Candles have been used throughout human history to make light at night times. Though we use electrical lights now, people still keep candles for emergencies.
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Tip! Paraffin Candles - Paraffin wax is the commonly used material in making candles because it can easily be molded into desired shapes.
Deciding on just a few candles is rarely easy. With so much to choose from now (possibly even thousands of scents), it’s next to impossible to choose just one. This is part one of a number of articles to follow on choosing candle scents for your home.
With 4th of July and several weeks of celebration, it seems only natural too choose an Amercian type candle, or even a “summer” scent. Here are some suggestions for scents that “fit” the month of July:
American Style Containers:
Many candles companies are now offering candles with red, white, and blue layers. Others offer American flag design containers and votive holders.
Apple Pie Scent:
This has become quite popular, and for a good reason. It’s absolutely yummy, and smells good enough to eat! Nothing says American quite like Apple Pie.
Tip! Extinguish candles by pushing the wick into the liquid wax (don’t use your fingers – a used matchstick is a good tool for this). Leave it for about a minute then re-center the wick.
Blueberry Muffin:
Another very “American-like” scent. This scent smells just like blueberry muffins right out of the oven.
Watermelon Scent:
Looking for something a little more sweet? Try this summer favorite. Watermelons are a picnic favorite, and a fun summer treat.
Cinderella Scent:
If you prefer floral scents, here’s a nice one for mid-summer. This unique scent is a romantic aroma of amber, musk, vanilla, with base tones of fresh cut violets and lily of the valley. Available at many candle stores online.
Dandelion Pear:
Another unique summer scent. This aroma begins with the slightly bitter aroma of dandelion, and wildflowers; perfectly mellowed out with tart fresh pear, green tea leaves, and cool aloe vera.
Tip! When placing lower-flamed candles around a table, make sure it is done in such a pattern that a person’s shirt sleeve or clothing cannot pass through or over the flame.
Honeysuckle:
Still looking for something a bit more floral? Try this simple favorite. While more of a spring-time scent, this one is also nice for mid-summer.
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