom of the vase. Cover and weigh down the wire with sand, sea shells, etc. - We could do marbles or something

The flowers. Waxy flowers work best. "Really delicate flowers will turn transparent," he said. But any kind will do if you're just looking for a one-night effect. Some flowers to try: anthuriums, orchids, tulips, callas or Bird of Paradise.


Here's a good how-to link:
http://www.hgtv.com/hgtv/dc_floral_centerpieces/article/0,,HGTV_3419_1398334,00.html