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CANDLEMAKING BOOK BIBLIOGRAPHYNOW OVER 100 REVIEWS!(last updated: JUNE, 2025)The oldest mass market book I know of on candle-making was published in 1944. That was after World War II. There have got to be books on the subject older than that I'm not aware of, but I think it was such a ubiquitous skill for most of history that no one considered it necessary to write much down. I'd be keenly interested in any older books being brought to my attention. Sandie Lea's The Encyclopedia of Candlemaking Techniques
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Everything Candlemaking Book, by M.J. Abadie (TPB:2002)
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The Candle Book(Lothian Craft Series), by Pamela Allardice (TPB:1997) |
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Creative Candles: Easy! Safe! Fun! Honeycomb wax candles...for every occasion!, by American Handicrafts Co. (TPB:1964)
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Crafts Encyclopedia: Illustrated Step-by-Step on 22 Popular Crafts, by American Handcrafts Co. (TPB:1973)
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Candles Candles Candles!, by Christine Angeli (TPB:1996)
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Making Candles & Potpourri: Illuminate & Infuse Your Home,
by Catherine Bardey (HC:1999)
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Candles, Garlands & Circles: The Complete Book of Candles; The Complete Book of Garlands, Circles and
Decorative Wreaths (Two Book Box Set), by Fiona Barnett (HC:2000) |
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Festive Flames: Bright ideas in Candle Crafting to make every occasion special…using polypropylene molds,
by Mickey Baskett (TPB:1973)
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Cathy's Candles: Rekindle an Old Craft, Create Candles by Reusing and Recycling,
by Catherine Basten (TPB:2004) |
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Romantic Candles, by Conchita Reyes Berry (TPB:1967)
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Contemporary Candles, by Conchita Reyes Berry (TPB?:1971)
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Making Gel Candles Your Business, by Sonny Bio (TPB:2002)
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Candlemaking For Profit, by Eugenia (Deannie) Bourn (HC:1973)
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Cut & Carve Candles: Beautiful Candles to Dip, Carve, Twist & Curl,
by Dana Marie Brooks (TPB:2004)
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Murder Most Crafty, by Maggie Bruce (editor) (PB:2005) |
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Letters from the Hive: An Intimate History of Bees, Honey, and Humankind,
by Stephen Buchmann (HC:2005) |
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Candlecraft Lesson Binder, by Candle Institute (TPB:1962)
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Step-by-Step Candlemaking, by Marie Carey (TPB:1972) |
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Candlemaking, by Marie Carey (TPB:1973) |
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Beeswax and Wicks, by Marianne Chalmers (TPB:2000) |
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Create Your Own Candles: 30 Easy-to-Make Designs, by Laura Check (TPB:2004) |
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The Candlemaker’s Primer, by K. Lomneth Chisholm (TPB?:1973) |
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Waxwork: Making and Using Candles in the Home, by Diana Civil (TPB:2000)
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Fragrant Candles (Milner Craft Series), by Rhondda Cleary (TPB:1997) |
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Wix & Wax: The Complete Book of Candlemaking, by Mary Lou Clemm (TPB:2000)
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Candle Making, by Anne Collings (TPB:1971)
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Introducing Candlemaking, by Paul Collins (HC:1972)
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Candle Making Ideas, by Communications Properties, Inc. (Magazine:1969???)
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Simple Pleasures: Candles, by Conari Press (HC:2004)
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The Complete Candlemaker: techniques, projects, and inspirations, by Norma Coney (TPB:1997)
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Candlemaking: Creative Designs and Techniques, by David Constable (TPB:1992)
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Beeswax Crafts, Candlemaking, Modelling, Beauty Creams, Soaps and Polishes, Encaustic Art, Wax Crayons,
by David Constable (TPB:1996) |
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Beginners Guide to Candlemaking, by David Constable (TPB:1996) |
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Handmade Candles: recipes for crafting candles at home, by Country Living (HC:1998)
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Decorating With Candles: Accent for every home, by Country Living (HC:2000)
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Poured Candles and Trims, by Craft Course Publishers, Inc. (TPB:1965)
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Traditional American Crafts, by Betsy B. Creekmore (TPB:1971)
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Candlemaking Simplified, by Gloria Williams Cromwell (TPB:1999) |
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Candle Craft, by Cunningham Art Products (TPB:19??) |
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Candlemaking: Where to Find or Locate Information on Candlemaking Data Notes and Recipes,
by Data Notes Publishing (Ring-bound:1983) |
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Candlemaking Made Easy, by Decorator Crafts(with Conchita Reyes Berry) (TPB:1971)
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Crystal Candles, by Design Originals (HC/TPB:???)
