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lady_bella asked:


My niece set her blue colored candles on my pourous topped table without anything underneath them. Now I have blue colored candle stain on my table top. And it’s a major mess. Smells good though…LOL

Is there a way to get this out? Or am I out of luck? Thank you…

Sarah G asked:


My candles are where I want them to be except for this big problem with air bubbles being trapped in my candles after they set up and I can’t seem to figure out what the problem is. If anyone has any suggestions to this problem please let me know! Thanks! ~Sarah

Karen Lincoln asked:


Over the past few years, candle making has become extremely popular. The art of candle making is not only fun, it’s extremely interesting as well. You can involve your kids in this art, since its so much of fun. Candles are perfect as decorative pieces for home, they are also make great gifts to gift someone. In order to start off with your candle making, you need to have the right materials and supplies. These include candle molds, wicks, wax, and fragrance. The candle mold is the one of the most important things that you need, so you need to find the right type of candle mold.

While selecting the candle mold, try and opt for one which you can relate to. Its the candle mold that gives the candle its shape, so choosing the right type of mold is essential. Having zeroed in on the candle mold, next purchase some candle wax, wicks etc. If you want to make some beeswax candles, then you would need to purchase some beeswax. Beeswax is considered to be a superior material for making candles, however it can be quite pricey. Beeswax however has a lot of positive aspects to it. For starters, its a natural product and does not leave out those awful vapors that leave you sick and nauseous, they have a longer burning time, moreover you get a pleasant faint smell of honey. All these features, makes beeswax worth the high price.

Alternatively you can just use gel instead of wax, thus leaving out the wax. Gel candles are quite trendy today, and are extremely attractive to look at.

Where can you buy your supplies for candle making? Pretty much most of it is available at most Art & Craft stores. You can buy some colored wax if you want to make a candle of various candles. You can buy candle molds of various shapes and sizes. There are many available in the market, you can just pick the ones that catch your fancy. The seamless aluminum molds are quite in vogue these days, as they slip right out of the mold, without the need for polishing or trimming.

The wax that you’ll need, depends on the type of mold that you have. For example, pillar waxes due to their higher melting point, need to be used with pillars. Votive waxes are intended to be use with votive metal candle holders. Container waxes, are meant for pots or holders, as they shouldn’t be free standing pieces due to their low melting points. So its essential that you choose the right type of wax, which is intended for particular types of candle molds. You can also purchase a variety of different fragrances such as vanilla, fruity flavors, musk etc.

If your serious about your candle making, it makes sense to purchase candle making supplies, such as wicks, wax etc in bulk. This way you can avail of wholesale rates as well. Some retailers will also offer you huge discounts, of you buy larger quantities of supply. There are plenty of online stores where you can buy candle making supplies. These are convenient as your supplies are shipped right up to your doorstep. Online stores also give you various discounts.

If your just starting off and are not sure what type of supplies to go in for, you can go in for a candle making kit which has all the necessary supplies. Its ideal for beginners.

Yahoo Guy asked:


What do ppl do with candles when they are intimate with one another? I hear stories about the candle wax and getting sensation from it while someone is climaxing.

What do they do? Pour hot wax on their actual thing? Wouldnt that burn it? I’m scared to try! Pls advise, sexually experienced ppl!

m.jeya asked:


Luxurious Natural soy wax or Natural Vegetable Soy Wax is derived from vegetables. They are 100% non-toxic and all natural. Natural soy wax burns cleaner and you are able to clean it up by using soap and hot water. Soy offers the Largest Selection of Scented Soy Candles at the Lowest Prices.

 

Cheap Natural Soy wax releases fragrances naturally, faster, and longer. The wax also burns at a much lower temperature than paraffin wax. Decorative Natural Soy wax is an all natural candle wax. They are environmentally friendly and a much healthier alternative to paraffin waxes. So it is time to switch to a healthier and environmentally sound candle.

 

Sun natural candles are attractive candles will enhance any room. Made from 100% natural wax infuses extracts of lemon, basil, orange and geranium. These candles are presented in four individual shot glasses, and are packaged in a presentation box. Natural Soy candles are made from soy wax, which is hydrogenated soybean oil. Natural Soy wax is often mixed with fragrances to produces scented soy candles.

 

Modern Sun natural wax candle are clean burning and will not leave soot residue typical of many candles. We use scents which are pleasantly fragrant but not overpowering. Cheap natural candles come in a variety of colors and sizes to add to a room’s decor. This candle adds warmth and sophistication to any room. Burn candle alone or in any scent combination to create your custom made fragrance. Please purchase online http://www.katiewongnyc.com in NewYork city.

Barbara Tobiasz asked:


Wall candle holders lit the medieval castles for centuries. Its main function was for illumination and has revolved for rituals, religion and decorative purposes.

