Soy wax is used to make soy candles. They are a special type of candle, available in different traditional candle shape like floating candles, pillar, votive and taper candles. Soy wax is considered as a natural alternative to relatively expensive paraffin wax. Other important advantage of using soy wax instead of paraffin candles is that it burns cleaner by producing little smoke and soot. They are also preferred to beeswax candles because of color and fragrance option. One can create soy candles in different types of fragrance and colors and that makes it even more appealing. Aromatherapy uses soy candles because of the fact that essential oils remain intact. Smoke and soot factor does not manage to corrupt the essential oils present in the soy wax candles.

Soy candles are fast replacing paraffin candles in home décor. They last much longer than paraffin candles. They also have a lower melting point. Soy candles are environment friendly as they are biodegradable. When burned, soy candles leave minimal impact on the quality of air. They can be easily grown and are considered nature friendly. Paraffin candles, on the other hand are made of petroleum, which is a nonrenewable fossil fuel and it has a negative impact on nature. Other factors favoring usage of soy candles are lower melting point and it’s burning at a cooler temperature than paraffin candles. This way, it burns slowly. It also helps in spreading essential oils while being used for aromatherapy.

In recent times, soy candles have witnessed greater sales numbers, thanks to the benefits it offers. As people are getting more environment conscious, it makes sense to use soy candles. They are not only effective and last longer but also relatively easy on pockets. Using soy candles is also a nice way to support the farmers and consequently, country’s economy. They are usually available at specialty candle shops or health food stores. One can also purchase them online.

Paraffin candles are known to be least expensive among all the candles. One of the oldest man-made types of candle wax, paraffin candles come in various melt points. Using additives, one can modify these candles in terms of luster, hardness, clarity and burn rate. However, not many candles are purely made of paraffin because of burning rate. Pure paraffin candles also do not hold up under warmer weather. To help the candle holding up in warmer weather, additives like vybar is used. Such additives help in increasing the burn time and strengthen the candle. Additives are commonly used by great many paraffin candles manufacturers.

Paraffin also has allergic elements so some people might have problems with it. If you are planning to make paraffin candles on your own, you are advised to know about different grades of paraffin. This will also include checking out candle wax quality and price range. Paraffin wax is quite easy to use and that makes it a perfect candidate for newbie candle crafters. Because of its low cost factor, it makes for a wonderful business opportunity. Paraffin wax is easily available at specialty stores. While buying paraffin wax, one should always inquire about the different paraffin grades and their melting points.

Paraffin wax is very soft in nature and is considered ideal for making container candles. But precisely because of its soft nature, many candle manufacturers do not use it. But its flexibility and texture definitely gives it an edge over other types of wax. The melting point of paraffin wax should be ideally below 130 degrees Fahrenheit. However, if the melting point is in the range of 145 to 150 Fahrenheit, it is considered perfect for making carved homemade candles and molded candles. These candles are hard in nature and hence, fit for mass consumption.

There is no denying the rapidly increasing popularity of fruit gel candles. They look very attractive and possess exceptional beauty. More and more people are going for fruit gel candles to decorate their interiors. In fact, fruit gel candles are being used in all sort of celebrations; whether its, party decorations, wedding decorations or baby shower decorations. They look very creative and are available in various shapes and colors. Fruit gel candles have very much managed to replace the traditional wax candles as people’s primary candle choice. They provide you with rich fragrances of delicious fruits. Fruit gel candles have an amazing visual appeal that soothes the senses.

If traditional candles are made from a specific type of opaque wax then fruit gel candles are made from a soft, transparent gel of plastic polymer and mineral oil. Gel candles are made in a glass container and can be embedded with other elements like glass miniature, glitter or wax fruit. Such embedded elements come in different shapes and sizes. Some of the popular shapes are goldfish, fruit slices, dolphins, candy corn, shells and peppermint candies etc. Truly speaking, fruit gel candles can transform the home décor. They can add a glamorous touch to the house. They can be used in different occasions and in different ways like centerpiece, elegant party favors etc.

You can find gel candle making kits to make fruit gel candles. Some of the common items in the kits are; double boiler, colors, glass jar, gel wax, fruit embeds, zinc core wicks, rubbing alcohol and essential oil with specific fruit fragrances. If you want to make your fruit gel candles even more fascinating, try using right embed.  You can add colors like green, yellow, red and orange to fruit gel candles. Making fruit gel candles on your own is all about enjoyment and excitement.

It is the nature of the candles to drip wax but how about candles that is dripless? Surely, that looks like a fascinating idea. Candles are a must-have addition to the interior décor and for sundry purposes but they can also create problems with their wax. That can spoil the carpet or furniture. Wax dripping candles can be a real messy affair to handle. That explains why people are going for dripless candles that do not drip wax if burned properly. Some of the common examples of dripless candles are cylindrical candles, pillar candles and slender taper ones. However, you must remember, all the taper candles are not dripless. Dripless candles are perfectly suitable for mantles, dinner tables and piano tops.

