Kristy's hands holding a homemade botanical candle with a glowing wood wick.

Simple Candle Making

The Art Of Cozy Light

There is something to be said for the simple comfort of candlelight.

Here, I’ve stripped away the complexity of candle making to focus on what matters: natural waxes, clean scents, and the ritual of the pour. From your first soy candle to custom scent-blending, consider this your guide to lighting up your sanctuary.

Creating Handmade Candles

becoming a candle maker

Creative Candles Made Simple

If you’ve made candles before without success or always wanted to, it’s time you became the candle maker you’ve longed to be. I’m here to help you every step of the way, with 100+ pages to learn the art of candle making, refining and evolving your skills with each finished project!

Printable Candle Making Guide to Colored Candles

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Candle Maker Starter Kit

Dive right into candle making with over 75+ supplies, including waxes, fragrances, vessels, and wicks to make up to 24 candles.

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Love Candles?

Here’s How to Find the Right Scent

This easy candle scent quiz walks you through fragrance families and helps you pinpoint your personal scent profile—so every candle you light feels just right.

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