The Candlemaker's Companion: A Complete Guide to Rolling, Pouring, Dipping, and Decorating Your Own Candles

Enjoy some homemade glow. From wax to wick to wrapping, The Candlemaker's Companion is a definitive guide to modern candle making. Learn how to create rolled, poured, molded, and dipped candles; play with your favorite scents and colors; and use specialty techniques to design glowing luminaria, candle holders, and other gorgeous accessories. With illustrated directions, complete source lists, and plenty of practical advice, Betty Oppenheimer invites even the beginner candlemaker to get in on the action. Fill your house with the warm light and enticing fragrances that only candles can bring.

Table of Contents:

Acknowledgments

A Plea from the Author

Introduction

Chapter 1: The History and Language of Candles

Chapter 2: Wick

Chapter 3: Wax and Additives

Chapter 4: Color and Scent

Chapter 5: Equipment

Chapter 6: Rolled Candles and Sheet Wax

Chapter 7: Poured Candles

Chapter 8: Casting and Moldmaking

Chapter 9: Dipped Candles

Chapter 10: Troubleshooting

Chapter 11: Decorating

Chapter 12: Candleholders and Related Items

Chapter 13: Wrapping, Storage, and Repair

Chapter 14: Moving into Production

Suppliers

Reading List

Index

Paperback. 208 pages