Black Water Gel Beads 10g Packet Amazing water storing beads start out as tiny hard pellets, just add water and they will expand into beautiful glimmering gel beads. Use in floral arrangements with silk or fresh flowers. They look great in clear glass vases and can also be illuminated with our Floral Light Bases or Waterproof Tea Lights . Now you can decorate like a pro, amaze your friends and family with stunning floral displays. Event and Wedding planners have used them for years! Easy To Use - Just Add Water Used By Professional Florists Layer Colors For Stunning Effects Simply soak the dry pellets in a bowl of water for 4 to 6 hours. Drain off the excess water, rinse and place in the container of your choice. Fill a clear glass vase or candle holder with our Water Beads for a stellar effect. They"re perfect for adding color to your decorating scheme, beads can be layered in different colors. The color will not transfer or bleed. Less expensive and more attractive than stones or glass marbles. Water Beads (also called water pearls or gel beads) come in 12 colors that will really bring your wedding celebration to life. Non-Toxic and Environmentally Safe Light With Waterproof Tea Lights Each Packet Makes About 1 1/2 Quarts Black water pearls are reusable and will fit down the smallest vase openings, they can actually be mixed with the soil of your house plants and will release moisture as the plants require. You can grow some plants in them and start seeds. Use over and over again, just add more water. Will not discolor the water or bleed. Beads come in 10 gram packets. If extra water is added, the beads will float.