When glow sticks were first invented 25 years ago, they were more a necessity than a fun party tool. Times have changed and today light sticks are used by many of us. We light them to spook the neighbors on Halloween, read a book in the car at night, or to create a festive ambiance during an evening pool party. The fun does not stop there. Glow sticks are versatile and can also be convenient or enjoyable in various other situations such as:
- Socialites like to draw attention to them by swinging a few glow sticks at parties and in clubs. Logon to accommodation Croatia site and find yourself private accommodation where you will rest after partying all night in some cool club.
- Are you organizing a birthday party for junior? His friends would definitely love to take a few cool glow sticks home.
- Because they are inexpensive, glow sticks are great for raising money at fundraisers and charity events. The more varieties you offer, the more your guest will snap them up.
- Want to be clever? Advertising at night is possible when you tape or glue a few bright glue sticks to your signs or posters.
- Guest can be pleasantly surprised when you hide your candles and throw a glow-in-the dark dinner party instead. Mix the glow sticks in with your table centerpieces and enjoy a superb meal.
- Ever gone on a scavenger or treasure hunt at night? Imagine how much more fun they would be if you had a few easy-to-carry light sticks.
- The importance of glow sticks as a light source or marker is not only known by military personnel, but also by people who enjoy camping, or scuba diving at night.
No matter what their size, glow sticks depend on non-flammable and non-toxic materials to produce their light. These substances are harmless, unless misused or exposed to extreme temperatures. Like with all non-edible resources, do not eat them. They should also not be applied to the body, as they can cause slight irritation the skin.
Depending on their size and composition, glow sticks can produce light from a few hours up to a few days. Their popularity is due to the fact that they are reasonably priced, water-resistant, easy to carry, disposable and self sufficient. They do not require batteries to operate. All you have to do to start the activation process is slightly twist the gadget, then snap it and give it a good shake. Easy as pie!
It would blow your mind to know how many glow sticks are sold every year. Outside of the Department of Defense, large quantities are ordered by rave organizers and club owners. In some cities light stick fans have taken their passion one step further and created unusual yet quite entertaining ‘glow stick dancing.’ It really is not difficult, because all you have to do while swinging to the beat is hold a glow stick between your fingers and whirl it in the shape of a figure eight.
The rapidly growing glow-products industry has recognized the need for accessories. To find out what is already available have a look at coolglow.com. This site offers, outside of a tremendous selection of glow stick, also illuminating bracelets, necklaces, earrings, headbands, straws, eye glasses, cups, glow balls and much more.These items come in a variety of shades and can dress up just about any out-of-the-box event. So, next time you plan a mardi grass party… think about it and go glow!
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