Luminate 365 Candles: Candle Maker's Journal
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, by Mika Jackson Why You Should Always Measure Fragrance Oil by Weight
When you're first learning to make candles, it's easy to assume that measuring fragrance oil in milliliters (ml) is the right way to go. After...
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, by Mika Jackson Heat, Hustle & Hard-Won Lessons: How I Mastered the Summer Market Season
Summer is a couple months away, but here in Texas, it will begin to feel like in a few weeks, so I wanted to share...
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, by Mika Jackson Pretty Doesn't Always Mean Safe: My Take On Decorating Candles
Before I say anything else, I want to be clear about something. This post is not about calling out other candle makers. It is not...
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, by Mika Jackson Light and Legacy: Candles, Black History, and the Power of Resilience
Explore African American candle history, resilience, and modern artistry, celebrating Black History Month while honoring heritage, culture, and the power of light and legacy in...
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, by Mika Jackson Did You Know That Lighting a Candle Can Help You Slow Down and Reset Your Mind?
Most of us spend our days rushing from one thing to the next. I’ve found that lighting a candle creates a quiet pause that helps...
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, by Mika Jackson Are Candles Safe? A Reassuring Guide for Everyday Use
Candles have been part of everyday life for thousands of years. Long before electricity, people relied on candles to light their homes, guide their evenings,...
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, by Mika Jackson Juggling Holiday Travel and Your Busiest Season: A Candle Business Survival Guide
The holidays are a beautiful contradiction for candle business owners. It's our busiest, most profitable time of year, and it's also when we're expected to...
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, by Mika Jackson The 84-Candle Rule: My Journey to Mastering Candle Making
Make 84 candles and give every one away? The 84-candle rule sounded excessive at first, but this practice taught me more than any tutorial ever...
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, by Mika Jackson Natural vs. Synthetic Fragrances: What's Really in Your Candles?
Natural or synthetic fragrances, which is better? The answer might surprise you. I am letting you know what's really in your candles and why the...
