Determining the selling price of a candle (diffuser/soap/cream) involves considering several key factors, including the Cost of Goods Sold (COGS), labour costs, OPEX (operating expenses), and the market price. When you are just beginning, it is very tempting to exclude key price indicators, such as labour, however you can fall into the trap of undervaluing […]
In the world of small businesses, particularly in industries like candle making, the decision between outsourcing manufacturing and producing in-house can be a crucial one. Both approaches come with their own set of advantages and drawbacks, and understanding them is essential for making an informed choice. Let’s delve into the pros and cons of each […]
Use our calculators to update the fields according to your needs – if you have any issues or need more help please feel free to reach out and get in touch with our team on hello@illuminacandlesupplies.com When the volume of Soy Wax Flakes is known: Volume of Soy Wax Flakes used per candle (g): Density between […]
Embarking on the journey of scaling up your candle making business from a garage operation to a small factory is a significant milestone that holds tremendous potential for growth and success. This transition requires careful planning, strategic decision-making, and a clear vision for the future of your business. In this blog, we’ll explore the essential […]
Scaling Up Your Candle Making Business: Transitioning from Kitchen to Garage Are you a passionate candle maker whose hobby has transformed into a thriving business? 🕯️✨ Congratulations on reaching this exciting milestone! 🎉 As demand for your beautifully crafted candles grows, you might find yourself faced with the challenge of scaling up your production operations. Moving from […]
The Kitchen Candle Maker How exciting! You have finally decided to try making a few candles for yourself and/or perhaps to give some to friends & family. Now you are getting ready to transform your kitchen into a little workshop for the day. This is exactly how we started out, as so many successful businesses […]
Behind the Scenes:A Peak Inside a Large Production Run Many of you will be at the beginning of your candle making journey so thinking about producing a thousand candles at a time for a production run would be a little freaky. Well, we have a lot of experience in large scale manufacturing and we want […]
Soy candles are considered eco-friendly for several reasons: Renewable Resource: Soy wax is made from soybeans, a renewable and biodegradable resource. 🌱 Unlike paraffin wax, which is derived from petroleum, soy wax is sustainable and reduces reliance on fossil fuels. Lower Carbon Footprint: The production of soy wax generates fewer carbon emissions compared to the […]
Did you know there is COLD THROW and HOT THROW when describing aroma? COLD THROW describes how a candle smells while the wax is solid, and HOT THROW describes the aroma given after the candle has been lit. So many candle makers think that by increasing the scent load (the % of how much fragrance used), […]
Every candle maker will have a list of tricks up their sleeves accumulated from years of making candles AND years of making mistakes. Here is a list of some of the easiest mistakes that result in a CANDLE CATASTROPHE! Forgetting to take a tare of your jug when adding the wax or fragrance could lead […]
