If you have not heard of water beads they are a polymer bead (like Orbeez). When placed in water they expand up to 50 times their size. Once they are hydrated you can use them in fresh flowers, live plants, candles, decorations, special occasion centerpieces, etc. The beads reduce back to their original size as they release the water. All you have to do it rehydrate them for approximately 12 hours. Our beads are top quality beads and are colorfast (will not fade or discolor water). Dont be confused with the lower quality beads as they will fade and discolor you the water.