These original candles are hand dipped and hand carved by experienced artisans at Holland House Candles. Inside of each candle is a clear paraffin core, which allows light to travel through it when the candle is lit.

The process starts with a molded core made of high-quality, clear paraffin. The core is dipped in hot, colored wax, and then cooled by dipping into cold water. This process is repeated until 30 - 35 layers of colored wax are added to the core. Besides adding the color to the candle, the dipping incorporates heat into the candle as well. While the candle is warm from the dipping process, it is carved using simple tools and artistic expertise. The carving must be finished in approximately 15 minutes or the wax will become too cool and hard to carve.

The carving process exposes both the layers of colored wax, and the original clear core underneath. When our candles are lit, the light from the flame will travel through the clear core, allowing light to show through the designs. 

This video is from the TV-show "How it's made" (Discovery Channel) and was prepaired with cooperation of Holland House Candles artisans. You can see all of the process by yourself. Enjoy!

It is time to decorate your home for summer. Pattern for this simple but whimsical candle mat is a courtesy of Bird Brain designs.

This simple and easy craft will help you to transform a regular candle into a treasured handmade one. Instructions and pattern for lovely Beeswax Candle Bow are published on Better Homes and Gardens website.

This sure is a season to appreciate warmth of handmade candles! Made out of wax sheets, these candles do not require melting, and very easy to make. Handmade candles make a wonderful holiday present, and it's a great project to do with your children too.

Learn how to make Rolled Beeswax Candles on FaveCrafts website. Registration is required.