Lantern Candle Warmers

If you are looking for a lighting fixture than can set the right mood and really make a difference than you should look in to an outdoor candle lantern. Candles themselves are fascinating because the radiate both light and warmth. We all like to look at the flickering light of a candle because it has something mystical and romantic at the same time. Candles are great lighting fixtures and they serve well as decoration lighting or accent lighting. If you accommodate a lantern with some candles than this is suitable for in- and outdoor usage. In this way it becomes a very versatile lighting fixture that you can both use inside your house when it is cold and outside your house when you want to sit outside.
You can find candle lanterns in many different designs, shapes and sizes. You can buy small ones which you can use as a table top lamp or hang on a tree or wall. Large outdoor candle lanterns are suitable for placing on the ground or hanging them on your ceiling. It does not matter if your house and garden are styled in a modern, rustic or contemporary way, every style has it's own lanterns.
The great thing about candle lanterns is that you can place them anywhere you want. This might be the obvious, but is is really convenient that you can place it wherever you go. If you decide to sit on the grass or ground rather than at your patio table than you can easily take the candles with you and place them where you are sitting. In this way you can create an ambiance right at the spot you want.

Contemporary Outdoor Candle Lanterns
A lot of people have designed their home exterior in a contemporary style. Luckily their are quite some contemporary lanterns available that you can accommodate with candles. These lanterns are often made out of strong materials like metal and decorated with glass or cutouts in the metal. The shapes are often geometrical which gives them their contemporary look. If you want to add them to your exterior than you better buy a large one because smaller ones tend to fade away by the rest of the exterior. You can place them on the ground or hang them on a hook if you already have an iron pole in the ground.

Rustic Lanterns for CandlesRustic almost resembles contemporary but the difference lays in the color an style of the lantern. Where contemporary is strong and tight, rustic has more wood in it or paint that has peeled off. They often look like the metal is rusted but this is done on purpose to create the rustic design so many people like. Rustic often looks old or antique although the lighting fixtures are absolutely new.

Moroccan Outdoor Candle Lantern
Famous for it's design, the Moroccan lantern is not matched by any other type of lantern. It's design is amazing as it is made out of brass and colored glass. Both small and large lanterns look astonishing and you can use them for indoors and outdoors. Large lanterns can be accommodated with candles but you will see much better results with a lighting bulb.

Soy Candles with Star Lampshade

Now offering in our new product line, the Soy Candle with Black Lampshade. As everyone knows, black goes with just about everything in your house. Whether or not you're trying to match something, this black lampshade looks great when it's lit because of the star pattern around the soy candle to let the aroma of delicous scents and soothing light out of the jar. The description says everything about the candle, and it truly is great!
Large hand poured 16 oz. soy candle in a sleek jar, with a expertly crafted black star lampshade. Each 16 ounces of natural soy wax hand poured with a natural cotton wick, clean burns for nearly 130 hours to give you soft warm starlight with aromas to delight your soul. The delicate black, metallic lampshades on natural soy candles are perfect to lighten up any corner or room. Let the stars shine unfurling over 70 pleasant aromas to pick the one that you desire. Just the right housewarming, graduation favor, birthday gift and make someone happy.

Looking for a little style and rustic appeal? Try a candle from our rustic and primitive addition. The 10 ounces of fragrant soy wax will burn approximately 75 to 100 hours. The 16 ounces of soy wax burn approximately 130 to 160 hours and both products come with a star lid to add warmth to your home décor.
On the go or need a unique little gift like our 8 oz rustic-primitive soy travel tin. Still choose from the large variety of fragrances and these wonderful soy candles will burn approximately 65 to 80 hours. If you have a small little niche area in your home or office and looking to fill that void, and still want to have that primitive look, use one of our 4 ounce travel tin soy candles. They will burn for you approximately 30 to 40 hours.

