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There’s one type of candle that appears to be the most elegant and versatile candle. That is beautiful pillar candle.  They can be used everywhere from weddings, birthdays, events or they are perfect if you are wanting enhance the style of your home. Pillar candles are some of the most versatile candles put there.  They can be tall, they can be scented or unscented and because they are bigger, they do not need a stand for burning.  They come in a wide range of size, design, shape, and colors and they also do not let you down when it comes to the decorating. Pillar candles are also one of the most purchased types of candle across the world. However, there is a downfall to these fantastic candles. If you do not know how to burn them correctly, there will be some shortcomings. Some candle novice will say that their pillar candle burns a hole right down in the center or it won’t relight. Is there really something wrong with the pillar candles or it’s the people who are not burning them the way they should be burned? To be honest, it could be either option, but we will go over a few things to prevent user error for your Pillar Candles. 

There are some questions that arise in our mind, when we see a melting candle or a lit candle in front of us. Krazykandle is here to answer some of them for you.

How do candles burn? Where candle wax goes? Does wax burn or does it evaporate? What really happens to the wax as your candle burns?

These are all common questions about how a candle works. When we see a lit candle, a lot of us may not pay attention to the wax and how it melts, but do wonder how it produces such a nice scent. The wax itself is the substance that fuels the flame and continues to burn the lit candle.

When candles were first invented, they were used as a source of light, after sunset. However, soon alternatives were found and candles became obsolete as a source of light. Candles took different shapes and sizes throughout history and their uses also changed according to humans’ needs.

Candles can be found today at any household as it serves a number of purposes. Krazykandle will discuss how to make use of candles the best way possible, according to the setting and occasion.

Candles have been with us humans for a very long time. Things get outdated and become obsolete with time, but candles are one of the few things that have evolved and progressed over the course of history. After the invention of t electricity, the use of candles still stuck with humans very much. Candles took different shapes and sizes, some coming in candle tins, and some being produced as giant candles with thick cylindrical shapes. Candles also became a means of decoration and enhanced the overall setting. Now, a lot of people use scented candles, which sets a mood for the people in the room. Some use a coffee candle, to fill the air with an aroma of coffee. Some are fond of a Vanilla candle or eucalyptus candle or keep a peppermint candle or even a lavender candle in their house.

Krazykandle can’t wait to share the different types of candles that are in use these days and most importantly, how to make best use of them.

Candle Safety Guide

Lighting candles around your home can change your whole day.  It can make your mood cheerful, gives you a peace of mind, improve the vibe around you and can help you focus. Candles can change the feeling of a room, whether you prefer a blue candle or orange candle to match your décor or prefer a Vanilla Candle or Peppermint Candle to transport you to relaxation.  However, as much as we love our giant candle, there are some safety hazards that need to be taken into account.

                  Why are Scented Candles Relaxing?

The history of candles is long and fascinating. Candles are a crucial part of human history for thousands of years. Originally, the only way to have light once the sun went down were from torches, fires, or candlelight. Torches weren't safe indoors, and walking from room to room carrying a transportable fireplace with you wasn't practical or possible. Therefore, candles lit the way. Everything was done by candlelight from dusk until dawn.

Early civilizations developed various types candles using many different waxes made from available animals, plants and insects. In the 1990s, the popularity of candles blossomed — leading to innovations in new types of candle waxes for the first time in a century.

A candle is so simple, yet it always seems to be something everyone can look forward to. The psychological benefits of burning candles can promote feelings of joy, ease, focus, energy and so much more.

 Here Krazy Kandle we use a blend of Paraffin, Say and Palm wax depending on the type of candle it is.  As always if you have a particular preference you can always contact us and we will be happy to use your preferred type of wax!

Our sense of smell is quiet possibly the most under-appreciated of our 5 senses. A certain smell can trigger long forgotten memories or a small whiff of a pleasant, comforting scent, can quickly put us into a better mood. It’s no wonder that more and more people are drawn to candles. They’re easily accessible and come in all sorts of variants for any lifestyle and budget.