Types of Wax
Typically the most popular types of wax used in candlemaking areBeeswaxParaffin waxGel WaxSoybean waxPalm WaxBayberry waxThere are advantages and disadvantages to each type of wax. One common practice is to blend different types of wax together so that you can achieve the most effective results.manufacturers have come out with products which help with [...]

Gel candles are pleasant looking candles that are clear and have a rubbery texture. Learning how to make gel candles is simple, especially if you already know the process of making candles out of paraffin wax.Gel candles use a different kind of wax, it is made from the combination of 95 percent mineral oil and [...]

So you want to know how do you make candles, well today I would like to show you how to. Candle making can be a fun and very enjoyable hobby but you need to know what you are doing otherwise its just going to be a mess. That’s why today as you read this article [...]

Candles are made of many different materials. In ancient times the fat rendered from butchered animals, usually mutton or sheep, was used to make a type of candle. This material is known as tallow. Today you can still buy or make candles made of tallow; however the process has been refined greatly. Early tallow candles [...]

Candles are a great way to add warmth and a beautiful decor to your home. They are a cheap and easy way to brighten and add personality to any room without being overpowering. Different scents can add a different feeling to a room. If you go online to any shop you will find you have [...]

For beginners, your budget will most likely determine what type of candles you make, as some types of candles can be made with very little equipment investment and others require much more. There are, however, some things you shouldn’t try and do without.Consider a wax melter a necessity. Whatever type of candle you make, you [...]

Making candles at home is a rewarding hobby. Start out small to keep your expenses in check. You can always expand later on. Here is a list of the basic tools, excluding molds and containers, you’ll need to get started.Candle Wax MelterAlways melt wax using a double-boiler method, that is, a melting container set inside [...]

I’m the kind of person that always likes to try new things. I’m the first one my friends call when they need someone to go to pottery class, the new wine bar, or an art gallery opening because I’m usually up for anything. A few months ago a coworker invited me to go to a [...]

Making candles at home is a rewarding hobby. Start out small to keep your expenses in check. You can always expand later on. Here is a list of the basic tools, excluding molds and containers, you’ll need to get started.Candle Wax MelterAlways melt wax using a double-boiler method, that is, a melting container set inside [...]

The Basic Candle Making ProcedureThere are so many different types of candle making procedures that it is hard to choose which one that you want to try. For this reason we are going to go over the basic procedure for each form of wax. We are going to start with teaching you how to make [...]