A candlestick, chamber stick, wall candle holder and candelabrum are all holders for one or more candles. A wall candle holder is typically referred to as a wall sconce. The word sconce is a type of light fixture that is attached to a wall. It uses only the wall for support and the light is usually directed upwards. Each wall candle holder has a plate that is affixed to the wall. The candle is not close to the wall. When you light the flame you do not need to worry that you could start a fire.   

Many candle holders use a friction type socket to keep the candle upright and straight. Candle holders use to be manufactured in the same locations as candles. Due to international trade that is no longer the case. This has combined the modern candle with existing candle holders. You might have to get creative at times with a knife or a piece of foil to keep the candle sturdy.

There are many wall candle holders that fit a large variety of candle styles. The various styles of candle holders are complimented by a particular style of candle. They have candle holders that fit tea lights, votives, federals tapers and pillars. Pillars are the most common for wall candle holders.

Wall candle holders are available for any decor imaginable. They have Modern, Contemporary, Victorian and Unique Designs. Some of the materials used to make wall candle holders are metal, wood, resin, crystal, brass, pewter, Tiffany glass and wrought iron. Throughout the long history of the candle, wrought iron wall candle holders have been the number one choice for those who could afford them.

The consumer has many options. They can hold one or more candles and come in an assortment of shapes and sizes. A positive aspect is they keep counters and tables free of clutter. It is also out of reach for your pets and children.

When hanging a wall candle holder allow enough space for surrounding art work, curtains and drapes. Always include in your measurement the height of the candle. You should use a wall anchor to make certain it is secured to the wall. You should also use hardware that is made specifically for heavy objects. Last, melt a little bit of the wax in the holder. This will help keep the candle firmly in place.

The wall candle holder looks great with or without candlelight.  It adds a touch of elegance, romance, casualness and it exhumes a subtle warmth and drama when lit.

When you add wall candle holders to your decor you will find that they add luxury and will create an atmosphere that will accent any room of your home.

Author Bio: Barbara Tobiasz resides with her husband (Joe Tobiasz, Owner/Webmaster: http://www.Wall-Decor-Concepts.com) in the Chicago area, studied at the Art Institute and taught for the Chicago Public Schools. She has volunteered her services for many organizations with her creative expressions in the interior design field. Her hobbies include reading, taking long walks with her dog and working her magic turning ordinary rooms into creative works of art.

 

Michelle A Hoffmann asked:


The history of candles goes back thousands of years. They were used to light the way of our ancestors, they were used in rituals, exorcisms and to even find treasures. However, where candles came from is a mystery. One of the earliest mentions of candles in history is in Egypt as early as 3000 BC where It is said that beeswax candles were used.

Early Egyptians also used taper candles, made of rushes and covered with tallow to help keep their shape, to perform a ritual whereby they used their dreams to seek answers. This was called “Dreaming True”.

To do this, an individual sat in a dark cave and stared into a flame, facing the south. After he reached a state whereby he saw whatever God he was seeking, he would retire, confident that that God would appear to him in his dreams and the answers he sought would then be answered.

Ancient tribes also found that meditation and even precognition could be achieved by using candles to enter an altered state of consciousness. By concentrating on the flames, they could see mysterious things, talk to Gods or talk to the spirits of their loved ones who have passed on.

The history of candles in the Church is a long one. Because candles were used by the pagans in their rituals, the Roman Catholic Church looked down on their use. However, by the fourth century, the use of candles and lamps in Christian rituals had become commonplace.

The use of candles on the alter was not allowed until the late Middle Ages when the Catholic Church decided that using consecrated holy candles would be useful in blessings, in the absolution of sins or the exorcism demons.

Candles were often used during the witch-hunts of the Middle Ages and the Renaissance by townspeople to protect themselves and their livestock from being injured or taken by witches.

It was a common belief that witches used candles in history to put curses on people. An English work, Dives and Pauper (1536) reveals, “it hath oft been known that witches, with saying of the Paternoster and dropping of the holy candle in a man’s steps that they hated, hath done his feet rotten of.”

Candles made from the fat of humans were believed to contain the life energy of the owner. This made these candles perfect for use in Black Magick rituals.

Treasure seekers of the 17th amd 17th centuries used what was called a “Magic Candle”, made of human tallow, to find buried treasure. It, along with a lantern with a consecrated candle in it, would then conjure the spirits of the guardians of the treasure.

There is a history of candles being used in an old Jewish custom of lighting candles for the dying so as to stave off demons. Also, the keeping of a candle lit for a week in the room where a person died is said to purify the air.

American superstition also says that keeping a candle burning in an empty room will result in the death of a relative. A candle that is dying out means someone in the house is about to die, and if a candle has a blue flame, it means that there is a ghost nearby.

The history of candles being used in rituals and superstitions has given rise to Wiccans, Pagans, Christians and even Atheists viewing candles as having seemingly mystical qualities.