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Who Invented Candles

Have you ever wondered who invented candles? Did you know the history of candle making shaped how we use modern candles in our homes? Candles are a...

Dancing Wicks

"Youth must be wanton, youth must be quick, Dance to the candle while lasteth the wick." -from Tennessee Williams In Tennessee Williams’ comedy-d...

How To Clean Up Candle Mishaps

You're having a perfect romantic evening. The lights are dimmed. The fragrant candles are glowing. The perfect wine is poured. The Pinterest-worthy...

How To Properly Burn A Candle

Candles provide warmth. They give light. They produce a sweet scent. Candles can be a beautiful focal point in your home, giving your home design a...

Candle Trends for 2022 Part 1

Soy and organic candles Though "clean" candles are nothing new, the candle community brings them back into the conversation. While many great candl...

Candle Trends for 2022 Part 2

Trending candle scents In addition to popular and best-selling candles, we can't forget the candle scent trends, which is why many of us purchase c...

What's better - soy candles or paraffin wax candles? Part 1

Today, candle consumers are more conscious of their candle's environmental impact. While a great mentality and positive trend, sometimes, using 'gr...

What's better - soy candles or paraffin wax candles? Part 2

Soy wax misconceptions vs. paraffin wax Here are some interesting facts about candle wax and a few of the most common misconceptions about soy wax ...

What's better - soy candles or paraffin wax candles? Part 3

Misconception: Soy wax is better for our general health and health conditions There are dozens of sources online arguing that paraffin wax releases...