Information on Business:
Basics:
Candlemaking takes much skill and patience. It is ideal as side income unless you become so proficient at it that you expand the business. It is important to specialize in certain type of candles so as to target a specific market, unless you have the time and ability to diversify. Also keep safety in mind in this business since a fire hazard is always present when working with wax. You should be able to charge between five and $25 or more per candle.
To Get Started:
You should attend craft shows and festivals in your community to promote your products, also approach candle and crafts retailers and offer them samples of your candles. Purchase the required equipment depending on the number of candles you wish to make.
Tips:
You can also have this business at home. Usually a staff is not required since it requires the tradesperson only to make the candles. People with disabilities should be able to run this business. You should advertise to craft stores, individuals, and candle distributors. For Internet links for this business do a search on the National Candle Association, the Chandler Guild, Candletech and Pioneer Thinking.
Definition:
Makes candles for individuals craft stores and festivals.
Revenue Range:
$4000-$6000 per year
Education and Training Required:
Be able to understand a skilled trade. Understand fire prevention.
Equipment Required:
Candle molds, fragrance, candle wicks, baking soda, coolers for storage, fire prevention equipment.