The candle flame is a symbol of a burning heart

Richly Scented Candles or Aromatherapy

Aromatherapy has been used since ancient times in order to stimulate our sense of smell and create a relaxing mood. This has been evident in the rich oils or perfumes used by people then and only the rich or powerful could afford to use these scented oils.
These days however, people can now use richly scented candles to create a relaxing ambience in their homes or other places such as spas in order to relieve them from the stresses of daily life.
A person can choose from flower scents to fruits scents when choosing scented candles. The candles’ color can give an idea as to what scent it may have. There are some flower scented candles that are handmade and have potpourri flowers set in them as a design.
Not only do these dried flowers give a beautiful design to the candle, they also add on to the rich scent of the candle wax. You may have to remove the dried flowers as the candle burns down though in order not to burn the dried flowers. The candles’ scent is emitted as the candle burns and because the scent is infused in the wax, even if it is stored for a long time when the candles are used they still give off the rich scent.
Scented candles can also set the mood or ambience when one needs to do meditation or yoga exercises. As our sense of smell get stimulated by the rich scents, our body relaxes more. Having scented candles also creates an air of sophistication in a house or room.
Spas also make use of scented candles so that when patrons come in for a session, they are able to relax more. The scents of these richly scented candles can help as our body rids itself of all the stresses during the spa sessions.
When people want to use scented candles in their bedrooms in order to help them relax and fall to sleep, it is highly recommended to place the candles in glass or ceramic plates or candle holders in order to avoid any untoward accidents. Also make sure that the candles are placed securely and far from drapes or curtains. Make sure also that the candles are placed in an area where it will not topple or fall.
Whether it’s to soothe away our tension or to create a relaxed atmosphere, richly scented candles are great choices to use for aromatherapy.

Perfect present. Scented Candles

If you are looking to give the perfect present then look no further than the scented candle gift. I know that that is a bold statement, but the truth is that a scented candle works in every situation whether it a present for someone you have know for years or just a short time. I used to agonize over what to get people for house warming parties and work gift exchange situations and relatives that I don’t get to see very often, but now I know exactly what get them.
The great thing is that you can completely personalize a candle gift or make just as generic as the situation calls for.
As an example, if you know that your best friend absolutely loves the color red and the scent of kiwi, you can easily find a double dipped strawberry kiwi scented candle to give as a present. This candle can be a bold red with green tinges, give your friend her kiwi scent, and match the furnishings of the room were she would keep it. How is that for completely personalized? You have just given the perfect present that smells great and is decorative, and you have obviously put serious thought into what your friend would really enjoy, which she will appreciate.
Now consider a work gift exchange where you really don’t know the person receiving the gift. A scented candle is still perfect because it can serve a purpose in any home. I recommend buying a more general candle that anyone would enjoy. Good examples are vanilla bean or lavender scented candles because those two smells are almost universally appreciated.
As you can see, a scented candle gift can be perfect for almost all present giving occasions. Tell me about some of your favorite candle gifts.

Scented Votive Candles

Votive candles are candles traditionally used in altars or churches. For religious purposes, these votive candles are burned as an offering to a saint or for a prayer wish. Now the term votive candle refers to the size of the candle. There are also scented votive candles that are available that a person can choose from. These candles are also now being used as an added décor to a table or room.
Votive candles are two inches in height and are one and a half inches in diameter. These candles are traditionally white or yellow in color and made from beeswax and were unscented. Now votive candles can come in different colors and scents.
These candles are no longer used for religious purposes only nowadays. These candles are now being used to decorate tables and to add scent as it burns. It is used as an alternative for tea light candles because of its size. For a small dinner table at a restaurant, they may use these scented candles to give a romantic feel to the diners.
Votive candles are also great to use for outdoor dinners because you can place the candles in a glass or small bowl. Unlike regular candlesticks, you can be assured that the candles’ flame will not be put out by the wind. The candles will not take so much table space also.
Another advantage of using scented votive candles that may come in special glass candle holders is that you can use these in your bedroom. There are some people that use aromatherapy in order to help them sleep but worry about accidents if they use large scented candles. The solution is to use these scented votive candles.
One more advantage of having scented votive candles is that they are much cheaper than the regular sized scented candle. These small scented candles are also great if you want to try out a particular candle scent without having to buy the big candle.
People who may offer scented votive candles may give their offering a special touch. After all, votive candles were originally made for those who are offering these candles for a special wish or prayer.
There are no limitations as to the use of scented votive candles. The candles may have had a specific purpose before. But now it can be used as a special added touch to a dinner table or room to make the atmosphere more relaxed and peaceful.

