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Scented Candle Making Tips
So you want to learn the art of scented candle making. I don’t blame you! There is nothing like the sweet smell of a scented candle. Whether it is burning and flickering with light or has just been extinguished, the smell is wonderful. Once a room is filled with the beautiful fragrance of a candle it changes the entire atmosphere.
A wonderfully sensational fragrance has the ability to change your mood as well. It has a calming effect, with the ability to reduce your stress level.
Some fragrances will even make you feel energized. There is nothing like returning home from a long day at work to the smell of fragrance coming from your candle. It is even more satisfying if it is a candle that you made yourself!
If you want your home-made creations to have that effect on you as well as others, then you’ll have to check out the range of fragrances available to you.
Candle fragrances come in several forms: liquid, natural herbs, and solid wax perfume chips. But that’s only the start of your choices. You have nearly an endless array of fragrances from which to choose. Just do a quick search on the internet to see what’s available to you. Scents vary from summer rain to Amish harvest to candied apples.
With the choices available you will be able to make the most inspiring candles! Here are a couple of tips to keep in mind with your scented candle making.
1. Wait until you’re just about ready to pour your melted wax into the pouring pot before adding your scent.
This act keeps evaporation to a minimum. In this way, you can actually use less fragrance and enjoy it more!
2. Don’t add too much scent.
It’s a common mistake — especially for those of us who are new to scented candle making. I know I certainly made this mistake (several times over!) when I began making candles. Adding too much fragrance may cause mottling or pitting to the candle wax itself. Not only does this detract from the attractiveness of your candle, but it also makes it harder to remove your candle from the mold.
Scented candle making is very satisfying. A beautiful candle is a thing to behold. But when you add a wonderful fragrance it is transformed into something out of this world!
About the Author
Pat McTigue is a candle making enthusiast. For great information on
scented candle making, visit http://candlemakingsuccessplan.com/.
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