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Top 5 lessons learned at the 2 year mark.
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It's hard to believe I launched my website two years ago today. I had absolutely no idea how to build a website, but I found it wasn't as hard and intimidating as I thought it would be. Shopify (not sponsored) offers many easy to use templates. If you have some basic to moderate level computer technology skills, you could totally figure it out. And well, if not...there's always YouTube. Some of my earliest formulations were epic fails. But I always found a way to problem solve, and improve ratios, essential oils and aesthetic design. I literally fumbled my way through...
Why Are Trimming Candle Wicks So Important?
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Trimming a candle wick might seem like a small, unnecessary step, but it can make a big difference in how your candle burns. When a wick is too long, it creates a larger flame that melts more wax than necessary, giving the candle excess fuel. As a rule of thumb, after every four hours of burning, extinguish the candle and let it cool completely (usually about two hours for larger candles). Once it reaches room temperature, trim the wick to about one-eighth to one-fourth of an inch before relighting.
About Moonchild Candle Co.
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It was important that I develop a better soy candle, free of all toxic chemicals and phthalates, so you could feel good about filling your home with a safe, non-toxic, clean burning scent.