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Basic Candle Making
Eric Ebeling, editor
Scott Ham, candle maker and consultant
photographs by Alan Wycheck
Each step illustrated with color photos
How to avoid common mistakes
Information on scents and dyes
Step-by-step color photographs and
descriptive detail make this book indispensable for beginners looking to
create beautiful and functional scented candles on their very first try, and
for experienced crafters who want to sharpen their skills. Precise
instructions eliminate the guesswork that too often creeps into how-to books.
Gleaned from the expertise of master candle makers, this guide presents
everything a novice needs to know to get started crafting traditional tapers
and molded candles, container and rolled beeswax candles, and interesting
variations on each. Includes guidelines for buying tools and materials,
preparing the work space, and working safely and effectively, as well as
suggested shopping lists.
This book includes the
contributions of veteran candle makers and crafters. Scott Ham is a master
candle maker and owner of The Gettysburg Candle Company and Moonacre Iron
Works in
Gettysburg,
Pennsylvania
. Alan Wycheck is a photographer based in
Harrisburg,
Pennsylvania.
Format: PB
Pages:
128 pages
Photos:
400 color photos
Publisher:
Stackpole Books
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