Dripless Taper Candles

Dripless taper candles, a long awaited idea which solved the issue of dripping candle wax and the pain of cleaning it. There is nothing more painful than having your weekends spent rubbing floors, washing table cloths, or brushing candle holders to remove candle wax. No matter how beautiful a candle is, the thought of wax dripping never leaves the mind. Dripless taper candles are made in a special way so that their wax does not spill onto the holder or the place where the candle is placed. Wax has high oil content so if it drips on to cloth or wood then it will leave a stain even after the wax has been removed.
Typically dripless taper candles are made from paraffin and a combination of multiple layers of wax. Broadly speaking, they are made using two different techniques. In the first method the candle is made from a thick type of wax which has a high affinity for melting wax or more simply it is very absorbent to melted wax. So, as soon as wax starts to melt, it is absorbed by the thick wax and hence it doesn't spill or drip. In the second technique,they are made from two different types of wax. The inner core is made from soft wax which has a low melting point whereas the outer part of the candle is made from a much hard wax having slightly higher melting point. So, as soon as the wax starts to melt, it is contained within the body of the hard wax and a cylindrical shape is formed.
Dripless taper candles are available in a variety of styles and colors. The decorative range is available with different prints and textures with some that are scented. The price of these candles depends on their design, scent, and quality, however these candle are comparatively inexpensive. Their price is slightly higher than the traditional candles, but if you consider the cost of removing wax stains then these are a better option.
Dripless taper candles are available at almost every candle vendor or gift shop. The scented candles are an excellent option for romantic lighting.

Candelabras

Candelabras have traditionally been multi-stemmed holders for candles, although some modern candelabras use light bulbs (often candle shaped) instead. They are usually very decorative and have become popular again and are used to adorn wedding venues, tables at sophisticated dinner parties and generally to enhance the decor at home.
Two Basic Types
The main difference between candelabras is whether they are designed to stand on the floor or on the table. The majority of candelabras fit in these two categories. Table candelabras are easier to handle, as floor candelabras can be a bit unwieldy to move around. Floor candelabras do look impressive, however.
Hanging and Fireplace Candelabras
Two other types of candelabra that you could consider buying are a hanging candelabra, which hangs from the ceiling or wall like a sconce, or a fireplace candelabra. A hanging candelabra is impractical to rehang in different places. The fireplace candelabra can be useful if you have a fireplace but don't light many fires. The candelabra emits a warm glow in place of the fire.
Materials
Candelabras are made out of a wide variety of materials. Silver, pewter or brass candelabras look good and will not loose their plating as they are solid all the way through. These kind of metals require frequent polishing and will tarnish over time.
Wrought iron is currently the most popular material for candelabras as it is easy to clean and durable and will fit in with most decor styles. They may rust, however, if they are not maintained. Porcelain and marble, while easier to clean than metal candelabras and do not tarnish, are more brittle and chip easily. They do have a classic look to them though, which might be most appropriate for the decor they are to fit in with.
Glass and crystal candelabras break easily if dropped. They are elegant and contemporary, however, and are often used in weddings decorations. Silver plated candelabras are a cheaper option that are suitable for wedding decor or for a temporary home decor look if your taste frequently changes.
Types of Candle
Candelabras using candles may hold thick or thin candles. Modern taste runs more to thicker candles, but classic decor might call for a candelabra that holds thinner candles.

Crystal Candelabra

If you are wondering how something so old survived the judgment of time, then you must be thinking about antique crystal candelabra. This relic of the past does not only exist today as just an antique piece but it is also considered an art in itself. Attracting attention from people in all walks of life, the candelabra and the mystery behind its timeless beauty is truly a space defining object that can light up your living spaces to sophistication and elegance.
Candelabras can still be seen today in age old institutions. As a gesture of honoring the past and providing authenticity to age old traditions, the churches of many religions have a special space for candelabras. Even presidential palaces and museums have almost always has one in display.
The history of the candelabras goes back to the very edge of recorded history. It was in a time where light in the night was a luxury not all could enjoy. The candelabrum was a candle stand that is often place in the center of the room to provide ample illumination. Because of its focal importance in the house, the upper class in the society including the royals began making specialized, delicately crafted candelabra crystals as a sign of their prestige in the society. Not long after candelabras were made from precious metals with intricate designs.
When man was able to form glass, the crystal candelabra came to be, providing people with a new material to choose for their candelabras. The crystal was able to reflect light in a more interesting way providing an ambient feel to the room lighted with it. It casts interesting angles of light and shadows that only made it more appealing to many.
A good quality candelabrum today can fetch up to a few thousand dollars. Made from crystal lead, the candelabra have this unmistakable glitter that can only be summed up as an exquisite way to portray light. Not all crystal candelabras are made from this expensive glass. Today ordinary glass are used and for better effect, optic crystal. This material can look better than a crystal lead only because of its better reflective attributes. But it is no way more expensive than glass with lead content. If you want to have classic, designer collections or contemporary candelabras Waterford crystal candelabra is the perfect choice for you.
You might want to consider accenting your living space with a crystal candelabra. If you are thinking of redecorating your home and provide a facelift to change its usual look, a Waterford crystal candelabra could be the right choice for you and your home.