Without creating the usual wax mess, dripless candles can provide the touch of class to any room. If you are using a taper dripless candle, make sure to replace candles before it burns down completely. The reason is, if the candle burns down completely into the candle holder, it might create a waxy plug that is not really easy to get rid of. The best method of burning a dripless candle is by keeping it upright and straight. It should remain still while burning. Candle should not be allowed to lean sideways as it can result in dripping. Candles should not be placed near drafts as this will lead to uneven burning of the candle.

Dripless candles can be of two types of slender ones or thick pillar style dripless candles.

There are two basic ways to make a dripless candle. If you are planning to make a slender dripless candle, then use a thick wick which should be spongy enough to consume melting wax before it can drip. This results in burning of entire length of the candle leaving behind just a stub in the candleholder. In case of thick pillar-style dripless candles, two different kinds of wax are used, softer wax and harder wax. The softer wax is used for making the candle’s inner core whereas the outer shell of the candle is formed using the harder wax. That way, while the candle burns, the outer shell remains intact and the candle burns down the center.

Candles are of different types. They come in different shapes and sizes. But perhaps, the most common and widely used candles are taper candles that are tall and thin. Depending upon the height of the candle, they burn for varying lengths of time. Taper candles are also known as just tapers and are usually available in any candle store. Available in different colors and scents, almost every household likes to have few tapers in case of a power shortage. Making taper candles is no difficult task. There are plenty of ways to make beautiful taper candles.

The most traditional way of making candles is by dipping. That’s also the most common approach adopted by candle manufacturers. In this method, the wick is repeatedly dipped into a pot of wax. Sometimes, an extra long wick is dipped so that two candles can be made at once. Dipping allows one to have the option of changing colors. One can create a colorful array of layers in a single candle in this method. The most striking part about dipped candles is that they are very smooth.

Sheets of beeswax are also used for producing tapers. In this technique, wick is rolled around with beeswax. Beeswax tapers are celebrated for its scent that is very delicate and appealing. However, compared to conventional taper candles, beeswax candles are relatively more expensive. Taper candles are also made in molds because it allows having mass production. It is also possible to create any shape and design using molds. For instance, one can mold the tapers into star shape or ridge or any other unusual shapes. As far as waxes for tapers are concerned, the choice ranges from soy, paraffin to other cleaner burning waxes. Ideally, one should use candle holders for burning tapers or they run the risk of falling down or creating mess.

Floating candles are designed to float in water. They are one of the most popular candles. They look aesthetic and add certain charm to the interior décor. There are plenty of specialized floating candles store or you can also make them at home using block wax. The most striking aspect of floating candles is that they remain stable in the water while burning. Floating candles don’t tip or invert in water because of its oversized tops and small bottoms.  If you are planning to make floating candles yourself, all you need to do is to get hold of block wax, melt it and pour it into molds designed for floating candles.

Floating candles are ideally suited for decorative purposes. You can use them in different fascinating ways. It can be used at the dinner table wherein floating candles flicker in a large dish of water. If you love organizing outdoor pool parties then, floating candles can be scattered across the pool. That will surely create an exciting visual effect. It can also be added to water features in the garden or around the house. Floating candles are usually quite safe as they are mainly used in water surroundings so they carry very few safety risks. Compared to ordinary candles, floating candles not only give you more decorative ideas but also less safety hazards. After burning down, the candles eventually sink and extinguish themselves.

You have variety of wax colors choices that can be used for floating candles. White is the evergreen one but you should also check out dyed wax candles. Then, there are dipped candles which as they burn down, display a rainbow of colors. Scented candles are another choice. Usually, floating candles are very small, more in the mould of votive candles or tea light candles. They burn down within a few hours so make sure to refresh new ones as soon as candles go out.

Palm wax has always been considered as an eco-friendly wax. Along with soy wax, palm wax is regarded as ‘green’ wax. Because of this specific reason, people are quite fond of palm wax. As concerns about environment have become major issues all around the world, palm wax candles have become the hot favorites among the candle aficionados. These candles are virtually soot and smoke free. However, compared to soy wax candles, palm wax candles are still unknown. Soy wax candles have a strange odor to them which over the years have been managed to change into odorless candles, all thanks to new refining process. There is no such problem with palm wax candles.

Palm wax chandlers put in extra efforts to achieve maximum beauty in these candles. One can have a range of palm wax including, crystal patterns in vertical grains, tortoise shell, billowy feathers and frosty crystals designs. Palm wax is a natural alternative to soy wax and beeswax candles. The most striking qualities of palm wax candles are, color stability, excellent burning qualities and wonderful surface finish. They are a fantastic way of expressing your sense of style and beauty. Palm wax candles represent standard and quality.

