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Love Strong-Smelling Candles? Here's How to Choose the Right Fragrance Oil

If you love strong-smelling candles, choose a fragrance oil with a bold, balanced scent profile, then test it with the right wax, wick, container, and fragrance load. Strength does not...
Lit fragrance candle beside a cup of coffee, open book, cozy blankets, and a resting gray cat.

Starting a Candle Business? Mistakes Most New Makers Make With Fragrance Oils

Starting a candle business can feel simple. Buy wax, choose scents, pour candles, design labels, and start selling. In reality, fragrance oil decisions affect scent strength, wick performance, consistency, pricing,...
Warm Bourbon Tobacco Fragrance Oil: Glass of bourbon beside a cigar and wooden barrel in a rustic setting.

What are the most popular men’s fragrance oils?

What are the most popular men’s fragrance oils? The answer usually starts with a few dependable scent families: warm woods, tobacco, leather, amber, musk, spice, and clean cologne-inspired blends. These...
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Candle Fragrance Combinations Through the Year

Lighting a candle is about more than illumination - it’s an invitation to slow down and envelop yourself in an aroma that matches the season. Swapping fragrances as the weather...
Megan’s Top Summer Fragrances This Season

Megan’s Top Summer Fragrances This Season

Discover Megan’s top picks for summer fragrance oils - Think coastal getaways, juicy fruits, creamy desserts, and warm sunny beaches!

Idea: Scented Jack-o'-Lantern Votives

Idea: Scented Jack-o'-Lantern Votives

Want to add a touch of cozy to this year's Halloween decorations? Follow these easy steps to create scented votives which are great add-ons to your product lineup this Fall! ...
Megan's Picks: Top 5 Sweater Weather Scents

Megan's Picks: Top 5 Sweater Weather Scents

Hey everyone! As the seasons shift and those cozy nights start creeping in, I find myself craving certain scents that perfectly capture the essence of fall and winter. I love...
Fresh Naming For Your Apple Candles

Fresh Naming For Your Apple Candles

With Fall upon us, it’s time to get those apple-scented candles ready for cozy evenings and autumnal bliss. But let’s talk about something crucial that can make your candles stand out: the...
Product Ideas to Scent the Holiday Mood

Product Ideas to Scent the Holiday Mood

It's the most wonderful time of the year! What better way to add to the festive, magical atmosphere than with beautiful, handmade candles? If you’re a candlemaker looking to create...
Best Fragrance Oils for Creating a Cozy Home

Best Candle Fragrance Oils for Creating a Cozy Home

There’s a certain magic that happens when you walk through your front door and are greeted by a warm, inviting aroma. I remember visiting my grandmother on chilly Ohio evenings....
Why Does My Candle Smell Weak After a Few Burns?

Why Does My Candle Smell Weak After a Few Burns?

Lighting a candle can transform a room. I still remember the first time I crafted my own candle, blending wax and fragrance oil in my tiny kitchen. The cold throw...
Wedding Candles: Scents that Capture the Moment

Wedding Candles: Scents that Capture the Moment

Creating an Unforgettable Atmosphere with Wedding Candles Weddings are a celebration of love, unity, and cherished memories. Every detail, from the floral arrangements to the music, plays a part in...