Tranquility Soy Candles

Soy Candles…100% soy candles are truly a wonderful, clean burning, natural product. When keeping the wick properly trimmed, there is virtually no soot. There are up to 11 carcinogen compounds found in paraffin candles. Color variations in soy candles are normal and referred to as frosting. Frosting is when the soy wax forms tiny, white, frosted-looking crystals on top and/or on the sides of the jar. This is a natural occurrence in soy wax. Soy candle manufacturers often add paraffin wax (called a parasoy blend) to their candles to eliminate frosting. I am committed to providing a paraffin-free candle. Frosting will vary with dyes and fragrances.
When you light your soy candle for the first time, it is important to remember that it has a memory. You should burn your candle until you receive a full melt pool (melt across the entire top of candle).This usually takes 1 to 3 hours depending on the diameter of the candle jar. Not allowing a melt pool could cause the candle to tunnel. A good melt pool will also release more fragrance. When relighting, always trim the wick so it is free of any mushrooming on top. Always place candle jar on a heat resistant surface and never leave unattended.

How to Make a Soy Wax Candle

On my previous hubs, I have already shared the steps on how to make tealight and scented candles but with the main component being paraffin wax. In this article, I will share to you some knowledge and tips on soy wax candle making.
Soy wax has so many advantages over the traditional paraffin. One of these is its relatively lower price than the other one. Another reason is it’s made from soybeans, which makes it a renewable source of energy. You will also find that soy wax candles are very easy to clean up.

Organic Candles

Spending a little more money or time locating organic non-toxic candles appears to be worth it in regards to your indoor air environment and your health. Most conventional candles are made from paraffin wax, which is a by-product of petroleum, a non-renewable resource, which has been linked to poor indoor air quality.
Paraffin candles release a petro-carbon soot that stains your walls, furniture and is circulated through your air ducts. This soot, according to the American Lung Association, contains 11 documented toxins, two of which are known carcinogens — toluene and benzene.
Some paraffin candle makers are still using lead core wicks which when heated emit lead particulates into the air, which can then be inhaled. 100% of lead that is inhaled is absorbed into the bloodstream. Children’s developing bodies are particularly vulnerable. Chronic low-level lead exposure, as seen with lead wick use, has been found to produce permanent neuro-psychological defects and behavior disorders in children, including low IQ, short attention span, hyperactive behavior, and motor difficulties.
There is no longer a need to buy paraffin candles due to the wide availability of soy candles and beeswax candles, and to a lesser extent bayberry candles and even tapioca wax candles. Green Promise has compiled a list of our favorite organic candle suppliers. Buying organic candles supports organic farmers who practice environmentally and socially responsible forms of agriculture. Beeswax and soy candles both burn cleaner than petroleum-based candles plus they are renewable.

Question! How to choose a quality candle

There's something so attractive about burning candles - perhaps it appeals to our genetic memory, our fascination with fire and is a reminder of simpler times. The Egyptians and Cretans made candles from beeswax, as long as 5,000 years ago.

Paraffin wax - not so green
Most cheap candles you buy at the supermarket are made from paraffin wax, which is a byproduct of oil refining. Even the wicks of some candles can cause problems - they may have a lead or other type of metal core that release toxic emissions during burning.
Paraffin wax consists of alkane hydrocarbons and melts between 47°C and 65°C (around 120° to 150° F). It is derived from light lubricating oil distillates. When burned, the fumes can contain a number of carcinogens including Acetaldehyde, Acrolein, Benzene, Formaldehyde, Polychlorodibenzo-p-dioxins, Polyaromatic Hydrocarbons and Toulene.
As the carbon within paraffin wax was was originally deep underground in oil deposits, when they are burned the carbon they contain is released into the atmosphere, adding just a little bit more to the already high levels present.
Unfortunately, by using paraffin based candles, we are helping to support the environmentally destructive oil industry and further poisoning our air.

