Articles for tag: Baby Shower Themes, Beeswax Candles, Candle Safety, Soy Candles

The Benefits of Soy Candles

Candles either scented or not are becoming favorite choices for gifts or favors. But now, there is a new twist with these amazing glowers ‘” soy candles. It was in 1991 that Michael Richard invented soy wax. The invention later became the best alternative for beeswax and paraffin wax which are commonly used in manufacturing ...

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Fireman Wedding Favors: Fire Hydrant Shaped Beeswax Candles

This Fire Hydrant beeswax candle is perfect for making as a wedding favor for your wedding guests. If you are marrying a fireman or are a firewoman, then this would make the perfect fireman themed wedding favor! Working with beeswax candle material is a simple an easy craft. You do not have to have any ...

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Candle-making 101 – Wick It, Wick it Good!

A vital contributor to candle-making is the wicking. There are many different types and sizes available for every kind of candle. Choosing the right wick for your project can be tedious, but not if you have all the information. Flat-braid cotton wicks are perfect for pillar candles but should not be used with gel candles, ...

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Guide to Buying Quality Candles

Candles can create a romantic environment for a special dinner, be relaxing when flickering by a warm bubble bath, and just give our homes that special fragrance that is comforting and welcoming. Why do some candles seem to have a long lasting scent while others seem to lose their scent quickly? What are the different ...

Why You Shouldn’t Use Black Candles

I love the dramatic effect of black candles but magically you shouldn’t have to use them too often. Black candles are used to draw something away from you, to absorb negative energy and to consume or take away something. Having them near you at all results in your energy being absorbed. Candle magic is a ...

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The History of Candles and Their Many Uses

The history of candles goes back thousands of years. They were used to light the way of our ancestors, they were used in rituals, exorcisms and to even find treasures. However, where candles came from is a mystery. One of the earliest mentions of candles in history is in Egypt as early as 3000 BC ...

Review of Big Dipper Wax Works: All Natural Beeswax Candles

Where candles come in handy for emergencies when the lights go out due to storms, electricity failures, and other reasons, they are most notably used as symbols of celebration and ambiance. Selecting the right candles or finding candles that are simply your preference is usually achieved by the process of elimination. If you are a ...