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Beeswax candles burn cleaner, smell sweeter and burn longer. Another benefit is that beeswax candles actually helps get rid of allergens because they emit negatively charged ions.
If the soot created from paraffin triggers allergies, you might want to try … Read More...
If you’re a scrapbooker (scrapper?) you probably have the tools to make these metallic candle flowers and stars. Martha Stewart’s craft of the day looks super easy and it really livens up birthday candles on cake!
I’m not thrilled about … Read More...
March (spring?) is almost here and it can’t come soon enough as far as I’m concerned. If you celebrate St. Patrick’s Day, it’s a fun excuse to decorate creatively with candles.
I’m not a big fan of green beer, but … Read More...
Chunk candles are one of the most fun, colorful and forgiving candles to make. They’re also perfect for recycling leftover wax or reusing candles that have not worked out.
I found this video tutorial for making a chunk candle on … Read More...
Ricky Gervais, Robbie Coltrane, Elaine Paige and several other British celebrities have designed 34 bone china candle holders for charity to raise awareness for Parkinson’s disease.
Sir Michael Caine, Geri Halliwell and Matt Lucas among others, will also be signing … Read More...
Everything you need to make your own custom candle is supplied for you at Wix Studio. All you have to do is pick the color, scent, embeds and mold!
There are also birthday party packages that include candle molds, … Read More...
Village Craft and Candle is holding their annual candle retreat from Saturday, April 30 to Sunday, May 1, 2011 in St. Mary’s Ontario.
On Saturday you’ll learn how to make votives, blend colours and mix fragrances. They’ll also explore packaging … Read More...
I made a few tea lights today and decided they were kind of boring on their own.
We headed to Michaels craft store and I came across these cheerful lanterns for $1.50! They would be pretty on the patio, pool/barbecue … Read More...
Laura came up with this great candle artwork project to do with your kids. What a fun way to spend time with your children and encourage their creativity!
It’s also a unique way to treasure your child’s artwork and would … Read More...
This music note candle would make a perfect candle gift for a musician!
Candle artist Jfay of Wick’d Candles and Perfumes by Studio 3B distressed the background of the candle to give it a classic old world feel. It’s scented … Read More...
Massage candles are a unique and romantic way to indulge in a sensual massage with your partner. Not only do they create a romantic atmosphere with their soft and warm glow, but … Read More...
I’m not sure if I like the bacon scented candle idea, but it’s different. Apparently these ones are made from real rendered bacon fat. Eww.
Somehow, the smell of bacon would not be enough to satisfy me. In fact it … Read More...
For this valentine candle I picked a pretty glass to pour the gel into. A wine or champagne glass would also work well.
You can figure out how much gel you need by simply comparing how much water it takes … Read More...
Famous bridal gown designer Monique Lhuillier is teaming up with D.L & Co. to create a new candle fragrance line.
Some of the scents that will be available include: blackberry, white flower, red rose and citrus. They’ll cost between $35.00 … Read More...
Mrs. Tattoo Geek has some unique scented soy candles! They are packaged in tins and the artwork on the lids resembles tattoos.
Shown here is a sweet and fruity scented soy candle called Sun Kissed Sugar. I love the … Read More...
My family thought that these striped chocolate cherry candles smelled divine when they came home. They were disappointed when they realized I wasn’t actually baking any sweets though!
For this project I used about a half pound (230 g) of … Read More...
I found this tutorial for a beautiful candlestick topiary from Kacey Kendrick’s Stay at Home Artist blog.
It’s hard to believe she purchased her supplies from the dollar store because this is truly a lavish look.
She really has a … Read More...
Kick things up a notch on Valentine’s Day (or any other day) with colored flame candles!
These color flame tea light candles are available at Parties 4 Kids. Apparently they’re smokeless and non-toxic. The downside is that they only … Read More...
This unique and detailed candle was created by artist Daxa.
What do you think about her henna candle combo? She uses real henna and then enhances it with Genuine Swarovski Crystals.
It would definitely make an original conversation piece! You … Read More...
For this painted valentine candle project, you can use any pillar candles you have kicking around.
It’s a quick way to add some colour and romance to your otherwise drab candles.
Things You’ll Need: Stencils, Acrylic Paint, Stencil Brush, Tape, … Read More...
