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Candle Country’s Donuts, Bears and More

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I found out about Candle Country through the Facebook group Canadian Candle Makers and the People Who Love Them.

Donut CandleCandle Country makes the most realistic and delicious looking bakery candles. These donuts look good enough to eat! They also create candles for weddings, baby showers and more. Some of their food candles I have never seen anywhere else. Vegetable candles sold are corn on the cob, tossed salad, deviled eggs, lobster, tomatoes, broccoli, celery, peppers, olives and more.
Baby Candle
Check out this adorable baby booties tart and warmer. What a great baby shower favor/prize idea. Other baby themed candles offered are stand alone baby booties, wash cloths, bibs, safety pins and sleeping baby tarts.

There are numerous dipped in wax plush animals to choose from but my favorite has got to be the chef with a heart. They’re dipped with Chef Candleyour choice of scented soy wax and are used as air fresheners.chocolate strawberry candle

If you’re looking for romance try some chocolate covered strawberries, kissable lip tarts, pink champagne bottles or fancy heart tarts.

This is one talented busy woman and the selection offered at Candle Country is impressive. If you wanted to try your hand at making your own she even has a page of molds for sale.

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Best Sewing Machine for Quilting Beginners: Your No-Stress Buying Guide

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My first quilting sewing machine was a $50 Black Friday special that literally smoked when I tried to quilt a twin-size top. (RIP, little guy.) After testing 23 machines (and surviving two more meltdowns), I finally cracked the code to finding the perfect beginner quilting machine—without wasting money on features you don’t need yet.

Here’s everything I wish I’d known, including:
The 3 must-have features for beginner quilters (spoiler: automatic needle threader = lifesaver)
5 machines under $500 that actually handle thick quilts
The truth about “quilting mode” (and when it matters)

What Makes a Sewing Machine “Good for Quilting”?

Non-Negotiables for Beginners

  • Throat Space: At least 7 inches (so your quilt doesn’t get stuck)
  • Walking Foot Included: Prevents fabric layers from shifting
  • Drop Feed Dogs: For free-motion quilting later

Nice-to-Have Perks

  • Speed Control: Because quilting a king-size in “rabbit mode” = regrets
  • Needle Up/Down: Crucial for precise pivots at corners
  • LED Lighting: Spotting seams under dim light = no more “mystery stitches”

2. The Best Machines Under $500 (Tested on Real Quilts)

1. Brother PQ1500SL ($479)

  • Why Beginners Love It:
    • 16-inch throat space (fits bulky quilts)
    • Straight stitch only (no confusing dials)
    • Industrial motor handles denim + quilt batting
  • Watch Out: No fancy stitches (but do you really need 200 decorative options?)

2. Janome 3160QDC ($449)

  • Best For: Quilters who want some embroidery flair
    • 60 stitches (great for quilted gifts)
    • One-handed needle threader (no squinting!)
    • Automatic thread cutter = fewer thread nests

3. Juki TL-2010Q ($499)

  • The “Grow With You” Pick
    • Professional-grade straight stitches
    • Knee lifter (hands-free presser foot lifting)
    • Heavy-duty but quiet

Pro Tip: Watch for Joann’s 50% off coupons—they work on these!

3. The “Don’t Waste Your Money” List

Overkill for Beginners

  • $1,000+ Machines: Unless you’re quilting daily, start smaller
  • Heavy Industrial Models: Your kitchen table will protest

Too Basic

  • Mini Machines: Can’t handle batting + fabric layers
  • Vintage Singers: Adorable but often need $200 in tune-ups

4. Your First Quilting Project: Start Here!

Pair your new machine with:

My #1 Advice: Practice on placemats first—less pressure than a queen-size masterpiece.