The 5 Best Candlemaking Books

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Let’s face it…burning candles is a lot of fun. The different fragrances, companies, and let’s not forget the accessories! We would venture to say almost every candle burning lover has, at one time or another, considered making their own candles. Candlemaking can be fun, but it is also a science and a beautiful craft. If you do have the notion to start making your own candles – or even if you already are – we think these are the best candlemaking books to seek out & pour over. 

A true classic! We love this instructional book because it covers a wide range of topics and does it very well. The section on troubleshooting is extremely helpful, and you will find yourself referencing it over & over again. No bells & whistles, but it is very informational and thorough. 

This book is a classic! It covers a wide variety of topics with just enough detail to keep beginners from getting overwhelmed. Keep this best candlemaking book around, though, because it makes a great reference book even for experienced chandlers. 

Making Soaps & Candles for Dummies

Of course there is a Dummies book for candlemaking! This book covers both candle and soap making, covering a lot of topics in good enough detail to know what else you should try and explore. This book is a great reference, especially for terminology and different techniques. 

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