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The Magic Candle: Facts and Fundamentals of Ritual Candle Burning,
by Charmaine Dey (TPB:1982)
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Candle Making, by Maria and Louis di Valentin (HC:1974)
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Color Me Blue, by Carol E. Doerflinger (TPB?:1977) |
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Alternative Cash Crops, by James A. Duke (HC:1993) |
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Basic Candle Making, by Eric Ebeling (TPB:2002) |
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Candles: Over 20 Projects for Making and Displaying Candles,
by Marion Elliott & Diana Civil (HC:1997)
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Candlemaking For Fun & Profit, by Michelle Espino (TPB:2000)
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Making Candles & Soaps for Dummies, by Kelly Ewing (TPB:2004) |
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The Candlemaking Design Book, by Carol Feder (HC:1974) |
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Sculptured Wax, by Beverly Ferguson (TPB:1966)
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Basic Steps to Candles: 63 Clever Creations, by Delores Frantz (TPB:1994) |
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How to Make Beeswax Candles, by Clara A Furness (TPB?:1979) |
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The Master Book of Candle Burning, by Henry Gamache (TPB:1985) |
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How to Make Handmade Candles at Home, by Olivia Garden (TPB:2019) |
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Candle Making, by Lynne Garner (HC:2001)
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5 Minute Candle Making, by Lynne Garner (Kit:2004)
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The Candle Maker, by James W. Gick, Jr (TPB:1972)
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The Advanced Candle Maker, by James W. Gick, Jr (TPB:1972)
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Candles for Beginners to Make, by Alice Thompson Gilbreath (HC:1975) |
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Candlemaking(Colonial Williamsburg Foundation Library research report series),
by Harold B. Gill (TPB:1981) |
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The Complete Guide to Gel Candlemaking: Learn How to Create Beautiful, Scented Gel Candle Designs in Just a
Few Easy Steps, for Fun and Profit!, by Karen Renee Graddy (TPB:2005) |
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Gel Candles: How to Make for Fun & Profit!, by Annette Graf (TPB:2001) |
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Painted Candles, by Pam Gregg, Julie McGuffee (TPB:1995)
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Tall Book of Candle Crafting (Little Craft book Series), by Gary V. Guy (HC:1974) |
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Easy-to-Make Candles, by Gary V. Guy (TPB:1979(2nd rev))
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Basic Candle Making: All the Skills and Tools You Need to Get Started
, by Scott Ham (TPB:2002)
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Illuminate: Living with Candles, by Amanda Hammond, Tiffany Manning (TPB:2001)
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The Art of Candlemaking, by Earl Hansbrough (Pamphlet:1971) |
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Crafts for Today: Ceramics, Glasscrafting, Leatherworking, Candlemaking, and Other
Popular Crafts(Spare Time Guides), by Rolly M. Harwell (HC:1974) |
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Creating Candles, by Hazel Pearson Handicrafts (TPB:197*)
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Poured Candles & Trims, by Hazel Pearson Handicrafts (TPB:197*)
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The Big Book of Candles, by Sue Heaser (TPB:2002) |
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Introduction to Candlemaking: A Step-by-Step Guide, by Beatrice Heller (TPB:1972)
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Traditional Crafts, by Linda Hetzer (HC:1978) |
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The Complete Candlemaker, by Ann Hirst-Smith (TPB:1974)
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Tie-Dye, Batik and Candle Making in Easy Steps, by Ann Hirst-Smith (TPB:????) |
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Making Homemade Soaps & Candles: A Garden Way Guide, by Phyllis Hobson (TPB:1975)
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Making Soaps and Candles(the County Kitchen Library), by Phyllis Hobson (TPB:1984) |
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Candle Making: Work With Wicks and Wax, by Deborah Hufford (HC:2005) |
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Great Candles, by Stewart D’Arcy Hyder (TPB:2000)
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The Book of Candles: A practical and creative guide to using candles decoratively in
your home, by Miranda Innes (HC:1991)
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Candlemaking the Natural Way, by Rebecca Ittner (HC:2010)
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Tie-Dye, Batik and Candlemaking in Easy Steps, by Norma Jameson, Ann Hirst-Smith (HC:1976) |
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Candlemaking & Decorations: A Step-by-Step Guide, by Valerie Janitch (HC:1973)
