There is something incredibly grounding about the soft glow of a candle, especially when you’re settled in for an evening of knitting or crafting. However, for those of us who find synthetic fragrances or even essential oils a bit overwhelming, the “unscented” market can be surprisingly limited. And it is not just limited but often times even the unscented candle tends to have an unpleasant smell that I just cannot stand.
So I recently set out to make my own 100% beeswax tapered candles. My goal was simple: create a clean-burning, steady flame that wouldn’t flicker while I work with my yarn, and avoid the headaches that come with perfumed waxes.
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