Gel wax candles have become increasingly popular over the last several years. Gel wax is produced from mineral oil a hydrocarbon.

Natural waxes such as soy, are derived from renewable organic sources such as: plants, insects or animals. They have become a very popular candle making alternative to the professional candle maker and hobbyist over the last 10 years.

This series of articles on wax will continue to explain the various waxes used in candle making without preference for one over another. Soy wax is made from soybean oil and can contain other ingredients.

Candle waxes have been developed from a variety of fats, oils and wax like substances made from animals, insects and plants. Wax is considered to be a generic term for classifying materials that have these characteristics: Solid at room temperature; liquid at higher temperatures

What is a candle? Chandler - a manufacturer of candles. As a fellow candle maker I feel it is necessary to define what a candle is. As you know from the article, "History of Candles."

Melting your wax is simple, but there are safety factors to consider when making candles. If you follow some safety precautions, you can avoid any hazards that exist in your candle-making ventures.

How to make Gel candles is very easy and fun to do. It´s something I have not covered much of since I truly enjoy working with wax candles. A gel candle is a nice change of pace and can add a different touch to any room. The appeal of making gel candles is the transparency of the gel.

Hand dipped candles or tapered candles is easy and fun to make. They were the first candles to be used for providing daily lighting. Of course we no longer have to use tallow and reeds with the advent of paraffin and wicks. So, let´s get started and gather our materials.

Mixing your own scent blends is something that is fun and easy to do. It just takes a little knowledge, patience and experimentation. This is a great way to control the type of scented candle that you produce for a desired effect.

Here is a project that can rejuvenate or add character to some of those old candles you have milling about the home. From time to time we all have candles that we would like to add some accents to, whether it be for fun or to compliment the d�cor of a certain room it is to be placed in.