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The Handmade Candle Book, by Alison Jenkins (HC:2001)
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Candle Lighting Encyclopedia: Volume I, by Tina Ketch (TPB:19??) |
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Candle Lighting Encyclopedia: Volume II, by Tina Ketch (TPB:1993)
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Candle Lighting Calendar Guide, by Tina Ketch (TPB:19??) |
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Quick & Clever Candles, by Jean Kievlan (TPB:19??) |
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Creative Candle Kraze, by Jean Kievlan (TPB:19??) |
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Candlemaking, by William W. Klenke (HC:1946) |
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Sculptured Sandcast Candles, by Gary Koeppel (HC:1972) |
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The Candle Book, by Carli Laklan (HC:1956)
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The Book of Candlemaking: Creating Scent, Beauty and Light, by Chris Larkin (HC:1998) |
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Candles by Design, by Darl Lawson (TPB:2001) |
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Joy of Soy Candles, by Darl Lawson (TPB:???)
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The Encyclopedia of Candle Making Techniques, by Sandie Lea (HC:1999)
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The Ultimate Candle-Making Book, by Sandie Lea (HC:1999) |
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The Candle Maker: How to Make Candles in Your Own Kitchen, by Claire Leavey (TPB:2002)
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Candles and Candlecrafting, by Stanley Leinwoll (TPB:1973)
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Candle Creations: Making and Arranging Candles for Beautiful Effects,
by Simon Lycett (TPB:1999)
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Candlecraft, by Paul Marko (HC:1999)
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An Introduction to Candle Design, by Paul Marko (HC:2000) |
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Essentially Candles: The Elegant Art of Candlemaking & Embellishing,
by Robert S. McDaniel (TPB:2001)
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Painted Candles, by Julie McGuffee, Pam Gregg (TPB:1995)
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Candle Making, by Terence McLaughlin (HC:1974) |
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Painting on Candles for Home Décor & Gifts, by Suzanne McNeill (TPB:1999)
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Gel Candles 101, by Suzanne McNeill (TPB:2000)
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Easy Festive Candles, by Valerie Meyer (TPB:1998) |
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Candle-making is Fun, by Valerie Meyer (TPB:2000) |
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Fantastic Gel Candles: 35 Fun & Creative Projects, edited by Marcianne Miller (TPB:2002)
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The Ultimate Gel Candle Book, by Marcianne Miller (TPB:2003)
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Traditional Candlemaking: Simple Methods of Manufacture, by Deborah Millington (TPB:1992) |
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Kitchen Candlecrafting, by Ruth Monroe (HC:1970) |
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At Wicks End, by Tim Myers (TPB:2004) |
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Snuffed Out, by Tim Myers (TPB:2004) |
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Death Waxed Over, by Tim Myers (TPB:2005) |
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A Flicker of Doubt, by Tim Myers (TPB:2006) |
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A Pour Way to Dye, by Tim Myers (TPB:2006) |
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Dead Men Don’t Lye, by Tim Myers (TPB:2006) |
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Candles, by Jon Newman (HC:2000) |
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Creative Candlemaking, by Thelma Rita Newman (HC:1972)
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Candles: A Step-by-Step Guide to Creative Candlemaking, by Arden J. Newsome (TPB:1972) |
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The New Candle Book: Inspirational Ideas for displaying, using and making candles,
by Gloria Nicol (HC:1995)
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Candles: Illuminating Ideas for Creative Candle-making and Enchanting Displays,
by Gloria Nicol (HC:1999)
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The Complete Book of Candles: Creative Candle-making, Candleholders and Decorative Displays,
by Gloria Nicol (HC:2000)
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Candles: Making and Displaying: Enchanting Ideas for Creating and using Candlelight in the Home,
by Gloria Nicol (TPB:2000) |
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Candles for the Home: Inspirational ideas for displaying, using and making candles, by Gloria Nicol (TPB:2004)
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Scented Candles: 20 Fragrant Projects for All Occasions, by Gloria Nicol (TPB:2003) |
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Complete Book of Candles and Candlemaking, by Gloria Nicol (HC:2004) |
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How to Make Glow Candles: No. 519, by Novelcrafts (Pamphlet:19??)
