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So you want to be a Candle Maker? How do you get Started?

So you want to be a Candle Maker? How do you ge...

By candle maker, I mean a profession that sells candles.  It doesn't matter if you want to sell to just a few friends or sell a few hundred at craft...

So you want to be a Candle Maker? How do you ge...

By candle maker, I mean a profession that sells candles.  It doesn't matter if you want to sell to just a few friends or sell a few hundred at craft...

Fragrance Threshold and Saturation Point of Scents in Candles

Fragrance Threshold and Saturation Point of Sce...

Most candle makers know that there is a limit to the amount of oil a wax can hold but few understand that there is also a fragrance threshold.  A fragrance...

Fragrance Threshold and Saturation Point of Sce...

Most candle makers know that there is a limit to the amount of oil a wax can hold but few understand that there is also a fragrance threshold.  A fragrance...

Test Burning Candles for Proper Wick Size

Test Burning Candles for Proper Wick Size

This is basically the paper that was included in the Jan/Feb 2013 issue of the Saponifier Enjoy! The final candle should always be tested with the color to make absolute...

Test Burning Candles for Proper Wick Size

This is basically the paper that was included in the Jan/Feb 2013 issue of the Saponifier Enjoy! The final candle should always be tested with the color to make absolute...

Industry Standards for Candle Making in the US-Following ASTM

Industry Standards for Candle Making in the US-...

At this time candle making is not regulated by law. However, the National Candle Association members are working with the American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) to establish and...

Industry Standards for Candle Making in the US-...

At this time candle making is not regulated by law. However, the National Candle Association members are working with the American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) to establish and...

Which Wick Should I Use When Making Candles?

Which Wick Should I Use When Making Candles?

Many different types of candle wick are available I often get the question "which wick do I use?"  The answer is very complex.  It would seem like a simple thing. ...

Which Wick Should I Use When Making Candles?

Many different types of candle wick are available I often get the question "which wick do I use?"  The answer is very complex.  It would seem like a simple thing. ...

What is the best way to extinguish a candle?

What is the best way to extinguish a candle?

Candle that is smoking after being blown out    Blowing a candle out may be quick but it will also increase indoor air pollution and soot on walls and ceilings.  Soot...

What is the best way to extinguish a candle?

Candle that is smoking after being blown out    Blowing a candle out may be quick but it will also increase indoor air pollution and soot on walls and ceilings.  Soot...