Download or read book The Candlemaker's Companion written by Betty Oppenheimer and published by Storey Publishing. This book was released on 2004-03-01 with total page 208 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This complete guide to making your own candles covers everything you need to know! With Betty Oppenheimer's illustrated, step-by-step instructions, you'll learn how to create rolled, pour, molded, gel, and dipped candles; scent and color your candles; make special containers and gift packaging for your candles; create luminaria and lanterns; and use special techniques, such as overdipping, painting, layering, and sculpting.