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 ...

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 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 ...

Essential oils are a popular part of holistic aromatherapy and can be found in cosmetics, candles and other natural products. There are nearly 100 types of essential oils, each with its own scent and ...