Candles That Burn Correctly: a Practical Guide to Wick Selection, Wax Blends, and Safe, Long-lasting Handmade Candles Art of Handmade Living Book

Candles That Burn Correctly by John Lindberg is a practical guide for makers and entrepreneurs who want reliable, beautiful, and safe handmade candles. This book focuses on wick selection, wax blends, testing methods, troubleshooting, and production tips to help you craft long-lasting, clean-burning candles.Inside you’ll find:Clear explanations of how wicks, waxes, fragrance, and containers interact for a proper burn.Testing protocols and record-keeping templates to refine consistent recipes.Practical solutions for common problems like tunneling, sooting, and mushrooming wicks.Scaling advice for small-batch production and basic safety, labeling, and compliance guidance.Perfect for candle makers, small-batch entrepreneurs, and fans of handmade living, this book blends technical know-how with the slow-living values of mindful, beautiful homes. Keywords: candle making, wick selection, soy candles, handmade living, natural candles, slow living guide, container candles.Part of The Art of Handmade Living series—Handmade craft and simple-living guides for mindful, beautiful homes.