My New Hobby

Posted September 21st, 2009.

Recently, I have taken up a new hobby of making candles.  I find it very relaxing and enjoyable.  I have used different types of wax, but so far my favorite has been using beeswax to make beeswax candles.  Beeswax is non-toxic and it is good for the environment.  It is also drip-less and smokeless.  The color of the wax can vary due to the floral source during the bees pollination process.  It also smells wonderful.  You can also melt down the old wax carefully and use it for different things around your home.  I have made lip balm and hand lotion from the leftovers of the candles.  I searched the Internet for directions to make these items, it was quite simple.