Can Wintercraft Globe Ice Lanterns be used in warmer weather?

Globe Ice Lanterns are beautiful any time of year!

In fact, we have used globe ice lanterns in each the 4 seasons successfully and beautifully - inside and out. They last for a remarkably long period of time.

In terms of how long a globe will last displayed in warmer temps, (70-90°F), it all depends on the size and thickness of the globe and how long you want it to last.  

A centerpieces uses a small globe ice lantern (to keep sight lines open) which would be around 7-8" in diameter or 9-10 lbs of water with fairly thick walls (3"), is likely to last around 5-8 hours. Using cool-touch LED lights could double these times.

A larger globe ice lantern is usually around 11-13" in diameter or about 20-40 lbs and with thicker walls (4-5") should last from 12-24 hours. Using cool-touch LED lights could double these times.

The biggest challenge during warmer weather is the storing of the globes prior to use.  An average home set-up can make 1 or 2 at a time, but another freezer will be needed to store them after they are made.  Coolers with dry ice can keep globes for a few days, or a cooler with regular ice packs will work for several hours.  Reception venues often have larger freezers that can be used prior to events (ask ahead of time).  Globe Ice Lanterns look their best if they have had an hour or two to defrost before use. Keep in mind that a globe's transformation into a thin shell can be magical.

P.S.  Our favorite summer use was an outdoor pool party where we placed a large globe on a diving board and it slowly melted in to the water - it was a 90 plus degree night!