Cut and Carve Candles

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From tapers with simple twisted ribbons of wax to an elaborate candle shaped like a lighthouse, these 20 cut-and-carve projects have a beautiful look all their own. Yet they're simple to make: just dip a molded base candle into layers and layers of colored wax, then carve, twist, and curl patterns into the surface. Explore the many possibilities by learning all the basic cuts, from scrolls and bows to loops, and then combining them to create an infinite number of wonderful effects.

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Library Journal Review

With their wonderful ribbons and curls, carved candles look good enough to eat. Professional candle maker Brooks reveals the mysteries of creating these confections with instructions for molding a core candle, dipping it in colored wax to form layers, and making the basic cuts to produce curls. Step-by-step projects for carved pillar candles feature a variety of colors and design techniques. Several incorporate seashells into the candle. This well-illustrated book is a good selection for public libraries. (c) Copyright 2010. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.