Beeswax Candles: A British Tradition Worth Reviving Where It All Began Long before paraffin wax arrived from the petroleum industry in the mid-1800s, British households burned beeswax candles. Churches from…
How to Make Layered Candles at Home A Beginner's Guide to Beautiful, Multi-Coloured Candles There is something deeply satisfying about making a candle that looks as good as it smells.…
How to Calculate Wax and Fragrance Amounts for Any Container Why Getting the Maths Right Changes Everything The first candle I ever made was a disaster. Not a dramatic, house-fire…
Dealing with Wet Spots in Container Candles Don't Panic - Every Candle Maker Has Been There You've spent time carefully measuring your wax, choosing a fragrance you love, and pouring…
How to Make Scented Pillar Candles: A Complete Tutorial Pillar candles are one of the most satisfying things you can make at home. They stand on their own without a…
Choosing Candle Moulds: Silicone, Metal and Plastic When you first start making candles at home, the sheer number of choices can feel a little daunting. Wax types, fragrance loads, wick…
Cotton Wicks vs Wood Wicks: A Comparison for Beginners When you start making candles at home in the UK, one of the first decisions you will face is choosing between…
Top 10 Candle Fragrances That Sell Well in the UK Starting a candle business in the UK is genuinely exciting — but it can also feel a little daunting when…
Fragrance Load in Candles: How Much Scent Is Too Much? There is a moment every new candle maker knows well. You have melted your wax, you have your fragrance oil…
How to Choose the Right Wick Size for Your Candle The One Mistake Almost Every Beginner Makes There is a particular kind of frustration that comes from pouring your first…