novicecrafter Posted January 30, 2006 Share Posted January 30, 2006 hello everyone I am new around here but did not see an intro forum so Hello! I need a list of books that would be helpfull to buy. I am looking for ones that have great instructions for beginners and up to date info on different waxes/techniques. so if you can think of any great titles or perhaps the books you use as reference at home please post=)I understand that if I want to make some of the more creative candles using soy/vegtable waxes will not always be possible, but I would like to stay as natural as possible=) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
candlesprite7 Posted January 30, 2006 Share Posted January 30, 2006 One great book is The Encylopedia of Candlemaking Techniques by Sandie Lea The Candlemakers Companion by Betty OppenheimerThose are two of the books I own....I can't remember the rest they are all in my basement work area right now...LOLHTH! Have fun! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SatinDucky Posted January 30, 2006 Share Posted January 30, 2006 Welcome to the board Personally I've found much more information here than in any book, between the links to the left, the FAQ's and all the old posts with questions and answers. Oh yeah, and the archives of the old board too! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
candlesprite7 Posted January 30, 2006 Share Posted January 30, 2006 And what Ducky said, it is true you can only get so much out of a book, but it is a great beginning! I have gotten soo many tips and ideas since I found this board it is unbelieveable. I have filled an 120 page notebook with notes on things to try...LOL.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
novicecrafter Posted January 30, 2006 Author Share Posted January 30, 2006 awsome! thanks for the advice=) I have noticed that this site has tons of info, though for some reason the cold soap making method doesnt have any instructions? it has a list/table of contents but you cant access the chapters? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SatinDucky Posted January 30, 2006 Share Posted January 30, 2006 Wow.. I hadn't looked at the B&B link since we got the new board :embarasse LOLThey may still be working on it. Dunno. That's RobinOR's tutorial though. You can view it at her site as well...http://watersgulch.com/howtocp.shtml Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scented Posted January 30, 2006 Share Posted January 30, 2006 I've got two favorites:The encyclopedia of Candlemaking (because it's fun and an easy read with a variety of techniques in it)andCandle Making A Step by Step Guid from beginer to expert by Bob Sherman. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sharyl55 Posted January 31, 2006 Share Posted January 31, 2006 A couple of good books are a great start. The Complete Candlemaker by Norma Convy covered safety, additives and what they do, the basics of containers, molds, etc. It will give you a handle on terminology and techniques. You could check out your public library. Would give you a chance to see if the book has the info you are looking for before buying. Once you decide on the book(s) you want, check Amazon.com. I bought mine used there for a fraction of the cost. Just be sure to get a book that covers safety. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DonnaGA Posted January 31, 2006 Share Posted January 31, 2006 Candle Making A Step by Step Guid from beginer to expert by Bob Sherman.I like this book also. It was available at the public library.Check your library system.HTH.donna Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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