If you love an all-natural golden glow, learning how to make soy candles should be on your to-do list. Soy candles don’t give off soot, last longer than candles made from animal products, and burn in ...

I still remember the first candle I ever made. It was a cozy fall afternoon, and I had gathered everything I thought I needed: a little jar, some beeswax, a few drops of essential oil, and a wick that ...

You’ve been searching everywhere for those heavenly scented soy candles you found in a specialty shop — but have yet to find them. Did you know you can use your favorite scents and make your own?

The Standard's journalism is supported by our readers. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. What are we on this planet for if not to enjoy the little ...

As the days get shorter and colder and the nights grow long, people tend to want to make their homes feel cozier. One of the quickest ways to do so is with candles, so now is the perfect time to ...

The following is an excerpt from Candlemaking the Natural Way: 31 Projects Made with Soy, Palm and Beeswax by Rebecca Ittner (Lark Crafts, 2010). The excerpt is from Chapter 6: Upcycled Candles. I ...

The art of creating candles is highly esteemed and incorporates various types of wax and techniques to create an array of candles. Selecting the most suitable wax type for specific candle-making ...

If you’ve gone shopping for candles recently, no doubt you’ve come across ones made from soy wax. Many manufacturers tout soy as a natural alternative to paraffin, the byproduct of refined petroleum ...