Uniquely shaped candles like the moulded pillar candles, eg. Beeswax Honeybee Gnome Candle. These Pillar Candles are individually handmade in small batches, the wick position through the candle may vary, and burning times may be different between candles. It is very important that after each burn the wick is centred to get the most from the candle and due to the shape. Also keep candle away from drafts. Although we do a lot of testing to find the best burn time for the candles, we cannot guarantee each candle will burn evenly. Stop burning the candle before the end approx 1 cm of wax remaining, this will stop the wick from falling over, also stops the candle holder/plate or jar from getting too hot and breaking.

Natural candles like Beeswax and Soy will have a white 'frosting or bloom' develop over time, this is a naturally-occurring process that happens, the wax is trying to return back to its natural form and as a result it begins to crystallize, its nothing to worry about and does not affect the candle or burning the candle. This does change the look of the candle, if you dislike the frosting you can easily remove it by gently wiping off the frosting with a clean lint-free cloth. If the candle is painted don't use a cloth because this will remove the paint. Another way is to use a hairdryer on a low heat, use the heat to gently warm the candle just enough to remove the frosting like magic!

When lighting homemade candles, safety should always be a priority. To ensure safety, always use a heat proof dish or holder for your candles. This will help to catch any wax that might drip and prevent any accidents. Make sure the candle is straight and secure. It helps with pillar candles, to melt the wax at the base of the candle with a flame and let a few drops of wax drip onto the candle dish and then press the candle down into the melted wax making sure the candle is straight and hold until secure. If you are lighting more than 1 candle, make sure they are well space apart, the heat from one candle may melt the other candles resulting in an uneven burn. Keep the candle away from any flammable objects, and never leave a lit candle unattended. Lastly, remember to always burn your candle in a well-ventilated area.

Beeswax is a hard wax and likes a long burn with a minimum burn of  1 or 2 hrs but no long than 4hrs. Soy wax also likes a long burn, with container candles they like to be burnt until the melt pool reaches the sides of the container otherwise you may get tunnelling, this is when the candle burns down the middle leaving the side of wax creating a tunnel effect. When you light a homemade candle, it is important to keep the wax clean so that it does not become contaminated with debris or dust. It is also important to make sure that the wick is trimmed to the correct length before each use. This will help to keep the flame burning evenly and will help to prevent the candle from burning too quickly. Additionally, making sure the flame is not too large will help to extend the burn time of the candle, if this happens extinguish the candle, trim wick and then re-light the candles. This will help to ensure that the candle has an optimal burn time.