Learn How to Make Candles: A Step-by-Step Beginner’s Guide
About Me
A course by xoilluminated (Belinda Resendez) , Candle Making Instructor
Joined June 2024
Joined June 2024
About the video: About Me
Overview
“I'm Belinda, your course instructor and the Creator and Owner of XO Illuminated. I began my candle-making journey in 2020 and what started as a hobby quickly grew into something more! Having a passion for my health and the environment, I decided to make my own soy-vegan and chemical-free candles, wax melts, and soaps.”
In this video lesson xoilluminated (Belinda Resendez) addresses the topic: About Me , which is part of the Domestika online course: Learn How to Make Candles: A Step-by-Step Beginner’s Guide. Learn candle making basics using soy wax, fragrance oils, and wicks for creative, eco-friendly home scents.
Partial transcription of the video
“Hi everyone, I'm Belinda, your course instructor. I have my very own candle making brand that I started from the ground up in 2021, and it's called XO Illuminated. Back in 2021, when COVID hit, I was certain that I wanted to pursue candle making as a living. During this time, I began researching different videos on TikTok and seeing what I really like to do. It then hit me one day that I really loved making candles, so I decided to make my own candle and to see how it did. Little did I realize that my business would begin taking off on TikTok, and I began making sales through my website. Fa...”
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Course summary for: Learn How to Make Candles: A Step-by-Step Beginner’s Guide
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DIY, Interior Design, Product Design
xoilluminated (Belinda Resendez)
A course by xoilluminated (Belinda Resendez)
Belinda, the creator and owner of XO Illuminated, embarked on her candle-making journey in 2020, transforming a personal hobby into a thriving business. With a passion for health and environmental sustainability, she crafts soy-vegan and chemical-free candles, wax melts, and soaps. Her expertise extends to various techniques, including the "whipped wax" effect, glittering, and decorative wax molds. Belinda's dedication to her craft has led her to partner with major brands such as Brambleberry and Bulk Apothecary, and she has gained significant exposure through her creative presence on platforms like TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube.
Her brand, XO Illuminated, took off in 2021, propelled by viral success on social media and increasing sales through her website. Belinda possesses a deep understanding of the intricacies of candle making, from selecting the right wick size to achieving optimal fragrance loads. Her candles resonate with fans of Disney, Harry Potter, and more, drawing inspiration from beloved films and childhood memories. Known for her innovative approach, she continuously tests new techniques to offer unique products to her customers. With a focus on creativity and quality, Belinda is eager to share her knowledge and guide others in the art of candle making.
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