To calculate a reasonable estimate of how much wax is required for a candle, simply enter the diameter and height of the candle you are making. Use decimals if needed. [insert_php] while(list($k,$v)=each($_POST)){ $$k=$v; //Yes, that’s two dollar signs } echo…

…a gas stove, will ignite wax vapors. 5. Always use a thermometer to monitor your wax temperatures. If you don’t have a thermometer, put it on your list of things to get before you start making candles.   Double Boiler…

…time to go looking for stuff? ok here is my list of tools: Wooden Spoon Glass pyrex measuring cup Digital scale Mold (mini-loaf pan from wal-mart) Rubber gloves (wal-mart) Face mask (wa-lmart) Crockpot (has low & high setting) Hand blender…

A helpful list of colors that match popular fragrances.   Fragrance Name Suggested Color Almond Pastries Light Brown or Ivory Amish Harvest Coffee/Brown, Cinnamon Red, or Rust and Brown at 2:1 Apple Blossom Pale Pink or Mauve Apple Jack &…

A list of fragrances you can create by mixing other fragrance oils. Contributed by visitors of candletech.com   Scent Mixing Ideas contributed by the visitors of candletech.com Suggested Scent Name Mix These Items Afternoon Breeze 1part: Lavender, 1part: Vanilla, and…

…scents in different waxes, or the same scents with the same waxes and with different additives, and the list of variables can go on and on with no mercy on the candle maker. You know you can trust your nose…