The Art Of Candle Making

Getting started Candlemaking

If a person is new to candle making, you should be advised that
you will make many attempts before you achieve what you are
looking for.

For this reason, you should buy a notebook and keep careful notes about things such as containers, wick holders, wicks,
pigments, dyes,fragrances, wax and any additives used, as well as the amounts used and when they were added.

You should carefully track the cooling time and make notes of any imperfections once the candle has cooled completely and is ready to burn. Note any cracks, air bubbles, discoloration, white lines, wells, flakes etc. Make notes of the coloring and fragrance prior to burning, the scent should be subtle and not overwhelming.

Make notes of the burn time and note the fragrance of the candle during burning. Ask yourself about the flame, is it too big, too small, does it smoke, is it drowned by the wax? You also may find that the fragrance is lighter while it’s burning.

Beginners often make the mistake of making too much when testing. It is always better to make smaller batches when testing, if your test is not successful it will save you a lot of leftover wax and a lot of money in wasted supplies.

Another mistake often made by beginners is thinking that everyone likes the same things, like strong smells and certain colors. If your intent is to sell your candles, you need to ask yourself if this is what other people like? Have your friends come over for aa testing, and get their opinions on colors, scents both before and during burning.

As with many things, practice makes perfect, take your time and and make careful notes, the reward will be professional candles and a profitable business.