What is that term???

Ever read candle making instructions and found yourself scratching your head trying to figure out what the @#$! are Jump lines? Mushrooming? Vybar?

Well, scratch no further, cause Candle Cauldron's Candle Making Dictionary is here to help.

Check it out for all your basic candle making terms.

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Note to yourself: Aromatherapy can help

Whether you are into Aromatherapy or not, you must admit that a good scent can only make you feel better. So it wouldn't hurt to know just a bit more about it.

For example, the differences between these Essential Oil classifications: top note, middle note and base not.

Wanna know? Read BellaOnline's Aromatherapy Basics for a good explanation.

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Vertical Twist

I love chunk candles.

So it was a double pleasure to me to find this new vertical rods twist to it:

Check out David Fisher's instructions from about.com to this beautiful thing.

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Original Rolled Beeswax Votive Holders

Look at this interesting combination from David Fisher & about.com:

A combined votive and beeswax!

The Rolled beeswax acts as the votive holder and they melt there way together.

Easy and beautiful!

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Have you ever seen these Japanese candles?

WOW! Take a look at these beautiful Japaneses candles:

Read this fascinating report about YoCo's visit to a traditional candle making workshop in Takashima. It is a fine piece of culture.

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A great match for your wick!

I bet one of your most common questions is: which wick goes with the wax I'm using?

If this is the case, this list is perfect for you. It has dozens of wax and wick matches, according to the candle type.

But don't forget, that whatever you end up using - write it down and keep it for your own reference. That is always the best way to go!

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Turning a taper into a dripless

I found this segment on taper candles, and I really like one of the tips they have on how to turn a regular taper into a dripless one.

It is so simple!

Check for yourself.

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Turn Crayons Into Candles

Do you have all of those broken crayons the kids don't use anymore? Turn them into candles you can use or give as gifts.

Candle Making: recycling old crayons for fund raising or fun

Here's another fun idea for a interesting candle. I love it when there's a chance to recycle old stuff, instead of spending money on new material. Don't you?

Try giving this one a chance.

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Test Test Test

Always test your candles
You have just finished your last candle making project for the day. You've unplugged your candle wax melter, stored any excess wax and additives and washed all of your utensils. Your candles have cooled nicely you have stored them, boxed them or wrapped them for sale or to give as gifts...

Always test your candles - Candle making

One of the basic things of making candles is: test, test and test some more. If you are trying a new scent, wick or additive - check it out, see if it works, write it down. Does it smoke? Is the throw strong? How's the burning time?

This good article talks more about it.

Eran.

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Decorating Tips

Displaying candles that made yourself can be a great joy.

Just think how people will be impressed!

Here are great candle decorating tips for you.

I personally like displays with different shades of the same color, but these tips include also height suggestions, floating candles and more.

See for yourself.

Eran

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Starting with the basics

If you are only starting to make candles and looking for you first step, here's the best recommendation I can give you:

Candle Making Techniques has a great basics page full with details explanations, photos and everything you need to know to start making you own candles: double boiler, pillar, relief holes and much much more!

Give it a go!

Eran.

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Yummy Candle

You know I LOVE food-shaped candle!

They look so great, I just want to eat them! Look at this muffin candle Lata Tokhi made:

This muffin just looks awesome!

Hope you like it,

Eran

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Can candles smell like your baby?

I found some helpful scent mixing ideas from Nature Garden that you can use.

I never thought about Baby Powder as a scent for candles... Turns out, all you need to do is mix rose and vanilla!

Eran.

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Good Tips for Good Profits

A profitable business is a noble target. Who wouldn't want that?

Here are good tips from Dorothy Kible for a profitable candle making business.

The best one, I think, is: never underestimate the power of smell!

Read for your self!

Eran.

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Labeling Your Candles

Labeling your candles is required by law. Have you ever tried reading the law? Trust me, you need to be an expert in order to that.

"Normal people" can use Candle Cauldron's good guidelines to label your candles. These guidelines are more than what the law requires, but can be helpful to let your customer s understand exactly what the are buying.

Eran.

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Happy New Year!

Happy New Year Everybody!

May 2007 be a wonderful year full of beautiful and amazing candles.

Eran.

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How many times did you ask yourself this question?

Here is a popular question I found recently on The Artful Crafter site:

I enjoy making crafts and would like to do so as a business in the future. I make things for my friends all the time, but I never charge them any money. I was looking into renting a booth to sell from in my town, but it all seems so overwhelming.
What should I do?
Kayla

Question & Answer: From Fun to Profit - Starting a Craft Business

How many times did you ask yourself the same question?

Well, it really comes down to market research and getting feedback from friends and family. Starting with a small client circle of friends can give you the experience and lead the way to a bigger business.

Eran.

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Beautiful Gel Candles - Check It Out

Look at these beautiful gel candles!!!

Aren't they just amazing! I also love the idea of embedded shells inside them.

If you are out to try making gel candles, try using Brighter Scents' How to Make Gel Candles page. It is very detailed and covers all you need to know. Pay special attention to the suggestions on how to prevent bubbles - that is the biggest problem in gel candles.

The secret is to pour slowly and mix slowly, but there are more suggestions on how to eliminate bubbles after they appeared.

Check it out.

Eran.

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Is this winter I'm smelling?

Take a deep breath... Can you smell the winter Bay Rum? Or is it spring Lavender? Summer Coconut? Autumn All Spice?

Every season has its unique and wonderful scents. This is the time to make great winter candles, and start thinking about the spring.

Browse through this season scent list by Candle Business Corner for great scents ideas that will match your season perfectly!

Ever if your current seasons are different, you can still use the scent list. All the seasons are there!

Happy holiday season!

Eran.

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Great Votives

If you are out for good old fashion votives, Candles And Supplies have got good instructions for great votives.

Don't forget to put aside some of the melted wax for that second pour that will fill the "pit" around the wick.

Eran.

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