We all know that the fragrance of a burning candle can soothe the soul, inspire the mind, and create a warm and inviting home environment. Many times though, burning a candle is not really an option. For example children and pets can cause safety issues, and quite frankly, some of us forget to blow out the candles once the are lit, another safety issue. Plus, most of us want to enjoy the fragrance right when we come home after a long day at work. Sometimes it may take up to an hour for the fragrance of a candle to permeate the entire home.

If any of these describe your situation a Tart Warmer or Wax Melter will solve your problem and help you create that great smelling home you’ve always wanted, safely 24 hours a day 7 days a week.

Here are some great tips for using your Candle Warmer or Wax Melter.

Choosing the right Melter/Warmer: There are so many tart warmers, candle warmers, and wax melters available it is sometimes hard to choose. My favorite tart and candle warmer will melt wax pieces, chips, and tarts as well as votive candles and small jar candles. Sometimes all you need is the simple tart warmer that will melt just the right amount of wax chips, pieces and tarts. Both options will add great fragrance to your room or entire house.

Location: First things first, you will probably want to leave your tart warmer on all the time so pick a location in your home that could use a night light such as the kitchen. It is also a good idea to keep it on a high counter if you have children or pets so they aren’t tempted by the melting wax.

Changing the Wax: Just because there is still melted wax in your warmer doesn’t necessarily mean that the fragrance is still there. The scented oil from the wax will eventually dissipate from the wax so it is important to keep the wax fresh. Every few days it is a good idea to change the wax. There are two ways to change the wax. The easiest is to turn off your warmer and let the wax cool. Once the wax is cool it should pop out of the warming plate, if it doesn’t just stick it in the freezer for a few minutes and it will shrink enough to pop out easily. The second and quickest way to change the wax is to just pour it into a disposable, heat resistant cup or bag. Warning this option can get messy; be sure the wax won’t melt your cup or bag.

Choosing the right wax: As you know, there are all sorts of wax for your warmer. From scented wax snowballs to wax crumbles, and wax chips, all are great in your warmer. The main thing when selecting wax for your warmer is to make sure you use an appropriate amount of wax for your particular warmer. Remember that when the wax melts it acts like a liquid and if you over fill your warmer the wax may overflow the warming plate and make a mess. Just use common sense when filling your warming plate.

Bonus Tip: Many people become used to the fragrance after a couple of days in their warmer. To get the most out of your wax and your warmer find two or three fragrances that you like and alternate between them so you and your house guests will always enjoy a great fragrance.

Bonus Tip # 2: Another great thing to use your warmer for is to get the most out of your candles. When your candles burn down to that last little bit that won’t burn anymore just cut up the wax and use it in your warmer or melter! Enjoy!

Combining these tips along with your wax melter or tart warmer will help provide your home with a wonderful fragrance all the time.

By: Bobby Valentine

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Bobby Valentine is one of the longtime shopkeepers of Hearts and Flowers Primitives in Cleveland, GA. North Georgia’s original primitive gift and home accessories store. Bobby has spent years selling some of the highest quality candles, artificial flowers, and primitive accessories. After obtaining an MBA from Georgia State University he came home to the family business. More about Bobby, his family, and his store can be found at www.heartsandflowersprimitives.com.

If you are just starting to learn about candle making, making a gel candle is really the easiest way to start. There are just a few things you need to consider first, such as what kind of container you want to use, whether you want to add color to your gel, and how to prevent bubbles from forming in your candle.

You purchase gel in a solid state, mostly. The trickiest part may be getting the gel out of the container you bought it in. However, once you remove the first few crumbs, the rest of the gel usually comes out rather easily, although it’s usually in one large piece.

Prepare Your Containers

Wash and dry your containers well before using. Soap residue, oils and glue from stickers can all interact with your gel and cause unpleasant side effects. You can use almost any glass container for a candle. I’ve done some really interesting candles with glass I’ve picked up at the dollar store.

