The Secrets of Candy Making Success – part of the Sustainable Christmas Stocking Challenge

Sustainable Christmas Gift Giving

Candy making is both a science and an art.  Getting the mixture just right can seem more like alchemy than chemistry for the uninitiated.   I’ve had a few candy failures in my years of making candy for Christmas, and I’ve learned some tricks that can help you have success right from the start.  So get [...]

Making bee’s wax candles — How to make your own candle wicking

Bees wax candle making

This time of year every culture’s holy-day incorporates candles to spread warmth, light, and memories.  Making your own candles with your family increases togetherness, and gives you control over the ingredients.  While paraffin candles contain petroleum by-products, as well as stearic acid, a derivative of beef and sheep tallow, bees wax candles are made from [...]