A wide range of color combinations are made available by palm wax chandlers. The wide range of colors includes, rich deep tones, brilliant primaries to subtle light pastels that can be fitted into appropriate setting. The chandlers make sure to test all the color blocks and buttons before offering it to the customers. To attain maximum crystal design, aluminum molds are used with palm waxes. Other metal molds can also be tried but then it will require controlled cooling. One of the important features of palm waxes is that it can be used with most liquid candle scents. Compared to other candles, palm wax candles have high acid value so wicks are also given appropriate treatments.

One of the most common and fascinating types of candles are fragranced pillar candles. They are fantastic decorative pieces that can be used on dining room tables and on coffee tables or act as great centerpieces for mantles. These candles are very popular among the people with a thing for furnishings and interior decoration. Fragranced pillar candles come in all shapes and sizes. They can be decorated with flowers and bows. These candles are also easy to coordinate with any décor. You will also have plenty of choices as far as scents are concerned. You can use different fragranced pillar candles for every season of the year or for different occasions. Though, you also have the choice of going with plain white candles or colored candles.

Usually, people prefer to have fragranced pillar candles unless they have a scent allergy. Non-fragranced candles are evergreen candles as they also come in different shapes, sizes and colors but sans the scent. You can use fragranced jar candles in any occasion. If you have kept the candle in the jar, you will require to use a special candle lighter as once the candle burns down to a certain level it is not really easy to get your hands down in the jar and light it once again. However, in case of fragranced pillar candles, the wick is always exposed and that makes it easy to light. If you want to have more control on how the candle burns you can choose different types of wax.

If you want to use fragranced pillar candles for showpiece purpose only then go for heavily fragranced ones. One candle will be sufficient to spread a delightful scent throughout the room. Don’t keep fragranced pillar candles near the food. Go for soy wax or beeswax candles if you want a clean burning fragranced pillar candle.

Candles are of numerous types and that’s why the business of candle making is quite a lucrative one. It has come up a long way since the time candles were first invented. There are no limits to candle making. All you need is the required materials and ample dosage of creativity. You can do wonders with candles if you can implement even few ounces of creativity. For instance, let’s talk about cupcakes that not only look amazingly beautiful but will also confuse people who might take them as freshly baked, edible cupcakes. They look delicious and if you have added nuts and decoration then well, get ready for lots of compliments coming your way.

Let’s talk about materials needed to make the cupcakes candles.

Old crayons that should be chopped into pieces.

Candle making supplies like wicks, wax, boiler and dyes etc.

Whisk.

Paper muffin cups (2-3 for one candle).

Now that you have collected the required materials, start by placing 2-3 paper cups into each other for strength. To create a strong base, you will need to use muffin tray or individual muffin molds. You can also grease them lightly though it is not necessary. The second stage is of melting the wax. For the muffin base, use a mix a dark or earthy colored dye. You can experiment with any color. It’s all up to your creativity.  One can use brown color to generate the real cake effect.

Now bring the prepared molds into action by pouring melted wax into them. Wait for some time to allow it to set. If you are making cupcakes for show-piece then you can decide against having wick else now is the time to use them. You should also focus on the frosting process. Melt wax and use a soft color to dye it. There are numbers of colors you can choose from like blue, cream, brown, pink, peach, green or yellow. Allow your creative instincts to go wild with your color combinations. Use whisk to whip the thin skin formed over the melted wax. Finally, sprinkle pieces of old crayons and your beautiful cupcakes are ready.

Candles can be of several types. One such popular type is gel candles. Compared to wax candles, gel candles are gaining more popularity because of its additional features. It’s quite simple and easy to learn how to make gel candles. The biggest advantage of gel is that it is very clear and if you decide to use decorative items in gel, all the items will be visible. You can use decorative items like coins, glitter, marbles, lovely stones, beads etc. If you are aware of making wax candles, you can also make gel candles because both have similar procedure with a slight difference.

Oil is the main element used in making gel candles. In fact, most of the candles are made using oil. Resin powder is added to the mineral oil to make gel candles. Like wax candle, gel is also heated up to the melting point. It could be about 200 degrees F after which the gel turns into a thick syrupy substance. This substance is not easy to work with and demands more expertise. Then, gel is poured into a candle container. This process is done very carefully as there are chances of bubble being formed in the candle. Unlike candle wax where a double boiler is used for melting, in case of gel candles, a multi-cooker made of metal with a non-stick coating, is used. A chemical fire extinguisher should always be at your disposal as gel can easily catch fire.

The stirring function is performed with a hard plastic or metal stick. Once the gel is heated to the desired temperature, one can add scent and coloring depending upon his preferences. A tiny amount of liquid candle dyes should be added in order to allow the gel to remain clear. The last step is of leaving it as it is for a few hours to cool and you have your gel candles ready.