Lead/metal wicks
The lead core wick issue shouldn't be such a problem in the USA and Australia now, but I'm not sure about other countries.
In the USA, voluntary agreements between manufacturers not to use lead cores were in place since the 1970's. Unfortunately, some cheap imports continued to contain lead wicks. In 2003, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) formally banned the import, manufacture and sale of candles with lead-cored wicks. Australia banned candles with lead core wicks in 1999.
The problem is most of us stash away candles for emergencies and they can go unused for many years, so there's still probably millions of lead core wick candles laying around the place.
Some lead core wick candles emit lead levels in excess of 3,000 micrograms per hour - about seven times the rate considered unsafe. Lead is a cumulative poison and never leaves the body - a dose here and and dose there can build up. It not only affects humans, but all animals and can be passed along the food chain.
If you have old candles, inspect the wick and look for a thin wire in the center. Separate the core from the wrapping if need be to be sure. If there is a wire, there is a possibility it's not lead as some manufacturers now use zinc or tin instead; but there's some debate as to the safety of these elements too. There's also the damage that the mining industry wreaks on the environment to consider.
On top of all this are some of the synthetic chemicals that are used in scented candles which can also give off environmentally damaging emissions.

Earth friendly candles
Perhaps it's 'extreme green' to concern ourselves with such seemingly small things, but all of us can make minor adjustments in our lifestyles to have less impact on our environment. For one person, it might be to cut down driving, for someone else it might be purchasing candles that are more earth friendly. Every small change makes a difference if it's multiplied millions of times.
There are many alternatives to paraffin wax candles, but it's important to note that the burning of just about any substance will create some sort of emission, and even "green" substances can be toxic.
For example, never burn oleander as the smoke is definitely toxic and can kill you - but I doubt very much you'll ever see oleander candles for sale. I guess what I'm trying to say is be careful of outlandish claims of greenness in any products - the key is all things in moderation. Many alternative wax candles may also contain some paraffin to assist with burning.
Of the alternative waxes available on the market, soy wax or bees wax candles are probably the most popular. Both these substance have a lower melting point; so if you live in an area where it's extremely hot, try and store them in a cool place or at least lay them flat in storage to prevent them from wilting. In my shed in the outback, I saw even the paraffin candles I had in candleholders winding up looking like soggy celery after a hot day!
Usually if you buy scented beeswax or soy candles, the scent will be from natural oils rather than synthetic chemicals, but it's always wise to check to make sure. The same goes for the wick - it should be made of recycled cotton, hemp or recycled paper fiber.

Cupcake Candles

With candle making, there are hardly any limits. You can replicate lots of things with your creativity. Here are some delicious 'Cupcakes' that look very, very inviting.
Complete with chopped crayon bits for nuts and decorations, many people will mistake them for edible, freshly-baked, icing-topped cupcakes coming from your kitchen!

Materials Needed:
• Candle Making Supplies (Wax, Dyes, Boiler, Wicks etc.),
• Paper Muffin Cups (2-3 for one candle),
• Whisk,
• Old Crayons (chopped into small pieces)

Directions:
1.Place 2-3 paper cups into each other for strength. Now, place them into individual muffin molds or a muffin tray for a string base. Grease them lightly if you wish, but it is not necessary.
2. Melt Wax, mix a dark or earthy colored dye for the muffin base. We have used brown, but you can experiment. They are not real cakes after all!
3. Pour melted wax into the prepared 'molds'. Allow to cool and set. You can use a wick at this point. We have have not used one because I made these 'cupcakes' just as a show-piece.
4. Meanwhile, prepare the 'frosting'. Melt wax and dye it a soft, creamy color. We used used a pale, earthy brown again, but pinks, creams, blues, greens, yellows, peaches etc. look great for the icing. Be creative with your color combinations.
5. Cool the melted wax till you see a thin skin forming on it. Whip it with a whisk till it gets frothy. Quickly, spoon the froth over the cupcake. If the wax solidifies before you are able to spoon enough froth, repeat the melting, cooling and whipping process.
6. While the frosting is still warm, sprinkle pieces of old crayons.