Melting the gel

It’s very important you pay attention to the gel as it begins to melt because the gel can reach its flash point (the point at which it bursts into flames) very rapidly and sometimes unexpectedly. It’s important to check the manufacturers instructions to verify the flash point of the gel you have purchased. I always use a thermometer to gauge the temperature of the gel. You just have to be careful the thermometer isn’t touching the side of the pan. Under no circumstances should you try to melt the gel in a microwave, it doesn’t work and it’s dangerous. Be careful when waiting for the gel is melt, because an accidental splash while stirring, could result in a serious burn.

Adding Color

After the gel has completely melted you can add your choice of color. If you are using solid dye, a small grater can be a big help in adding the dye. A good way to check the color is to place a spoonful of the tinted gel on a sheet of heavy white paper. As the gel on the paper cools, check to see if the color is what you wanted. If the color appears too dark, simply dilute it by melting more clear gel in your pan. If the color is too light, simply add a little more dye.

Choosing the Right Wick

The length of the wick, of course, is determined by the height of the candle container. You can find a great selection of wicks at any craft store. For gel candles, you shouldn’t use paper wicks. Wax-coated wicks are stiff and easier to handle. Tabbed wicks are good because they provide you with an easy way to anchor the wick in the bottom of the candle container. This is probably the easiest wick to use.

Positioning the Wick

If you don’t care if there are a few bubbles in your candle, you can hot-glue a tabbed wick to the bottom of the container. Then just pour the melted gel around the wick. The gel will react with the glue and this will cause some bubbling in your candle. Since most of the candles I make now are for my personal use and enjoyment, this is the method I use. And, since the bubbles reflect the candles glow, this is not a problem for me.

However, if you are making candles to sell or for gift-giving and don’t want bubbles, you can pour the gel first and then while it is cooling, but still soft, position the wick. To do this, first you will need to dip the wick in some melted gel and let it cool. Gently run your fingers down the wick to remove only the excess gel. Roll the top of the wick around a pencil or wooden dowel and position it over the container and position the wick in the center of the candle. When the candle has cooled and set up, cut the wick to no longer than 1/4 inch.

Finished Product

Now wasn’t that easy. Gel candles are not only easy to make their colors are vibrant and you can match just about any color scheme in your home.

By: LeAnne Moreland

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LeAnne Moreland is an avid crafter who enjoys making candles.
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Candles make great gifts that will be appreciated for their beauty, exquisite scents and wonderful illumination. These gifts keep on giving great seasonal scents and aromas by filling the home with sweet smells of everything from Pumpkin Spice to Mouthwatering Merlot. Nothing says “Happy Holidays” better than soft candlelight and the wonderful, warm scent of vanilla. Whether you give them to family members, friends, or as business gifts, they should always be fine presents that add to the holiday.

There are so many different kinds of candles available that you can truly find something for everyone. Here are some ideas:

* The Pillsbury Doughboy Waffle Candle makes a great Christmas gift or the perfect Christmas decoration for the table. There’s no need to wait for breakfast to enjoy the scrumptious scent of homemade waffles.

* Whether your gift recipient faces the stress of being a full-time mom or juggling home life with a career, she’ll definitely appreciate aromatherapy candles. The best aromatherapy candles use essential oils from plants that have calming and soothing properties. These candles often have names like Meditation, Tranquility, or Inner Peace in scents of lavender, sandlewood or warm vanilla.Giving aromatherapy candles also gives permission for your recipient to take time for herself and encourages relaxation and healing.

* Whether the person on your gift list is a world-weary business traveler or an adventure traveler, travel candles make a wonderful gift. Travel candles typically come in small tins that can be easily tucked into a suitcase, a backpack, or the storage compartment of their vehicle. The tins prevent candles from making a mess, yet can add a touch of home or of relaxation to any kind of trip.

