Step-by-step color photographs and descriptive detail make this book indispensable for beginners looking to create beautiful and functional scented candles on their very first try, and for experienced crafters who want to sharpen their skills. Precise instructions eliminate the guesswork that too often creeps into how-to books. Gleaned from the expertise of master candle makers, this guide presents everything a novice needs to know to get started crafting tradi (more…)

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A special blend of soy beans with other botanical oils make up this 10 0% natural soot-free wax. An excellent alternative to paraffin wax. The melting point of the container wax is 135 degrees. The melting po int of the pillar/votive blend is 140 degrees. Each box features full color project ideas on the top of the lid and complete instructions o n the inside. May be enhanced with any Yaley scent or dye. No special wicks needed sizes and types vary with the p… More >>

Yaley Microwaveable Soy Wax-1 lb./For Containers

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Discover How to Profit from Your Craft
Have you ever dreamed of learning the beautiful art of candlemaking? You can! Candlemaking For Fun & Profit was written with two purposes in mind: to teach you the basics of this fun craft and to show you how to turn these new skills into cash! Whether you’ve been crafting for years or are just getting started, you’ll learn:
·The benefits and enjoyment of making candles
·The right materials, tools, and… More >>

Candlemaking for Fun & Profit

Candles are not a new thing. For centuries, people have used them to light their way in the forrest, in streets, in their castles, just about anywhere once they sun set in the day. . Before electricity, candles used to be the only sources of light during the evening hours. Nowadays, candles are made for fun! Candles are made for personal use, gifts, as an activity with children and other practical and aesthetic reasons.

It’s an easy hobby to take up and extremely rewarding. Not only that, once you get the basic supplies, it’s an easy project to start. Supplies are not hard to find and you can find all kinds of necessities online and offline at your local crafts store. Since this hobby is very popular with craftspeople, all kinds of creative candles are created. I’m sure you’ve probably seen some at your local county fair or at the coffeeshop down the street.

The first step in candle making is to prepare the wax. Wax must be melted using what is called a double boiler. What is a double boiler? It’s simply a large pot filled with water and placed on the stove top. A smaller pot that contains the un-melted wax sits inside the larger pot. Wax easily burns, so having a double boiler makes life alot easier. Once the wax is melted, just hold the wick in place in the middle of the mold and pour in the wax.

You’ll have to let the wax cool for about a few hours before you attempt to remove it fro the mold. Four to six hours is a good time to wait. If you’re a little impatient like me, you could try to fit the mold in the freezer for about half an hour and then you’ll be able to remove the candle from the mold. You can also use non-stick cooking spray on the mold before you pour the wax so it’ll be easier to take the candle out in the end.

There are so many different creative things you can do with candles. You can add different fragrances, colors and decorations. Some people use liquid latex for some amazing candles. Because liquid latex molds are not sturdy and too wobbly to stand on end, you’ll need some kind of support like a piece of cardboard with a hole cut in the middle of it.

Some hobbyists have found that selling candles can be a lucrative business. By purchasing their products in bulk at discount prices, they can make some great products especially if they are creative with the packaging. After all, who doesn’t like candles?

What good is a candle if you don’t have the candle making equipment to make it? Candle making can be quite easy as long as you plan ahead, get organized and of course, have everything you need in place. So get ready and get your notebook out and write down everything that you need to get while you’re at the craft store. You might even look around online and print out a list!

Some of the things you can use, you’ll  probably be able to find at home, which would be very convenient! Other things you’ll have to hunt for either online or offline. You may want to borrow some candle molds from others or even create some of your own to be truly unique! If you’re resourceful, you may even be able to substitute some items to save money and time. With the popularity of candle making, many craft stores carry starter kits that have the essentials needed for basic candle making.

As your candle making skills improve and you start to get more ambitious, then you’ll be able to upgrade your candle making equipment. After all, your candles will be so popular with family and friends that you’ll have to make more of them and may even consider selling them. Nevertheless, get your notebook out because you’ll need to start writing down these essentials:

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