This is an article explaining the basic concepts of candle making for those of you that want to try your hand. Candles have been around for centuries, with remains of candles from the days of our early ancestors found in caves in Europe. It is believed that these early incarnations of candles were made from animal not vegetable fats. Egyptians used beeswax dripped on to leaf stems in ancient times.
Candle making has been around for a long time, and they were necessary means of lighting back in the days, however with the advent of the industrial age, gas and then electric lights, candles and candle making have become more of a hobby or a leisure activity,
People use candles for decoration now, more than for lighting. Scented candles make our homes smell nice, some people even burn candles during the day.
Alhough more of a fun arts and crafts activity for some, candle making can turn into a very profitable business for others. It is an opportunity to create some fantastic designs, experiment with different scents and perfumes that help to soothe and relax us in our homes.
Candle making involves getting the supplies you need. You can use parrafin wax, beeswax or even soy wax to make you candles. You will need a wick, which is usually made from cotton and braided to the width that you need. The size of the flame is dependent on the size of the wick so remember this when designing your candle.
If you are using scents, or dyes, you will need to get these all in place before you start. You will need a mold, thermometer and a melting pot and that should be all the kit that you need.
