Candlemaking

by Bob Sherman

Overview

Candlemaking is an ancient and highly enjoyable art. In this comprehensive book, readers will learn how to create many different kinds of candles including flame candles, balloon candles, and pudding candles. There are dozens of different styles to choose from, and the skill levels range from beginner to expert.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780871319685
Publisher:	Lyons
Publication date:	02/04/2002
Pages:	220
Product dimensions:	6.14(w) x 9.48(h) x 0.69(d)

Table of Contents

	Introduction	7
1.	Understanding Candles	9
2.	Candle Making Safety	13
3.	Candle Measures	19
4.	Candle Making Equipment	31
5.	Candle Making Materials	39
6.	Work Area	53
7.	Basic Candle Making Procedure	57
8.	Wick Selection and Preparation	61
9.	Molded Candle Procedure--Top-Up Molds	67
10.	Molded Candle Procedure--Top-Down Molds	71
11.	Container Candle Procedure	89
12.	Dipped Candle Procedure	95
13.	Non-Poured Candles	103
14.	Surface Effects Projects	111
15.	Applique Candles	121
16.	Poured Candles--Beginner Projects	131
17.	Poured Candles--Intermediate Projects	145
18.	Poured Candles--Advanced Projects	185
19.	Experimenting	211
20.	Wax Recycling	217
21.	Wax Formulas	221
	Glossary	229
Appendix	Candle Making Record Sheet	325