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Art Of Candle Making Business Startup

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Art Of Candle Making Business Startup

Unlike other candle making books that only provide basic instructions and a few recipes, this book offers a comprehensive guide on how to create beautiful, natural, and organic candles. The author aims to help readers understand the difference between making any candle and creating a unique blend that can set their candle making business apart from others.

The book is divided into two parts. The first part explains the fundamentals of candle making, including the equipment and tools needed, how to source raw materials, and how to properly scent and color candles. The author also shares various candle making methods and safety rules to follow, as well as the best and easiest projects to start with.

The second part focuses on how to turn this newfound passion into a successful business. The author shares her experience of growing a soap making business from scratch to a six-figure enterprise and selling it for a good profit. She also teaches readers how to find their niche, price their candles, avoid common mistakes, and market and sell their products to wholesalers and retailers.

Whether you’re a hobbyist or aspiring entrepreneur, this book is packed with practical tips and step-by-step guidance that can help you create beautiful and unique candles and turn your passion into a profitable business. So, join the beautiful and colorful world of candle making and start your journey today!

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Primrose and Bee Punch Needle Pattern from DMC

If you’ve been looking for a punch needle project that’s both cute and calming, let me introduce you to the Primrose & Bee Punch Needle Pattern from DMC. It’s got everything I love in a design—playful florals, a touch of nature, and just enough charm to make you smile every time you glance at it.

This pattern is part of DMC’s free collection (yep, free!), and it’s ideal for both beginners and seasoned punch needle crafters. The scene is simple but sweet: a soft primrose flower in bloom with a happy little bee buzzing around. It has that slightly whimsical, handmade look that works beautifully in a modern or cottagecore-inspired home.

The instructions are easy to follow, and because it’s DMC, you’re getting clear thread recommendations and a helpful diagram that breaks down the steps. It’s designed for chunky yarn or DMC’s Nova Vita eco-friendly threads, but you could absolutely adapt it with what you already have in your stash.

I love that punch needle gives you quick, textured results—you don’t need to commit weeks of stitching to see something take shape. This pattern would look gorgeous stretched in a hoop or sewn into a mini cushion. Honestly, it’s cute enough to gift, and small enough to finish in a couple of evenings.

My favorite part? That fuzzy little bee! It adds such a fun 3D element to the design, and it’s a great excuse to practice your loop consistency and texture techniques if you’re still learning.

If you’re feeling crafty and want something cheerful that won’t overwhelm your to-do list, this little project is the one. Download it, print it, and enjoy the buzz of a good stitch session.

Let me know if you punch it up—I’d love to see your version!