Candles

Learn about the different types of molds that can be used in candle making in this free instructional video clip.

Expert: Matt Freedman
Contact: www.bluecreekcandle.com
Bio: Matt is the owner of the Blue Creek Candle Company, based in Steep Falls, Maine.
Filmmaker: JASON FREEDMAN

Duration : 0:3:8

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I’ve read that beeswax candles burn cleaner and longer, but that soy candles are even better. Thanks!
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Sorry, I meant that both soy and beeswax burns longer and much cleaner than the common paraffin candle. I’m filming someone blowing out birthday candles and I want the least amount of smoke possible.

My use aside, paraffin candles give off toxic fumes, sometimes traces of lead and cadmium. And apparently tallow candles (made from animal fat) are still being sold at places like IKEA.

The only place that I could find that had soy birthday candles online is the link below. The link has both soy and beeswax candles.

Maybe if you asked at a local health food store they could help you to get them or know where to get them local as I am thinking that you would want them rather quickly and not want to wait for them to be shipped.

I got an email from this company about their network marketing plan for selling soy candles. I have had some success in the network marketing field in the past and know that with effort, it CAN be a profitable business but I am not familiar with this particular company and would like more info from anyone in the know about them.

Not familiar with this company, but I use soy candles from another company and prefer them over wax based ones because the do not produce as much soot (and not lead in the wicks). So, this companies products, which might be very good, do not appear to be very unique. Unfortunately, selling them as a network marketing business would seem to need a huge volume of customers and business builders to be successful. Soy candles last longer than wax and I buy perhaps two or three a year, at most (and I like candles). However, if you’ve been successful at network marketing, then you know that it can be done with a good marketing plan that brings prospects to you and maximized your time (as opposed to bugging your friends and family to death).

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Lend enticing aromas and a touch of country charm to your home. Complete with a woven basket, gingham check liner, candle warmer, and five deliciously fragrant candles, this set is all you need for sweet-smelling presentation.

Duration : 0:3:47

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I use good soy wax chips and oil, follow all directions…but they just dont throw any scent. When they cool after being poured and i light them sometimes there are holes in the candle? Whats that about? Please help i thought this would be a fun activity for me and the family. Didnt think it would be so hard.

It is not easy to make a good candle, especially from soy. It often doesn’t give off a good scent throw. Some candle makers who want to have a "green" clean-burning candle have switched to vegetable wax blends including palm, coconut or other plant-based waxes.

Learn the steps of making a soy candle, including a basic candle making recipe in this free instructional video clip.

Expert: Matt Freedman
Contact: www.bluecreekcandle.com
Bio: Matt is the owner of the Blue Creek Candle Company, based in Steep Falls, Maine.
Filmmaker: JASON FREEDMAN

Duration : 0:2:32

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Can I use soy candles for skateboarding(waxing ledges,curbs,etc)? I just ordered some and was wondering if they’d work like ‘regular’ candles.

yes anything thats made from oil or fats that are hardened should work. i usually used soap as my wax, but its a mess once it starts raining!

How much would the average person pay for a soy candle…I heard they burn clean and smell better…but they are too pricey

They are a bit more expensive than other candles, but DO burn cleaner and last much longer. They burn more evenly and burn all the way down – unlike many other types of candles. I don’t know that the smell is any better than other candles, but if you enjoy candles, I think the price is worth it.

Learn how to add natural scents to Soy Candles with expert craft tips for making environmentally friendly, handmade soy candles.

Expert: Gretchen Soares
Contact: www.butterfly-boutique.org
Bio: Gretchen Soares is the co-owner of Bufferfly Boutique, which specializes in soft goods such as quilts, clothing and wearable art.
Filmmaker: Patrick Eaves

Duration : 0:1:1

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My boyfriend is allergic to soy, dairy, wheat, eggs, and nuts. I have several soy candles but I don’t want to light them if he might have a reaction. Is it likely that he could have one?

I would say.