Starting and running a candle business is an exciting journey filled with creative potential and entrepreneurial challenges. One of the most critical decisions you'll face as a candle maker is choosing the right platform to sell your products online. Should you jump into Etsy with its built-in au...

Starting and running a candle business in today’s digital age means navigating a complex social media landscape. With platforms like Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, Pinterest, Threads, X, Blue Sky, and even YouTube vying for our attention, it’s tempting to try to be everywhere at once. But here’s a ...

Starting a candle business is an exciting journey, but one of the most common questions I get asked is, “How much does it really cost to start a candle business?” Not just some vague number you find online or in social media groups, but a real-world, detailed breakdown from someone who’s been in ...

Starting a candle business is an exciting journey filled with creativity, passion, and the satisfaction of sharing your unique scents with the world. But beyond crafting beautiful candles, one of the most critical factors that can make or break your success is how you price your products. If you’...

Starting a candle business is an exciting journey filled with creativity, passion, and the desire to share something beautiful with the world. But if you want your candle brand to truly stand out in today’s crowded marketplace, there’s more to it than just crafting delightful scents or designin...

Starting a candle business is an exciting and creative journey, but as many makers quickly discover, candle making itself is only the beginning. The real challenge—and the real opportunity—lies in shifting your mindset from crafting beautiful candles to running a sustainable, thriving business...

Starting a candle business can be an exciting journey filled with creativity, passion, and countless learning opportunities. But many aspiring candle makers often ask, "What's the best way to sell candles?" The truth is, there is no one-size-fits-all answer. Our own journey at Candle Business ...

Starting a candle business can feel overwhelming, especially when you’re juggling a full-time job and uncertain about where to begin. But what if I told you that it’s absolutely possible to go from candle-making experiments in your kitchen to building a million-dollar candle brand? In this com...

Pricing can make or break your candle business. We’ve seen too many incredible candle makers burn out (pun intended) because they weren’t charging enough to stay profitable.

In this guide, we’ll show you exactly how we price our candles—including our formulas, examples, and common mistakes to...

Welcome to our deep dive into the most pressing questions surrounding the candle-making business. Whether you're just starting out or looking to elevate your existing candle business, these insights will guide you through social media strategies, supplier selection, and essential business tips. L...