We cover all of the candle-making basics to teach you this age-old craft online. Learn how to make related crafts with candle wax and fragrances. We also cover accessories for candle making and candle decor you can make yourself.
Learn how to make unique and stylish candle vessels using concrete and cement with our easy-to-follow guide. If you love candles and home decor, why not combine both by making your own candle vessels using concrete and cement? Not only…
Discover how to make unique and modern concrete candles with this comprehensive guide. Learn about the materials and tools needed, as well as tips and tricks for creating beautiful candles. Candles are a great way to add ambiance and warmth…
Make Easy Candles in 6 Steps Before you start – candle making can be messy. Cover your area with something protective like newspaper or plastic. I always wear an apron! All candles require testing. I have included affiliate links to…
Group Fragrance Name Fragrance Description Floral African Violet Strong violet fragrance with hints of other florals and juniper berries as an exfoliant. Spice Almond Coconut Roasted almonds blended with tropical coconuts. Spice Almond Spice Our roasted almond fragrance mixed with…
Candle making is a fun experience, especially for those who adore creativity. If you’re a DIY kind of person, then you’re going to love the experience of wooden wick candle making. If you get better at it, you can also…
Making Pillar Candles In 6 Easy Steps Making a Paraffin Pillar Candle Making a pillar candle requires a candle wax that is hard enough to hold its shape when it is out of a container. Most pillar candles are primarily…
A candle that does not burn correctly is a lot of work to be disappointed in the end. For personal use, you may find things that work, but for selling candles, stick with the best manufacturing processes. Only use approved…
Making a specialty candle such as a geode candle can be a lot of fun and a great way to express your inner artist. This candle is a pillar candle shaped in the form of a bowl with intricate designs…
To make 5-inch pyramid treasure candles you will need 1 pound of paraffin wax and .5 ml fragrance oil, an HTP 83 wick or equivalent tested for your wax, a wick holder, and a wax melting pot. You will need…
Why use beeswax candles? Pure beeswax candles are one of the few non-toxic, safer, healthier clean-burning candle choices today. Paired with a natural hemp or cotton wick, burning beeswax produces negative ions that bond with toxins in the air. This…
Choosing the right wick for your candle can make the difference between a good and a bad candle. As a beginner candle maker, buy the wicks pre-tabbed, cut, and coated. The primary differences are the wick sizes in diameter. The…
I have been making candles since the 1970s. My website has information that you will not find anywhere else. I can give you tips for the beginner candlemaker through to the advanced candle maker. I can also pass on my…
Shop local for candle-making supplies when you can. I do as I save a ton in shipping. Supplies can get heavy and you save money when you purchase in larger quantities. Purchase what you can afford and use. Some products have…
Packaging and delivering to your customer is the first impression of your candle and the final cost of your product. Packaging for your candles is as important as testing the performance of your candles. The key to packaging candles for shipping is…
I am asked so many times “How do I learn to make candles?”. The obvious answer is to read the articles on my website! And stop in on my YouTube Channel! Learning to make candles takes time and practice. Not everyone…
A massage candle can be a terrific addition to your product line and fun to make. They are also fun to use! What are massage candles? Massage candles have been used for many years and are simply made by exchanging…
Candle testing prior can avoid a lot of troubleshooting later on. Make this part of your candle-making process. Learning what candle performs better will help you get the most from this craft. To perform candle testing properly you make candles…
Curing is the last process in candle making. After a candle has been poured and congealed it is not finished. Yes, a candle continues to create a bond between the wax and the fragrance oil as quickly as 48 hours…
We make candles or buy candles because we want the fragrance to smell strong enough to fill the room and connect with a feeling associated with that scent. We want that trigger to be part of our current reality and…
Traditional chandlers have used candles of various shapes, colors, and placements to tap into the energy of the unconscious and spiritual realms for centuries. We have seen this in religious rituals and personal meditative sessions. Making candles with intention is…
Simply adding herbs, crystals, gems, or stones to a candle can be decorative but may not be beneficial or serve the intention. Making candles with the intention of generating energy also follows astrology and the farmer’s almanac. Candles made with…
What is a dough bowl candle? A dough bowl candle has become a very popular part of modern-day farmhouse decor and is simple to make. This natural rustic container is easy to work with and can be used over again.…
Adding a candle wax embed to candles or wax melts can give it that final touch or signature look. Candle embeds can be a single simple element or a collage of items made from candle wax to look like your…
In this article, I am going to teach you how to make food, drink, and dessert candles that you can create at home. We will cover some basic candle-making technics to mimic food and then move on to the recipes.…
Taking care of your candles will help them last longer and smell stronger. Learn the “Do’s & Don’ts” for candle care and teach your customers too! Here are some candle care tips. How to Care for Candles Store candles in…
You don’t have to use candle wax straight out of the box! Wax blends make better candles. Mixing paraffin and soy candle wax produce a stable blend that is easier to work with. There are 6 primary types of waxes…
Natural and Holistic Candles have become increasingly popular as we have become more aware of our well-being. Non-toxic candle making can only be achieved through natural candle making. Natural candle making refers to candles made without toxins such as paraffin, phthalates, synthetically…
Making candles at home can be simple. You can borrow candle making equipment from your kitchen and set it aside each time you want to make candles at home. What candle making equipment do you need? Melting pot or pitcher…
Yes. Many candle makers in the community use the stout round and square vessels or jars from Dollar Tree for candle making. The Rocks Glass Candleholders are 3.25″ in diameter and 4 inches tall. The Square Glass Candleholder is 3…
The Vybar 103 has a higher melting point and is used in molded/pillar candles while the Vybar 260 has a lower melting point and is used in Jar/Container candles. Both have the same effect to enhance the scent throw in…
Many candle makers use a hot plate for candle making. They are small, portable, lightweight, and plug in to be used conveniently in a craft area and out of the kitchen. How do you melt wax for candle making? Candle…
