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If you’re struggling to get to sleep and need help winding down at the of the day, try scented candles. Candles are pretty relaxing anyway, let’s be honest, but there are certain scents that can help you fall asleep more quickly and get the best night’s sleep possible… Lighting a candle or two before bed…
Can you think of anything more relaxing or mesmerizing than an infinite number of candles, twinkling off into the distance, as far as the eye can see? Sometimes, it seems like I have candles tucked into every spare nook and cranny of my home, but I’m always happy to find room for more. I’d definitely…
Today we have some exciting tutorials to share with you! Also check out: 14 Best Candles To Burn This Fall 2021 Fall is here and with it often comes more time indoors. What better way to spend that time than by doing some fun crafts? Candle crafts can seem quite intimidating to those who have never…
The use of candles for home decorating is a relatively new concept, but it comes from an old tradition of using fire for both heat and lighting. Candles were carried through dark tunnels, hung on the walls, and set on tabletops during evening discussions. Some people even used them to tell time. Nails were inserted…
Whether you’re a novice candle maker, or an amateur just starting to experiment—understanding the importance of the candle wick is critical to creating a well-crafted, well burning candle. For some candle enthusiasts, this might be one of the biggest challenges that they encounter, but once you get this down pat you’ll be guaranteed of…
“The act of smelling something, anything, is remarkably like the act of thinking. Immediately at the moment of perception, you can feel the mind going to work, sending the odor around from place to place, setting off complex repertories through the brain, polling one center after another for signs of recognition, for old memories and…
I LOVE shopping online. At the tips of your fingers you pretty much have the worlds largest shopping mall. I already use it as my primary source for finding new candles to burn, but the number of other things which you can find are limitless. One of my other favorite things to browse for online…
What Is Candle Tunneling? If you love candles as much as I do, you don’t want to waste a single drop of wax. When the flame begins to drop below the top-level of wax, leaving a dry, hard ring that just won’t melt, it’s called candle tunneling. Novice candle fans might even think that’s just…
I didn’t have much desire to make my own candles for the longest time. I was perfectly content with buying my favorite candles over and over because they did the job. I enjoyed them, and I figured that there was no reason to even attempt making my own candles when the experts seemed to have…
Do you have a special occasion coming up that you can’t seem to find the right gift for? You might just be in luck. We just recently checked out a few items from a company called Pavilion Gift that has some great stuff for pretty much any occasion. Being that we are candle lovers, a…
Is there anything like a summer evening? There is just something that adds an extra ingredient of togetherness, when you are entertaining outside or having a romantic dinner; candles, I think, are that all important element for creating that kind of atmosphere and feeling. Their light draws a little circle around us that focuses our…
I live for the summer and eating outside on summer nights. The only thing that can dampen my enthusiasm is those pesky bugs. I am one of those unlucky people who puff up like a balloon when they get me, and somehow I think the bugs know it! I’m not fond of the idea of…
Choosing a bathroom candle isn’t just about scent—it’s about purpose. Whether you aim to neutralize odors or create an aromatherapy sanctuary, our guide helps you find the perfect candle.
Looking for the best wax for candle making? It’s not as simple as it might seem. Different candle waxes can make your candles smell, burn, and look unique, turning an ordinary candle into something extraordinary. Whether you’re an expert or just starting out, understanding the various types is key to finding that perfect wax. In…
Here at Candle Junkies, we love the creative opportunities that candles can give us almost as much as the wonderful scents. Today I’m going to share 8 awesome mason jar candle ideas to get those creative juices flowing, and inspire you to get those DIY candle ideas rolling! These are just eight of numerous ways…