Learn How to Make Candles: A Step-by-Step Beginner’s Guide
Influences
A course by xoilluminated (Belinda Resendez) , Candle Making Instructor
Joined June 2024
Joined June 2024
About the video: Influences
Overview
“Many of my influences revolve around the world of fandom and themes. Some of my influences include Disney, Harry Potter, animation, television, and film. I love visiting Disneyland and immersing myself within the park to gather inspiration for my candles. Additionally, I also watch a lot of film and television. For example, one of my first popular candles that sold out in 8 seconds was from the Nightmare Before Christmas film. It featured one of the main characters, Oggie Boogie. ”
In this video lesson xoilluminated (Belinda Resendez) addresses the topic: Influences , 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
“In this lesson, I will share with you some of the many influences that I have that are part of my candle making. When I started, Disney was very huge for me. This is an example of a Disney-inspired candle that I made. It is inspired by my favorite Disney film, The Nightmare Before Christmas. I decided to make this candle because when I was on TikTok back in 2021 during COVID, I hadn't seen any themed whipped candles anywhere. When I developed my brand, I wanted to make sure that I created my image in a market that was not yet saturated. This is a huge tip that I will be recommending for you...”
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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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