A short review of a mystery series with candlemaking and murder as the main theme.

The difference between Essential Oils and Fragrance Oils.

As a candle maker and any other craftsman, we deal with weights and measures on a day to day basis. Making a consistent quality candle requires accurate measuring of your key ingredients.

A review of supplies purchased from the local Hobby Lobby craft store.

How to make your own essential oils.

The basics of scent blending beginning with the three type of scent notes. Directions on how to create your own scents.

Every once in awhile candle makers run into new and exciting products. New to the candle making scene are wooden wicks.

Candle wax melting point is the specific temperature at which the wax will changes from solid to liquid. This can be different from your recommended pouring temperature. A lower melting point is great for container candles and a higher melting point for molded candles.

A short review of the book Basic Candle Making.

This article focuses on the debate between soy wax vs. paraffin wax.