You’ve been searching everywhere for those heavenly scented soy candles you found in a specialty shop — but have yet to find them. Did you know you can use your favorite scents and make your own?

As the days get shorter and colder and the nights grow long, people tend to want to make their homes feel cozier. One of the quickest ways to do so is with candles, so now is the perfect time to ...

The following is an excerpt from Candlemaking the Natural Way: 31 Projects Made with Soy, Palm and Beeswax by Rebecca Ittner (Lark Crafts, 2010). The excerpt is from Chapter 6: Upcycled Candles. I ...

Essential oils are a popular part of holistic aromatherapy and can be found in cosmetics, candles and other natural products. There are nearly 100 types of essential oils, each with its own scent and ...

I still remember the first candle I ever made. It was a cozy fall afternoon, and I had gathered everything I thought I needed ...

When fall arrives, thoughts often turn to home and that cozy, comforting vibe we all crave. Lighting a chic, heavenly-scented candle is an easy way to capture that autumnal feel, but the price of ...

Jennifer Nelson is a health and wellness writer with more than two decades of experience. She is the author of Airbrushed Nation: The Lure and Loathing of Women’s Magazines. Love to give homemade ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." While candles wield the power to make a space much cozier by perfuming the air with aroma, not all of ...

Make cozy candles at home in just a few steps. Pick your scent, tint the wax, and pour into jars—try the marbled option for a pretty finish. It’s quick, budget-friendly, and perfect for gifts or a ...