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The Soothing Effects of Aromatherapy Candles

The ancient Egyptians first used the power of scent to heal over 3,500 years ago. They would burn fragrant woods and herbs, believing the smoke rising into the air would carry with it their hopes and prayers to be answered by the ancient gods.

Today, the use of aroma to heal is deeply entrenched in the [...]

30Sep2008 | writer | 0 comments | Continued
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Candles as Gifts: Spreading the Light

Long before I began making candles of my own, I was famous among friends and family for giving away candles as gifts. It became something of a running joke, but I honestly felt – and still do – that candles make the most wonderful gifts because of their simple elegance, usefulness, and uniqueness.
 
Today, I am [...]

30Sep2008 | writer | 0 comments | Continued
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Gel Candles Demystified

Before I say anything else, I have to tell you that gel candles are invariably better looking than traditional wax candles. That is not surprising, considering the fact that their unique nature means that gel candles need not be completely solid in appearance. So they can be translucent and multi-colored, and offer ample scope for [...]

30Sep2008 | writer | 0 comments | Continued
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Candle Holders: Problem of Plenty

Recently, a friend brought me a pair of really wonderful Celtic-themed metal candleholders from Wales, where she had gone on holiday. On a trip to Los Angeles, however, I spotted candleholders that looked almost exactly the same at a fairly obscure candle supplies store, so evidently Celtic themes candleholders are obviously quite common in the [...]

15Sep2008 | writer | 0 comments | Continued
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Soy Candles

A Candle Made of Soybean Oil?
Yes you read that right! Soy candles are made from hydrogenated soybean oil which is called soybean wax. They are easy to make, and a lot of people find soy candle making a great hobby. They are made by using different dyes and fragrances to create the perfect candle, and [...]

11Sep2008 | writer | 0 comments | Continued
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