I hope you all had a wonderful Mother’s Day and spent some quality time with your family. Guess what I got? Candles and burners and holders and lanterns. Yay!

I did get a couple coffee cups and some tomato and … Read More...

I was hanging out at Outdoor Candle Lanterns and had no clue there were so many different candle lantern options. I like the idea of using battery operated candles in some of the lanterns, especially if they’re paper.

You can … Read More...

Mother’s Day is coming fast and if you’re still looking for some last minute gift ideas or crafts I found a few quick candle projects. Most moms love candles so you can’t really go wrong although my mother might not … Read More...

Jessica Briese started My Punk House in 2006 customizing common things such as candles, cutting boards and mirrors. Her unique punk artwork inspired by tattoos combines girly with punk/biker style.

Shown here is the girly skull candle. I think it … Read More...

Planning a wedding or any other special event can be both exciting and stressful, but finding the perfect wedding favors can add an extra layer of stress. You want something unique and memorable, yet affordable and easy to make. … Read More...

If you’re looking for something a little more masculine, check out Acadian Candles and their western candle art. They have pillar and gel candles with horses, cowboys, cowgirls, bronco riders and stagecoaches. You can get them scented with sweet grass … Read More...

I decided to pick two winners in the raspberry soy candle giveaway since there were so many comments and I wanted to give everyone better odds. Congrats to the 27th & 50th commenter Stacy and Tami!

I’m working my way … Read More...

You can reuse all kinds of things around the house for candle molds. Milk cartons work great and all you have to do is peel it off when the wax is set.

Paper cups are good and yogurt containers also … Read More...

The Bloggy Giveaways are giving me an excuse to share my candles with you. Today I made some raspberry scented votive candles with a soy blend wax.

I will be giving away four candles and all you have to do … Read More...

I found this candle holder today and I love it! I still don’t know where the heck to hang it but it’s pictured here hanging off our mail box.

It’s a nice variation on the bottle because you see people … Read More...

Candle carving is a unique and impressive technique that can take an ordinary candle and turn it into a work of art. However, it can also seem intimidating to those who are new to the craft. Fortunately, there are resources … Read More...

I found a video that shows you step by step how to create a beautiful candle globe. All you need is some melted wax and a balloon.

You then fill the balloon with water and dip into the heated wax … Read More...

From Me 2 You Candles is a new candle company just starting to get the word out about their products.

They have the most delicious sounding fragrances such as Macintosh apples (my favorite), cranberry marmalade, violet lime and tons more.… Read More...

If anyone is around St.Marys, Ontario in Canada, Village Craft and Candle is hosting a candle retreat that features classes, workshops, shows and events.

Some of the classes include Candle Fundamentals, Mold Making, Eco-Friendly Beeswax, Fruit Cocktail Candle, Dipped Tapers … Read More...

We decorated a few pastel colored votive holders today with some colorful spring themed rub on transfers.

They’re so easy and cheerful and inexpensive. You could rub the transfer directly on to the candle as well but I like it … Read More...

Here are a few fun quotes on candles I found to share with you. Enjoy.

“Better to light a candle than to curse the darkness.”
Chinese Proverb

Life is no brief candle to me. It is a sort of splendid … Read More...

If you are looking for a unique candle gift idea, check out Treasure Caravan’s section on sculpture candles.

This candle is called the Chinese Silver Sea Serpent and its design includes the head of a dragon and the body … Read More...

Here are some fun wacky ideas for items to make into candle holders. There are demonstrations of creations made out of an apple, pear and a gourd. I especially like the pineapple with three drilled holes for tea lights. It … Read More...

I know paper and candles don’t sound like they should go together but if you keep them far enough away from each other, it’s a pretty effect.

I thought this would make a good spring candle craft project and like … Read More...

You can find these colored Easter egg candles at Discount Candles. They also have plain white and some with a yellow yolk. I would love receiving something like this instead of candy but not so sure the kids would … Read More...