Uses of Blue

• In ancient Rome, public servants wore blue. Today, police and other public servants wear blue.
• In Iran, blue is the color of mourning.
• Blue was used as protection against witches, who supposedly dislike the color.
• Blue stands for love, which is why a bride carries or wears something blue on her wedding day.
• Something “out of the blue” is from an unknown source at an unexpected time.
• A bluebook is a list of socially prominent people.
• A “bluestocking” used to be a scholarly or highly knowledgeable woman.
• The pharaohs of ancient Egypt wore blue for protection against evil.
• “Blue laws” are used to enforce moral standards.
• A blue ribbon panel is a group of especially qualified people.

About Red

For the ancient Romans, a red flag was a signal for battle.

Because of its visibility, stop signs, stoplights, brake lights, and fire equipment are all painted red.

In Russia, red means beautiful. The Bolsheviks used a red flag as their symbol when they overthrew the tsar in 1917. That is how red became the color of communism.

In India, red is the symbol for a soldier.

In South Africa, red is the color of mourning.

It's considered good luck to tie a red bow on a new car.

In China, red is the color of good luck and is used as a holiday and wedding color. Chinese babies are given their names at a red-egg ceremony.

A “red-letter day” is one of special importance and good fortune.

In Greece, eggs are dyed red for good luck at Easter time.

Red is the color most commonly found in national flags.

A “red herring” is a distraction, something that takes attention away from the real issue.
 
A “red eye” is an overnight airplane flight.

If a business is “in the red,” it is losing money.

Colour - Silver

Nature of Silver:

Silver is a precious metal and other metals are often described as silver in color. Silver doesn't have the warmth of gold. It's a cool metal.

Culture of Silver:

Silver often symbolizes riches, just as gold does. Silver can be glamorous and distinguished. While gray-haired men and women are seen as old, silver-haired denotes a graceful aging. Silver is the traditional Twenty-Fifth Wedding Anniversary gift.    

Using Silver:

The color silver can be earthy, natural or sleek and elegant. It can be used much as gray is although when using shiny metallic inks, small amounts for accents is best.

Meaning of the Color White

White projects purity, cleanliness, and neutrality. Doctors don white coats, brides traditionally were white gowns and a white picket fence surrounds a safe and happy home.

How the color white affects us mentally and physically
* aids mental clarity
* encourages us to clear clutter or obstacles
* evokes purification of thoughts or actions
* enables fresh beginnings

Meaning of Purple

Meaning of the Color Purple 

Purple embodies the balance of red simulation and blue calm. This dichotomy can cause unrest or uneasiness unless the undertone is clearly defined at which point the purple takes on the characteristics of its undertone. A sense of mystic and royal qualities, purple is a color often well liked by very creative or eccentric types and is the favorite color of adolescent girls.

How the color purple affects us mentally and physically
* Uplifting
* Calming to mind and nerves
* Offers a sense of spirituality
* Encourages creativity

Colour - Black

Good black

• Black tie - formal (as in formal party attire)
• Black belt - expert (especially in martial arts)
• Blackwash - bring things out in the open In the black - having money, doing well in business
• Men in black - government agents
• Black box - equipment or apparatus
• Pitch black - dark as night, very black 

Bad black

• Black out - Loss of consciouness or the act of erasing something
• Blackout - loss of electricity or turning out the lights
• Black eye - damage such as damage to one's reputation, slander, unpopular
• Black-hearted - evil
• Blackguard - a scoundrel
• Black sheep - an outcast from a family or from society
• Black market - illegal trade (goods or money)
• Blackmail - obtaining something by threat
• Blacklist - list of people or organizations to boycott, avoid, or punish

Colour - Red

Red Energy

Red is associated with fiery heat and warmth. It can also mean danger (burning).
Red is the color of blood, and as such has strong symbolism as life and vitality. It brings focus to the essence of life and living with emphasis on survival. Red is also the color of passion and lust.

Put some red in your life when you want:
• increased enthusiasm and interest
• more energy
• action and confidence to go after your dreams
• protection from fears and anxieties

Interesting Things Blue Stands For

Blue was used as protection against witches, who supposedly dislike the color.

Blue stands for love, which is why a bride carries or wears something blue on her wedding day.

“Feeling blue” is feeling sad. “Blue devils” are feelings of depression.

Something “out of the blue” is from an unknown source at an unexpected time.

The first prize gets a blue ribbon.

A blue blood is a person of noble descent. This is probably from the blue veins of

A “bluestocking” used to be a scholarly or highly knowledgeable woman.

The pharaohs of ancient Egypt wore blue for protection against evil.

“Blue laws” are used to enforce moral standards.

The Nature of Blue

Nature of Blue:

A natural color, from the blue of the sky, blue is a universal color. The cool, calming effect of blue makes time pass more quickly and it can help you sleep. Blue is a good color for bedrooms. However, too much blue could dampen spirits. 

Culture of Blue:

In many diverse cultures blue is significant in religious beliefs, brings peace, or is believed to keep the bad spirits away.

Blue conveys importance and confidence without being somber or sinister, hence the blue power suit of the corporate world and the blue uniforms of police officers. Long considered a corporate color, blue, especially darker blue, is associated with intelligence, stability, unity, and conservatism.

Decorating your Home with Candles

Here are some ideas about where you can place candles and ways to decorate your home with candles.

-         Fireplace mantle

-         Hurricane holders with a variety of items inside or outside

-         Centerpiece on your table, either by itself or with a holder

-         For more drama, use a variety of sizes – tapers or pillars are great for this

-         In the bathroom, especially when having a spa day at home

-         Group candles together for a focal point, keeping with the same colour theme is very helpful here as well

-         Purchase a candle holder, and set your candle on it.. simple.. :)