JenniferK

Hello, all! Since many here make and sell canldes professionally, I am sure this is the right group to ask: Are there any regulations, laws or governing bodies or state boards that regulate or dictate who can and can not be a professional candle maker in the USA or any of the states? Are there any laws other than sales that govern who can be a professional candle maker? Are there any certification required to become such a professional? Or are good quality candles and a sales license enough? Thanks!!! jen k

I'm really digging the term "wick dipper!"

You guys are all crazy!!! Maybe that is why I am having such a good time here!! jen k

I was thinking maybe "candle artisan" sounds kind of nice. :undecided Feedback??? jen k

I am curious about this as I never want to offend anyone by using the wrong term or title. What do folks who create candles as a profession call themselves? Is it simply "candle maker"? "Candle craftsperson"? What??? Thanks! I am just getting started into this... so, if I seem to ask rather basic questions, now you know why. jen k

Thanks for this info. I am so used to having to get certified in something before I can do it. Glad to here tere are still some art forms out there unregulated.

Are there any educations...i.e. degrees or certifications... or specific trainings one has to possess to make and/or sell candles and soaps???

I am really new to the idea of selling my candles and soaps and am wondering... are there and laws, rules, or regulations regarding the creation, manufacture, and sale of candles and soaps??? I come from the medical feild here in the USA where everything you do, say and think is heavily regulated... so I am a bit gun shy whenever I venture into new territory. Are there any licensing issues or training and educations requirements I need to be aware of??? I am sure I will need a sales license... but other than that I need info and help. Thanks!!! Jen K