Guides

Candle knowledge, plainly said.

Practical guides written from the bench: what works, what doesn't, and why.


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Start Here

Your first candle: equipment, wax, wick, pour, cure.

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Waxes

Soy, coconut, paraffin, beeswax and blends, and what each does well.

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Wicks

Sizing, series, trimming and why the wick is half the candle.

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Fragrance & Dye

Fragrance load, flash points, throw and color without the guesswork.

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Containers

Glass, tin, ceramic: what is safe to pour into and what is not.

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Safety

Burning, pouring and storing candles responsibly.

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Troubleshooting

Frosting, tunneling, sinking, wet spots and weak scent throw.

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Selling Candles

Labeling, pricing, photography and what to know before you sell.