The very first time you burn your candle it is important that you burn it long enough to create a wide “melt pool” (liquid wax). Ideally, your first burn will create a melt pool that extends close to the edge of the candle. This technique creates a “memory ring” for your candle and lays the foundation for future melts. This technique also helps prevent your candle from tunneling.

The recommended burn time (each time) for each beeswax candle is different but a safe rule to follow is:

<<the diameter of candle is = to the minimum hours burn time>>

Example: a 3” pillar candle should burn for 3 hrs min. A decorative or taper candle is smaller in its size and can be burned for less time.

It may seem counterintuitive but the longer your burn your beeswax candles the better they’ll perform! Have issues with your wick? Can’t get your candle to stop tunneling?

Before each use, trim the wick to 1/4”.

Think you may have trimmed your wick too short? Simply melt the wax (using a safe heat source) around the wick until a small pool of wax forms, pour out the liquified wax, and start over!

Light the wick from the base of the wick (where the wick comes out of the candle) to allow the beeswax to absorb into the wick.

If your wick does any of the following, it likely needs to be trimmed:

• Flame Height: The flame is excessively high (more than 1 inch).
• Flickering Flame: The flame flickers or dances frequently, indicating an uneven burn.
• Smoke Production: Black smoke visible, which is a sign of an overly long wick.
• Mushrooming Wick: The wick forms a mushroom shape at the tip, which can cause soot and uneven burning.
• Large Melt Pool: The melt pool is unusually large and deep, consuming wax too quickly.
• Irregular Flame: The flame becomes irregular or starts to sputter.

Lanterning is a method where you leave the walls of the candle intact. As the flame burns, it creates a hollow center, with the flame flickering from within the candle. This method creates a beautiful, lantern-like effect. Here’s how to lantern your candle:

1. Light Your Candle: Allow the flame to burn as usual without pressing the walls.
2. Observe the Formation: The flame will gradually drop down, hollowing out the center while leaving the outer walls standing.
3. Aesthetic Appeal: Enjoy the mesmerizing flicker of the flame from inside the candle, casting a warm, ambient glow that enhances the aesthetic of your space.

Lanterning is ideal for those who love the visual appeal of a candle, enjoying the unique and stunning look it creates as it burns down. Don't forget, I have a recycling program where I'll buy back the husks of your wax!

Hugging your beeswax pillar candle involves gently pressing the softened walls of the candle into the flame. This technique ensures that the wax melts evenly, extending the life of your candle. Here’s how to do it:

1. Light Your Candle: Allow the flame to create a melt pool that reaches the edges of the candle.
2. Hug the Edges: Once the walls of the candle are soft, use gentle pressure to press the edges into the melt pool. This helps the wax to melt evenly and completely.
3. Enjoy a Longer Burn: By using more of the wax, your candle lasts longer, providing a more sustainable and efficient burn.

Hugging is perfect for those who appreciate the full utility of their candle, ensuring that every bit of beeswax is used, and nothing goes to waste.

Slow Burn candles I recommend hugging:

• Pepper
• Winnie
• Hexagon Pillars
• Large Pinecone
• Ribbed Triangle

Tapers are sensitive to their surroundings. Burn them in a draft-free space to encourage an even, dripless burn. A gentle environment = a steady flame.

Candle safety is all about remembering that a candle is an open flame and treating it accordingly. In addition, please consider the following:

• Never leave burning candles unattended.
• Never burn a candle on or near anything that might catch fire.
• Keep candles out of the reach of children and pets.