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Sculptured Wax Candles: No. 521, by Novelcrafts (Pamphlet:19??)
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Candles Stacked And Striped: No. 522, by Novelcrafts (Pamphlet:19??)
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Fantasy Candles and Free-Form Wax Creations: No. 524, by Novelcrafts (Pamphlet:19??)
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Hurricane and Glass Container Candles: No. 525, by Novelcrafts (Pamphlet:19??)
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Candle Ideas Using Colored Wax Chunks: No. 526, by Novelcrafts (Pamphlet:19??)
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Special Day Candle Ideas: No. 527, by Novelcrafts (Pamphlet:19??)
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Old World Hand-carved Candles Using Decorator Molds: No. 528,
by Novelcrafts (Pamphlet:19??)
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Candle Crafting, from an art to a science, by William Nussle (HC:1971)
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Naturally Creative Candles, by Letty Oates (TPB:1997)
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Modern Art of Candle Creating, by Don and Ray Olsen (HC?:1963) |
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Nature’s Candles, by Don Olsen (HC:1976) |
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Candles that Earn: Creating and operating your own successful candle business,
by Don Olsen (TPB:1990)
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The Candlemaker’s Companion: A Complete Guide to Rolling, Pouring, Dipping, and Decorating Your Own
Candles, by Betty Oppenheimer (TPB:1997)
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Making Hand-Dipped Candles, by Betty Oppenheimer (TPB:1999) |
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Candle Making (Step-by-Step Crafts), by Cheryl Owen (TPB:2002) |
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Kitschy Crafts: A Celebration of Overlooked 20th Century Crafts, by Jo Packham, Matt Shay (TPB:2006)
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The Candle Magick Workbook, by Kala & Ketz Pajeon (TPB:1991)
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Candle Making Made Easy, by Susan & Martin Penny (HC:2000) |
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Candle Creations: Ideas for Decoration and Display, by Vivian Peritts (TPB:2001)
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How to Make Paper Candle-Shades, by Polly Pinder (TPB:1994)
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The Family Creative Workshop, Vol. 3(of 22),
edited by Steven Schepp (HC:1976)
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Candle Making Instruction Book, by Pourette Candle Supplies (Pamphlet:19??)
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Pourette Metal Mold Instructions, by Pourette Candle Supplies (Pamphlet:19??)
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Pourette Crystal-ettes, by Pourette Candle Supplies (Pamphlet:19??)
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Carved Candle Patterns, by Pourette (TPB:1972)
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”The Candle Cauldron: The Candle Makers Monthly Periodical(Issues 1-88)”,
by Pourette Candle Supplies (Mag:Oct. 1966-Jan. 1974)
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Lighting Crafts (Creative Leisure Series), by Glen Pownall (TPB?:19??) |
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Candle Art: Instructions & Creative Ideas, by Norma J Prokopenko (TPB:1972)
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Paula Pryke’s Candles, by Paula Pryke (TPB:2004) |
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Five-minute Candlemaking, by Quarto Publishing (Booklet:2004) |
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Gel Candles: Creative & Beautiful Candles to Make,
by Chris Rankin, Marcianne Miller, & Julie Boisseau (TPB:2001)
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Candle Making For Fun!, by Dana Meachen Rau (TPB:2008) |
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Creating and the Art of Blending Colors in Candles, by Walter Reddig and Mabel Atkins (Booklet:1969)
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Good Gifts from the Home: Candles, Bubble Baths & Other Romantic Indulgences,
by Kelly Reno (HC:2000) |
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Candlemaking (Teach Youreself Books), by Carson I. A. Ritchie (TPB:1976) |
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Candle Crafts, by Paola Romanelli (TPB:2001) |
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Honey: From Flower to Table, by Stephanie Rosenbaum (HC:2002) |
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Making Candles (Kids Can Do It), by Judy Ann Sadler (TPB:1998)
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Discovering Wild Plants: Alaska, Western Canada, the Northwest,
by Janice J. Schofield and Richard w. Tyler (TPB:2003)
