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There is an undeniable, old-school joy to
producing your own homemade candles. It is a craft steeped in
the methods and lore of a simpler time, before crude
commercialism and saturated markets, and certainly before the
wide, sprawling aisles of Target and Wal-Mart. As a gift, a
candle made at home carries with it the extra meaning of effort,
perhaps even love. Hand-dipped candles have an almost hypnotic
appeal, and are as satisfying to make as they are to enjoy
afterward.
The environmentally conscious candle makers (or 'chandlers,' as
they are traditionally known) will want to get their hands on
some wholesale soy candle wax. This non-petroleum product can be
purchased at wholesale rates for those willing to purchase in
bulk. Of course, those who purchase soy way wholesale with the
intent of making their own candles must absolutely acknowledge
the inherent danger of the process, especially when they plan to
turn candle-making into a family event. Soy wax can be an
extremely dangerous product when treated negligently, and the
potential for burns is something every parent should be aware
of. Children working with soy candles should pull their hair
back and wear aprons, shoes, socks, and protective eyewear.
Though let's be sure to remember purchasing wholesale soy and
making your own candles isn't the only way to avoid the
sometimes crude commercialism of the "big box" retailers. There
are a number of respectable, small, and ethical companies today
making non-petroleum, soy candles, and their products are
available in much smaller quantities than wholesale. By
supporting these companies you not only spare yourself the
potential waste of excessive product – 50 lbs. wholesale sure is
a bonus, but it's also a LOT of soy wax – but also support a soy
candle company with their heart in the right place. Which, when
it comes to a thoughtful gift, is the next best thing. |