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Using Scentsy To Make Candles

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Candle making can seem like a daunting task, especially if you’re new to it. However, with the right resources and guidance, anyone can create beautiful and fragrant candles. Hey Wanderer has shared an incredible tutorial on how to use Scentsy to make candles that are not only easy but also affordable. This method is perfect for beginners as it simplifies the process and uses materials that are readily available.

The tutorial includes an easy-to-follow infographic that breaks down the candle-making process into simple steps. This step-by-step guide makes it easy to create your own custom candles in no time. Whether you want to make candles for yourself or as a gift, this tutorial has got you covered.

One of the best things about using Scentsy for candle making is that you can choose from a wide variety of scents. From fruity scents like strawberry and peach to cozy and comforting scents like vanilla and cinnamon, the possibilities are endless. Additionally, Scentsy wax is already scented, which makes the process even simpler as you don’t have to worry about adding any extra fragrance oils.

. You can view the full post and tutorial over here.

 

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You probably know by now if you’re a regular reader (and if you’re not, welcome!) that I love a knitting pattern that’s a little silly or a little different from the usual. Classic patterns are great, too, but sometimes you just want to make something with a bit of whimsy. And when it’s super functional, too, that’s even better.

That’s the case with the Bananen-Socken pattern from Susanne Shahin. These banana socks are one of those patterns no one seems to be totally sure where it came from, and this free pattern on Ravelry explains how she makes them based on how she learned it.

It’s a sock that’s curved and when not on a foot it looks rather like a banana. There’s no heel, and you can use whatever number of stitches you need to make it fit your foot. If you’ve knit enough socks to know how many stitches you like you can just use that number, or the pattern notes include sizing charts to help. (It needs to be multiples of 2 for the ribbing.)

After working a traditional cuff, the body is made with ribbing on the back and welts (or what the pattern calls horizontal ribbing) on the front, which is what gives it the curved shape. There’s no heel, but there is toe shaping, but for the leg and the foot you just keep working the same pattern as long as you like.

I’m a little skeptical about how these socks will feel with ribbing on the bottom of the foot, but I’m definitely intrigued and will probably give them a try. 

The pattern notes are available on Ravelry in English, German, French, Italian and Spanish. If you head to the pattern page you can see a photo of what it looks like on a foot, and it just looks like a normal sock.

Have you ever knit banana socks or do you want to now? I’d love to hear your thoughts!

[Photo: Susanne Shahin]