
The Art Of Candle Making: Create Beautiful And Unique Candles At Home
Lisa Cuevas
This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.
Creating beautiful and unique candles at home can be a rewarding and therapeutic hobby. With "The Art of Candle Making," you will discover the joy of crafting candles that not only illuminate your space but also reflect your personal style. This book provides a comprehensive guide to mastering the art of candle making, suitable for beginners and experienced crafters alike. Candle making is an ancient craft that has evolved over centuries. This book covers the fundamentals, from selecting the right materials to understanding the different types of waxes and wicks. Detailed instructions and illustrations ensure that you can follow along easily, whether you are making your first candle or experimenting with advanced techniques. The process is broken down into manageable steps, allowing you to learn at your own pace and gain confidence with each project. One of the common challenges in candle making is achieving the perfect burn and scent throw. This book addresses these issues head-on, offering practical solutions and tips to overcome common problems. You will learn how to troubleshoot issues such as wax tunneling, uneven surfaces, and poor scent diffusion.
Duration - 1h 32m.
Author - Lisa Cuevas.
Narrator - Digital Voice Maxwell G.
Published Date - Sunday, 12 January 2025.
Copyright - © 2025 Karen L McMurray ©.
Location:
United States
Description:
This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice. Creating beautiful and unique candles at home can be a rewarding and therapeutic hobby. With "The Art of Candle Making," you will discover the joy of crafting candles that not only illuminate your space but also reflect your personal style. This book provides a comprehensive guide to mastering the art of candle making, suitable for beginners and experienced crafters alike. Candle making is an ancient craft that has evolved over centuries. This book covers the fundamentals, from selecting the right materials to understanding the different types of waxes and wicks. Detailed instructions and illustrations ensure that you can follow along easily, whether you are making your first candle or experimenting with advanced techniques. The process is broken down into manageable steps, allowing you to learn at your own pace and gain confidence with each project. One of the common challenges in candle making is achieving the perfect burn and scent throw. This book addresses these issues head-on, offering practical solutions and tips to overcome common problems. You will learn how to troubleshoot issues such as wax tunneling, uneven surfaces, and poor scent diffusion. Duration - 1h 32m. Author - Lisa Cuevas. Narrator - Digital Voice Maxwell G. Published Date - Sunday, 12 January 2025. Copyright - © 2025 Karen L McMurray ©.
Language:
English
Chapter 1: Introduction to Candle Making 3
Duration:00:00:04
History of Candle Making 3
Duration:00:01:48
Types of Candles 4
Duration:00:03:50
Benefits of Homemade Candles 6
Duration:00:03:15
Chapter 2: Materials and Tools 9
Duration:00:00:04
Essential Materials 9
Duration:00:03:23
Tools and Equipment 12
Duration:00:02:31
Safety Precautions 14
Duration:00:03:42
Chapter 3: Understanding Wax 17
Duration:00:00:04
Types of Wax 17
Duration:00:02:17
Wax Properties and Characteristics 18
Duration:00:02:13
How to Choose the Right Wax 20
Duration:00:03:04
Chapter 4: Choosing the Right Wicks 23
Duration:00:00:04
Types of Wicks 23
Duration:00:01:36
Wick Sizing and Selection 24
Duration:00:03:49
Wick Placement 26
Duration:00:02:34
Chapter 5: Adding Color to Candles 29
Duration:00:00:04
Types of Candle Dyes 29
Duration:00:03:26
Techniques for Adding Color 31
Duration:00:02:43
Tips for Achieving Desired Hues 33
Duration:00:02:32
Chapter 6: Scenting Your Candles 35
Duration:00:00:04
Types of Fragrances 35
Duration:00:02:45
Techniques for Adding Scents 37
Duration:00:03:28
Blending Fragrances 39
Duration:00:02:16
Chapter 7: Creative Candle Molds 41
Duration:00:00:04
Types of Molds 41
Duration:00:02:20
Mold Preparation and Care 43
Duration:00:02:22
Creative Mold Alternatives 44
Duration:00:02:58
Chapter 8: Advanced Candle Making Techniques 47
Duration:00:00:04
Layered Candles 47
Duration:00:02:36
Swirled Candles 49
Duration:00:02:09
Embedded Object Candles 50
Duration:00:01:49
Chapter 9: Decorating and Finishing Touches 52
Duration:00:00:05
Adding Decorative Elements 52
Duration:00:02:39
Painting and Stenciling 54
Duration:00:01:31
Packaging and Presentation 54
Duration:00:02:07
Chapter 10: Troubleshooting Common Issues 56
Duration:00:00:04
Common Candle Making Problems 56
Duration:00:05:42
Solutions and Preventative Measures 60
Duration:00:02:46
Quality Control 62
Duration:00:03:27
Chapter 11: Candle Making Projects 65
Duration:00:00:04
Beginner Projects 65
Duration:00:01:42
Intermediate Projects 66
Duration:00:03:43
Advanced Projects 68
Duration:00:03:01