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Getting Started in Candlemaking, by Walter E. Schutz (TPB:1972)
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Candles from Bayberries, by Phil Schwind (TPB?:1968)
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Beeswax Candles, by Search Press Limited (TPB:1996)
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Candle Art, by Ray Shaw (TPB?:1973)
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Candle Making: A Step by Step Guide from Beginner to Expert, by Robert Sherman (TPB:2002)
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Candles: elements of the table, by Sara Slavin and Deborah Jones (HC:1996)
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Creative Candles: 40 inspiring projects for making and decorating candles for every occasion,
by Sue Spear (HC:1996)
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Candle Making in a Weekend: Inspirational ideas and practical projects,
by Sue Spear (TPB:1999)
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Instant Gratification: Candles: Fast and Fabulous Projects,
by Carol Endler Sterbenz (TPB:2001)
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Embellishing Candles: 31 Delightfully Decorated Candles for Any Decor!,
by Teri Stillwaugh (TPB:1996)
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Candle-Making, by Susanne Strose (HC:1968)
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Beeswax Molding & Candle Making, by Richard Taylor (TPB:1975)
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Decorating Candles, by Terry Taylor (TPB:2001)
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Gel Candles: How to Make & Market Gel Candles that Sell Like Wildfire!,
by Lynn A. Thomas (TPB:2001)
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Candle Magic,
by Todtri Book Publishers (TPB:2002)
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p-710 Blue Ribbon Patterns: Hobbies for Fun & Profit, ed. by Tower Press (TPB:1970)
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Creative Candles: 40 Projects(#3150), by Chantal Truber (TPB:1995)
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Embellished Candles Without Hot Wax, by Virginia Tucker (TPB:1995)
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Beeswax Candles, by Virginia Tucker, Linda Rocamontes (TPB:1995)
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Honey-Bee Candles, by Virginia Tucker (TPB:1995)
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Celebration Candles, by Virginia Tucker (TPB:1995)
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Creative Candlecraft, by Joan Ann Unger (TPB:1972)
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Candlemaking for the First Time, by Vanessa-Ann (TPB:2004)
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Crafts Jamboree, by Yvonne Deutch (HC:1975)
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Aromatic Candles, by Rosevita Warda (HC:2001) |
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Relax to the Max: 60 Candles, Scents, Soaps, & Potpourri Crafts to Create Your Own Bliss, by Rosevita Warda (TPB:2005) |
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Contemporary Candlemaking, by William E. Webster with Claire McMullen (HC:1972)
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The Compete Book of Candlemaking, by William E. Webster with Claire McMullen (HC:1973) |
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Here is Your Hobby, Candlemaking, by Byron G. Weis (HC:1977) |
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Gel Candles: 40 Creative Projects, by C. Kaila Westerman (SprlBnd:2002) |
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Candles:Easy-to-Make Projects to Give and Treasure (Keepsake Crafts), by Pamela Westland (TPB:1995)
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Wick, Wax and Talk, by Maxine Wilhelm (TPB:1972)
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Wick, Wax and Talk: 2nd Time Around, by Maxine Wilhelm (Booklet:1990)
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Wax Crystal Candle Craft, by Betty Wilkinson (HC:1994)
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Wax works: Introducing Candlemaking Techniques in appliqué and Spray Painting(Royal Craft Library),
by Ponny Williams (Pamphlet:1973) |
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The Hive: The Story of the Honeybee and Us, by Bee Wilson (HC:2006) |
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Secrets of Candle Dipping, by Clyde Wynia, Russell Schmidt (TPB:1970)
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Secrets of Candle Crafting, by Clyde Wynia, Russell Schmidt (TPB:19??)
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Secrets of Sand Casting Candles, by Clyde Wynia, Russell Schmidt (TPB:1972)
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Candles to Burn, by Tom Yaley (TPB?:1972) |
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Jewelry, Candles & Papercraft, by Cameron Yerian (HC:1974) |
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