Want to learn how to make soy candles? It is easier than you think! Here is my easy recipe to follow! Making your own DIY soy candle is an easy and fun way to create non-toxic, eco-friendly candles ...

As the days get shorter and colder and the nights grow long, people tend to want to make their homes feel cozier. One of the quickest ways to do so is with candles, so now is the perfect time to ...

The following is an excerpt from Candlemaking the Natural Way: 31 Projects Made with Soy, Palm and Beeswax by Rebecca Ittner (Lark Crafts, 2010). The excerpt is from Chapter 6: Upcycled Candles. I ...

I still remember the first candle I ever made. It was a cozy fall afternoon, and I had gathered everything I thought I needed: a little jar, some beeswax, a few drops of essential oil, and a wick that ...

Read all about the latest gym openings, healthy events, and fitness trends in our twice weekly Wellness newsletter. In the winter, there’s nothing more relaxing than burning a candle and curling up ...

A candle should smell good, but ideally, it should also look good. If you’re making your own waxy decor, and want to avoid using tallow, you’re going to need to invest in some quality soy dye.

Jennifer Nelson is a health and wellness writer with more than two decades of experience. She is the author of Airbrushed Nation: The Lure and Loathing of Women’s Magazines. Love to give homemade ...