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Candle Maintenance
Many people don't know that you can actually improve the quality of the
flame you get from your candles. Some people think that if a flame is too
large or you are getting excess soot that it is the makers fault. Well
sometimes this is true, but often a little tender loving care can sort out
many candle problems.
An overly large flame is not only an unsightly thing to look at but it is
also a fire risk and causes excess soot and smoke. If you suffer from this
problem then simply extinguish the flame, wait for the candle to completely
cool down and then trim the wick. This should help reduce the flame size and
smoke.
Many colored candles will discolor overtime because of direct sun light. If
your candle changes color then make sure you keep it out of direct sunlight.
Also leaving candles on the window ledge can cause them to melt! So keep your
candles off of window ledges too.
If you have a candle with a normal sized flame but it is smoking then it
may be in a draft. Check all nearby windows and doors to make sure they are
shut, otherwise you are not only causes the candle to smoke but it is also a
fire risk.
Some candles are designed to be a bit drippy (wax will run down the outside
of the candle). Take proper precautions if you are unsure whether or not a
candle will drip. Placing it on a holder that will catch any drips will help
to save the carpet or table beneath the candle. Some candles are even designed
to totally liquefy when lit e.g. votive candles, so again make sure that if
you don't know about the candle you take all necessary safety precautions.
Candles are great around the home but can also be a little bit of work to
get them to burn to perfection. So keep them well maintained and use basic
safety rules. Happy Burning!
Candle Craft UK, For all you scented candle needs. Based in the United
Kingdom.
http://www.candle-craft.co.uk
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RESOURCES updated Thu. February / 09 / 2012
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Joan D. Kreider, Oct. 24, 1928 – Feb. 7, 2012Uinta County HeraldHer hobbies included oil painting, knitting, crafts of all kinds, golfing and singing. Joan is survived by her daughter, Jan Pecenka, of Evanston; sons, Jeff (Sandy) Pecenka, of Cheyenne, James (Shaunna) Pecenka, of Evanston, Jay (Sandra) Pecenka, ... |
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Learn a New HobbyAbout - News & Issueshobbies resources here on About.com, I resisted putting painting first because it would seem biased. The skills from other crafts are always useful for multimedia too... Seriously, most creative people I know have a particular focus but work across ... |
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Valentine tea to honor membersTimes-Standard... vice president, progression coordinator and is currently parliamentarian. She volunteers for the Sons of Norway, and is a deacon at the First Presbyterian Church of Eureka. Her hobbies are gardening, cake decorating, arts and crafts, and painting.and more » |
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Farm show resultsReading EagleMary Heffner, Fleetwood: four awards in the canned foods open category; first, baked products open; six awards in the crafts open category; third, hobbies. Julie Yoder, Mohrsville: third, canned foods open; second, baked products open. |
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When it comes to crafts, think beyond needlepointToronto StarI've dabbled with papermaking and encaustic, but never really took them up as hobbies. Lately, however, I've found great joy in exploring crafts with a rich history if not modern day popularity. Late last year, for example, I took an introductory ...and more » |
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Moms Talk: What Is Your Favorite Hobby?Patch.comThe other hobby I have is doing crafts with my children. They may not look that good when we are done, but sometimes it is the act of doing it that really makes it fun. Answer from Mom's Councilmember Emily (mother of 2): Some of my favorite hobbies ... |
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For hobbyists, it's creative playtimeSanta Rosa Press DemocratThe public is also invited to come by and learn more about a range of hobbies, most focused around models, many radio-controlled. The word “hobby” can evoke a limitless range of pastimes, from collecting to scrapbooking, sewing to arts and crafts, ... |
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Victorian era full of Valentine'sRepublican & HeraldWhile antique hair receivers are worth about $30 to $50 and are available at yard sales and flea markets, the hair crafts made from all of this saved hair are hard to find. Victorian women saved their hair in a small ceramic bowl with a hole in its top ...and more » |
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