Candle Care 101: Keeping Your Hand Poured Candles Burning Beautiful

Candles are a magical way to set the mood, fill your home with fragrance, and create a warm and inviting atmosphere. But just like any handcrafted treasure, proper care is essential to ensure they perform their best and last their longest.

 

At The Hanmade Gift Company, we are committed to creating candles that are not only beautiful and fragrant but also kind to the environment. By choosing Kerasoy wax, we opt for a renewable resource that burns cleaner and produces less soot than traditional paraffin wax. Additionally, our candles are hand-poured in small batches, minimising waste and supporting sustainable practices.

 

Why Kerasoy?

Kerasoy wax offers a multitude of benefits for both you and the environment:

• Clean burn: Enjoy a virtually soot-free experience with minimal smoke and harmful emissions.
• Stronger scent throw: Experience the full fragrance potential of your candle with a powerful and long-lasting scent diffusion.
• Longer burn time: Savour your candle for longer as Kerasoy wax boasts a naturally longer burn time compared to other waxes.
• Eco-friendly & sustainable: Feel good knowing you're making a responsible choice with a renewable and biodegradable wax.

 However, even the best wax needs a little TLC to shine! So, let's dive into some simple "Candle Care 101" tips to keep your candles burning beautifully.

 

Trim that wick!

Before each burn, trim the wick to ¼ inch using a wick trimmer or sharp scissors. This helps prevent soot, uneven burning, and that dreaded "mushroom top" on the wick. Remember, a little trim goes a long way!

 

Embrace patience.

Resist the urge to burn your candle for more than 4 hours at a time. This allows the wax to melt evenly across the entire surface, preventing "tunnelling" which can shorten the lifespan of your candle.

 

Location, location, location.

Always place your burning candle on a stable, heat-resistant surface away from flammable objects like curtains, fabrics, and open windows. Remember, safety first!

 

Never leave it alone.

It might sound obvious, but never leave a burning candle unattended. Whether you're stepping out for a minute or turning in for the night, extinguish the flame and enjoy the lingering fragrance when you return.

 

Melting matters.

For an optimal burn, allow the melted wax to reach the edge of the container during each burn. This ensures the entire wax pool contributes to the fragrance throw and prevents future tunnelling.

 

Keep it cool.

When not in use, store your candles in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Heat and sunlight can cause the wax to melt or fade, affecting both the appearance and performance of your candle.

 

Extinguish your candle safely!

Instead of blowing it out, use a candle snuffer or dip the wick into the melted wax (and straighten it up afterwards). This helps prevent embers and keeps the fragrance intact.

 

Beyond the Burn: Caring for Your Candle Jar

Even after your candle has burned through, the journey doesn't end there! Here are some ways to repurpose your beautiful hand-poured jar:

• Clean soot easily: Remove any remaining soot with a gentle wipe dipped in rubbing alcohol.
• Give it a new life: Repurpose your jar as a planter for small succulents or herbs.
• Get creative: Use it as a storage container for jewellery, makeup brushes, or craft supplies.
• Light it up again: Refill your jar with soy wax and a new wick to create a whole new candle!

 

Embrace the Candlelight:

With a little care and attention, your hand poured candles from The Hanmade Gift Company will bring warmth, fragrance, and a touch of eco-conscious luxury to your home. So, trim your wick, embrace patience, and let the beautiful glow of your candle fill your life with joy. Remember, a little candle care goes a long way!

 

We hope this blog post provides you with valuable information and inspires you to care for your candles while appreciating their sustainable qualities. Don't forget to leave a comment below with your favourite candle scent or repurposing tip!