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Expertise
I can answer all questions pertaining to wax candles. I have made candles for the last 30 years. I have experience in soy wax and paraffin container candles as well as votive candles. For any questions that I may not have an answer to, I am happy to research it for you
Experience in the area
I have over 30 years of candlemaking experience. I have owned my own candle production company for the last 7 years. I sell my candles on the arts and crafts show circut, but also have them available in 7 retail stores across the state.
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Recent Answers from Neecie
2012-04-16 candle making:
Hello, Not just any scented oil can be used in candlemaking. You must use oils that are specifically made just for candlemaking. If you do not, you can run the risk of flash fires, your candle not
2012-01-15 candle pricing:
Hello, In order to figure out what you should charge for your candles, you would just take your costs and multiply by 3. That is the general rule of thumb when pricing things out. Don't forget about
2012-01-04 Can you use thread to make a wick for a paraffin candle?:
Hello, Oh, you've really brought up some good memories for me. I remember making my first candles out of some old wax and having a shoelace for a wick. Wow, have I learned a lot since the early 70's!
2011-11-23 Wick in the candle:
Hello Elizabeth, All the components that make up a candle must all work together in order for it burn properly. The wicks that you can buy in stores aren't always the best and they are perhaps only
2011-09-30 candles:
There are a couple of ways to make your candles shiny and glossy. One is using an over dip. This dipping gloss can be used by dipping your candle into it or by brushing the gloss onto the candle. You
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