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waysofkarma asked:


I have recently decided to start making candles, and I was wondering if anyone knew of a good candlemaking book, and if anyone had some “what they don’t tell ya” advice to give about candle making!??

Thanks!

CALEB

Holly M. Jordan asked:
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Surely, candle making classes are a great medium for learning. By enrolling in short courses in candle making, you are somewhat ensured that information and details are presented personally. However, enrolling in candle making classes proves to be difficult for others. Besides, not all people have the luxury of time to go to workshops or attend short courses.

Online learning, meanwhile, presents us with a great opportunity. Learning and researching for relative details is also easier. With just a few clicks, you can find a number of sites offering information and details regarding candles. It is like enrolling in a virtual school and enjoying all those candle making classes instantly.

Hobbyist and home-based mothers usually have the time but on a limited basis. Either they are too busy at daytime or have so many responsibilities after work. With candle making classes online, they can easily turn on their lap tops and learn how to create impressive looking candles. At the same time, they can still take care of their families and kids.

By referring to sites and online resources, information regarding candles is presented in detail. You can post questions and seek additional references. You can meet up with other enthusiasts online and share relative stories. You can also try various sites and learn the best candle making tips and tricks.

While candle making classes are seemingly great, you have to realize that enrolling in one requires expense. On the other hand, getting your information online is much cheaper. So, instead of investing your hard-earned cash in tutorials, you can very well allocate them for your materials and candle making kits.

It is not also true that candle making classes have the best of minds in terms of candle making. Pundits and long-time candle makers have managed to put up websites for information sharing. Bloggers and hobbyist do the same thing as well. In the long run, what you acquire online is equal if not greater as compared to mediocre candle making classes.

There is no such thing as perfect medium for learning. The only thing that keeps a student apart is his ability to seek other tools and ways. While candle making classes provide much help, you have to be receptive in accepting other information sources.

Learning how to make great candles does not depend on method but skill. Creativity and the impressive use of imagination count as well. Knowing a thing or two about candle making is definitely your prerogative and it is your persistence that will give you the best tips and techniques.



GEORGE
Shannon B asked:
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I am getting married in August and want to start working on the reception place settings, I dont want to have candy. A couple of weeks ago I saw some mini wine goblets that were glass and they had poured wax in to them to make candles, but I cant find the glasses anywhere….

MASON
Sep
26
DeeDee asked:


I am trying to get into candlemaking and wanted to know the basics to it. Any websites that show you how to make them?

RONALD
Sep
23
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queenofdiy asked:


Visit www.queenofdiy.com for step by step instructions and what I used in this tutorial! The first basic tutorial you need to get started candle making! Making your own candles can not only save you a lot of money, but you can also choose what fragrances, colors, styles, and sizes of candles you want to make! You won’t regret diving into this rewarding hobby.

NIGEL

feline.beauty asked:


Or someone who can make them please?
I need large White Candles Unsented please?

MARCUS
Sep
15
sherrysbadluckmustang asked:


hi i make candles, im looking for dift molds to make candles., and where can i buy this at . been looking at my supplier but they hv nothing im wanting. im into dift kinds of molds 4 candles can u guys help me out.

SON
LALA asked:


how can i make good candles/good product i need to know what people like as scents, colors, sizes please comment :)

BRAIN
BILL asked:


I have oils for making candles but dont have time today, and I have company coming over and want it to smell nice in here. thanks

EFRAIN
Chris Marshall asked:


It may come as a complete surprise for many people to learn about how much money is spent each year just on lighting up the nights in a romantic way, and then again it may not be quite such big news because with festivals and important occasions constantly coming round year in year out, it would not be such a big surprise to learn that Americans spend about two billion dollars annually in such pursuits.

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Since candles can be made in different sizes, shapes and with various scents, there is a lot to be said regarding starting a candle making business, and since candles are without a doubt a very popular item used to decorate homes and give a softer glow to the interiors and lending them well in creating a special atmosphere, they will always be in demand. Anytime is a good time for starting a candle making business and you pursue such a venture just to earn a little extra on the side, or take it up full time because there is a lot of potential in this line of business.

However, you would need to research the business well before starting a candle making business and know the exact sales statistics in your neck of the woods and also on the national level as you will then be able to know the level of demand for candles both locally and also nationally, and also can assess the feasibility of your business proving to be a success. Furthermore, before starting a candle making business, you need to assess whether to do business on a local level or on the national level, and whether to also have an online presence in order to further boost sales. In any case, you must be committed and spend as much time as is required and know for sure that you are capable enough to handle it before proceeding any further.

It would certainly boost your chances of success when you start a candle making business if you can also make the candles on your own, and you could advertise through fliers and posters as well as spread the word by mouth that you are giving demonstrations to show the quality of your candle making abilities. However, more important than starting a candle making business is the ability to balance it and thus you must be able to commit your time to this venture full time, and also have the finances to buy the supplies and then set a decent price for the products.



FREEMAN