Learn How to Make Candles: A Step-by-Step Beginner’s Guide
Wicks
A course by xoilluminated (Belinda Resendez) , Candle Making Instructor
Joined June 2024
Joined June 2024
About the video: Wicks
Overview
“I'll talk about the different types of wicks you can use to make your candles. You will learn about proper wick size for your vessel, how to place your wicks, and how to determine how many wicks you will need. ”
In this video lesson xoilluminated (Belinda Resendez) addresses the topic: Wicks, 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, we will learn about the different types of wicks that you can use in your candles. There are two types of cotton wicks we will learn about, Eco and HTP. Eco wicks are best used with our soy wax. They are a flat cotton wick that have a good burn stability and they burn well in vessels. Eco wicks come in a variety of sizes ranging from 1 to 14. These wicks come with a size guide to help you find the right wick for your vessel and to help you determine how many wicks you will need. The size of a wick is based on the length and thickness of the wick. Generally, wicks are availab...”
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Course summary for: Learn How to Make Candles: A Step-by-Step Beginner’s Guide
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Areas
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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