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4 Ways to Maximize Your Candle Business Sales Today! Mar 29, 2025

Are you struggling to boost your sales as a candle business owner? You're not alone! Many candle entrepreneurs face the challenge of maximizing the value from each customer transaction. Here are some proven strategies to increase your average order value and grow your business, whether you sell

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Conquering Imposter Syndrome in Your Candle Making Journey Mar 29, 2025

Hey everyone, it's Sabastian here! Today, I want to dive into a topic that's been a constant companion on my journey as a candle maker and business owner: imposter syndrome. It’s something many of us face, especially when we’re venturing into a space filled with talented individuals. But fear not

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Mastering Candle Shipping: Essential Tips for Safe Packaging Mar 29, 2025

Candles bring warmth and ambiance to any space, but shipping them can be tricky. If you're running a candle business, it's crucial to ensure your products arrive at their destination safely. In this blog, we’ll dive into effective techniques for packaging and shipping candles, addressing common

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5 Smart Ways to Move Unsold Candle Inventory Mar 25, 2025

Every candle maker has faced the challenge of unsold inventory at some point. Whether it's seasonal stock or just a few candles that didn't resonate with customers, knowing how to move this inventory can make a significant difference in your business. Here are five creative strategies that we've s...

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Building a Million-Dollar Candle Business in Just Three Years Mar 04, 2025

Starting a business is no small feat, and building a million-dollar company in just a few years is an extraordinary achievement. In this post, we’ll dive deep into the ins and outs of how we turned our candle-making passion into a thriving business. From the challenges we faced to the strategies

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Candle Wet Spots: Understanding and Embracing the Imperfection Feb 07, 2025

If you've ever spotted those pesky candle wet spots and wondered if they're a problem, fret not! In this blog, we’ll dive deep into what these wet spots are, why they occur, and how to manage them without stressing. Let's embrace the unique charm of handmade candles together! You will learn to not...

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How to Sell Leftover Candles: 4 Smart Strategies to Offload Extra Inventory Feb 01, 2025

In the world of candle making, knowing how to sell candles and effectively manage your inventory is key to success. If you find yourself with surplus stock after the holidays or unsold candles from your collection, this guide provides practical strategies to help you offload that extra inventory w...

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Candle Business Questions Answered: Insights on Wholesale, Private Label, SEO, and Customer Acquisition Feb 01, 2025

In this video, we address common queries from aspiring candle entrepreneurs, providing insights on wholesale versus private label, effective pricing strategies, customer acquisition, and the importance of SEO. Whether you're just starting or looking to enhance your candle business, these Candle Bu...

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How to Make Layered Candles: A Step-by-Step Guide Feb 01, 2025

Are you ready to elevate your candle-making skills? In this blog, we will explore how to make layered candles, focusing on the delightful 'Berries & Bubbly' design. This guide will provide you with essential tips, techniques, and resources to create stunning layered candles that are perfect for a...

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How We Calculate Candle Cost of Goods (Update: We Built Our Own Software) Jun 20, 2024

Update: This post used to walk through how we tracked our cost of goods in a different inventory app. We used it for a long time, but we kept running into the same wall with every maker software we tried, so we went and built our own. It is called Makers Manager, it is built specifically for people ...

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Candle Making Business Conversations Apr 25, 2024

I wanted to take some time in the shop today to record a raw an unedited video answering some of our most recent questions.

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How We Calculate Our Cost of Goods for Our Candles Apr 06, 2024

Candle making is not just a creative outlet; it's also a business that requires careful consideration of costs and pricing strategies. One crucial aspect of managing a successful candle-making business is understanding and calculating the cost of goods accurately. In this blog post, we will take y...

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