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Why Your Candle Smells Weak (And How to Fix It!)
There’s nothing more disappointing than spending hours on a batch of candles, only to burn them and discover that they barely smell. There are 4 things I always do to make candles that smell amazing…
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Best Candle Wax for Beginners
If you’ve ever Googled “best candle wax” and immediately felt overwhelmed… you’re not alone. Candle making is one of those hobbies that looks simple from the outside: jar plus wax plus wick = candle, right?…
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DIY Strawberry Candle
This strawberry candle is one of the easiest projects you can start with if you’re new to candle making (or just want a quick, satisfying DIY). It’s beginner-friendly and budget-friendly. You only need a few…
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A 2026 Candle Trend Wish List
There are four candle trends that I’d love to see more of in 2026: more discovery sets, imaginative scents, vessels actually worth reusing, and coconut wax blends (hopefully) showing up in mainstream brands. These are…
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5 Ways to Make Candles Smell Stronger
If you’re tired of making weak candles, this post is for you. This isn’t just about dumping in more fragrance oil and hoping for the best. There are five really simple things that you can…
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How To Make Taper Candles
I make candles in all kinds of interesting shapes, but tapers are my favorite. I can’t believe it’s taken me this long to create a taper candle tutorial, but today’s the day. This guide focuses…
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2025 Trader Joe’s Candle Advent Calendar!
I finally got my hands on this year’s Trader Joe’s candle advent calendar and wow, I have thoughts. Spoiler alert: it’s better than last year’s! The 2025 collection matches each scent to a month of…
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Why Every Candle Maker Needs a Heat Gun
If you make candles, there’s one inexpensive tool that can save you from a lot of frustration and it costs less than $25. A heat gun can fix some of the most annoying candle making…
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Lanterne Candles
The glow from the porcelain jars in Lanterne’s candle line makes every burn feel so cozy. It’s a step up from the typical glass candle jar. I like the scents and I love the vessels….