* If there’s someone on your gift list who takes pride in the appearance of his or her home, candles are a wonderful way to add warmth to home decor. Christmas candles brings splendor to holiday decor by adding illuminated accents to tables, countertops, and shelves. Tall squared pillars or cardinal red tapers add just the right amount of sparkle to the holiday dinner table.

* Those who are concerned about the environment will treasure soy candles. Soy candles are made from pure, natural soybean wax, have cotton lead free wicks, and they are clean burning, last longer, and have a wonderful natural fragrance.

* When it comes to gift giving, there are one or two people on everyone’s list who has everything. In these instances, whimsical, fun and trendy candles can make the perfect gift. These candles with their contemporary colors and fun styling can give their homes a fresh new look.

Share the warmth of Christmas with family and friends this holiday season by giving the fine gifts of candles. When your loved one, co-worker, client, business partner or close friend lights their candle, they will always remember from whom it came! Merry Christmas!

By: Connie Raines

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Connie Raines is a Registered Nurse and owner of www.conniesheavenlygifts.com, a business dedicated to offering high quality gifts, collectibles, figurines, decorative accessories and a variety of fragrant candles in many styles and scents. To view and purchase these products visit: www.conniesheavenlygifts.com

Scented candles are the most popular type of candles today and they are available in more styles and mediums than ever before. Scented candles are a feel good product. Scented candles are also available in a wide array of candle styles, from taper candles, to jar candles, to votive candles, candles in tins, and pillar candles you can find a pleasing scent for any occasion and candle purpose. Scented candles are a simple and affordable way to add luxury and comfort to your home and surroundings. Scented candles are available on polyresin stands or used as floating versions such as floating roses.

Because of their universal appeal, scented candles are among the most popular gift items given today, particularly when they are packaged in a candle gift sampler, candle gift set, or candle gift basket. Scented candles are generally made using one of two different techniques. Scented candles are loaded with the maximum amount of premium quality fragrance oil our candle wax can hold. However, the most common reasons for choosing aromatherapy scented candles are to relieve stress, enhance concentration, to gain energy or to create a sensual mood and setting.

Premium scented candles are found in some of the finest boutiques and salons,(as well as online) there are always new retailers and distributors, if you are interested in offering true hand poured, clean burning, premium scented candles and skin care. Scented candles are revitalizing yet tranquil. Many scented candles are made with different varieties of pre-blended wax which each have their own saturation point for fragrance oils. Numbers of scented candles are perfumed with necessary oils that present softer aromas and have been shown to be more appropriate for those people that has notable allergic reactions.

Highly scented candles in a variety of styles, including classic jars candles, candles in tins, primitive jar candles, highly scented votive candles, amazing tea light candles and incredibly scented wax melts for use in tart melters or potpourri burners. A wide variety of richly scented candles to accommodate the diverse tastes of candle lovers: jar scented candles; gourmet soy scented candles; scented palm wax candles; decorative scented candles; highly gel scented candles; massage scented candles; aromatherapy scented candles with essential oils something for everyone. Many people prefer scented candles made from organic materials such as soy wax and palm wax. An ever-increasing number of people opt for palm wax scented candles, which combine value, quality and style quite nicely. A long and efficient burn is a pleasant bonus of these moderately priced richly scented candles.

Richly gourmet soy scented candles deliver the whole package: strong and unique aromas; exceptionally long burn times; and stylish design. Interior design consultants always recommend to decor your home with scented candles in the most sophisticated style. Watch peoples eyes light up when you ask them if they want to smell one of your scented candles. Scented candles come in just about every scent imaginable. In addition, scented candles made with fragrance oils can still evoke certain emotions by bringing back special memories. To provide your nose with a continuous flow of pleasant smells, you should purchase several different scented candles and alternate between them. Today, scented candles symbolize spirituality, ceremony, decor, and romance.

It’s always important to remember safety when enjoying your scented candles!

By: steve1

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