Our NEW Candle Making Kits are here! This is where the fun begins and below is your guide for creating your own patterned tin candles, just remember, have fun and enjoy. Before you get started, you need to ensure that your workspace is clean and clear, and you have the following items to hand… You […]
Where do you start when it comes to creating colourful candles? In our latest guide we are covering all you need to know about using dye chips to colour your wax projects from candles to wax melts. Bekro’s highly concentrated dye flakes are easy to work with, do not alter the burn or scent of […]
Are you ready for wedding candle season? It’s the magical season, full of love, happiness, and celebration. From the beautiful flowers, decorations to the delicious food and drinks, weddings are a feast for the senses. If you’re looking for a unique and personalised gift for the happy couple, then making homemade candles is a great […]
What inspired you to create ‘The Noir Candle Company’? First of all, I have always loved anything that makes my home smell nice, like candles, diffusers, etc and secondly when my son was born in 2018, I was diagnosed with aggressive melanoma. My treatment made it hard for me to go back to work and […]
What are the 9 natural classification categories for fragrance oils and products containing them? With the wide range of words used to describe natural fragrance products it can be hard to know which one to use for your homemade creations or the products you are purchasing. Here at Cosy Owl we have put together a […]
Sweating is a natural occurrence in soap making. The sweating occurs between moisture in the air and a humectant substance in the soap. In melt and pour soaps the humectant is Glycerin. Glycerin makes the soap easy to work with and naturally draws moisture from the air onto your skin, leaving you with smooth and […]
With the King’s coronation around the corner it’s time to celebrate our wonderful Best of British fragrance oils. These fragrances remind us of beautiful flower filled gardens, freshly picked fruit and Summer days spent in the great outdoors. From candle table centre pieces to wax melts, we have the fragrances you need to mark this […]
Want to learn how to make solid shampoo? Everything you need is all in one kit available here. Bergamot is a beautifully citrus essential oil, extracted from the rinds of an orange from a bergamot tree. This recipe will take you through all the steps you need for making four gorgeously scented bergamot solid shampoo […]
There are a variety of ways to melt wax and soap bases. Let’s take you through each one… Cosy Owl Double Boiler: Fill the double boiler with water half way (225ml) Place on a hob at a medium heat Add soap base or wax into the boiler and gently stir until fully melted Do not […]
How did you start up Glisten and Glow Candles? The Girls, Ella and Keira started Glisten and Glow Candles to give them something to do while they couldn’t go out or go to school during the Covid lockdown. Their Mother Tracy helped get them get started with the legal bits like the CLP’s and insurance […]
Looking for Spring wax melt inspiration? We have you covered with our latest makes, from gorgeously detailed rabbit wax tablets, to relaxing lavender wax melts. These ideas will get your creative juices flowing, with fragrances that ooze fresh homegrown flowers or sweet sticky honey. Abbey and Hayley have challenged one another to come up with […]
What are essential oils? Essential Oils are commonly used in aroma therapy to improve health and well-being. They are concentrated oils that contain highly potent chemical compounds that are found inside many plants and they each have a characteristic essence. These oils can stimulate areas of your brain such as the limbic system. This system […]
Lavender essential oil is found in a variety of natural health products and cosmetics. It is one of the most popular oils in aromatherapy, with soothing properties which assist with promoting good sleep and improving relaxation. Today we are sharing with you this gorgeous wax melt recipe which includes a decorative dried lavender detail to […]
Wick to Container Size Chart Choosing a wick for your candle is an important process for making sure your candle burns safely and correctly. Important elements to look out for when testing your wicks: Consistent flame size No mushrooming or blooming A consistent and moderate candle container temperature Correct sized wax melt pool No smoke […]
What inspired you to start Becky Bees Candles? Firstly, my life long love and empathy for nature and wildlife. As a child I could often be found rescuing injured birds, hedgehogs and my personal great love, bees, who sometimes needed shelter from a heavy down pour of rain or a little energy boosting sugar meal […]
Feature In Our Blog… We are super excited to announce our new small business feature blog! This is where we pick a wonderful small business who shops with us, to be featured on our blog and share their story. Not only this but we now have a brand new creators section in our email newsletters, […]
Multi-wick candles are perfect for this time of the year. With more than one wick, these candles create a warm glow with multiple flames which are comforting and add a cosy feel to a room. Larger candle containers often need more than one wick to distribute the heat evenly, leading to a cleaner and more […]
With the Spring season upon us, this means it’s nearly time to enjoy all the wonderful fragrances from fresh and floral to fruity and sweet. With so many fragrance oils to choose from, we have made it easy to choose with our 2023 trend edit. These Spring fragrance oils can be paired perfectly with wax […]
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Popping a wax melt into a warmer can instantly transform the atmosphere of a room by releasing your favourite aroma. What’s great about making your own wax melts is that you can personalise them with a variety of dye, glitter, mica powder and fragrance oil combinations. The making process is fun and easy to craft in the comfort of your home too. Not […]
Be inspired by our Spring/ Valentines fragrance oil range, perfect for a variety of projects including candle, wax melt, soap and diffuser making. Find out more about scent notes, what is on trend this season and how to get started with beautiful aromas. Watch our Instagram live playback with Lyndsey from Cosy Owl and Abbey […]
Inspired by our wonderful essential oil properties, this hanging soap recipe is a match made in heaven with patchouli, dried rose bud decorations. With gorgeous patchouli essential oil benefits, this soap assists with relaxation, uplifting the mood and properties that enhance the mind. Combined with rose buds for a touch of elegance, these hanging soaps […]
Spread the love with this adorable homemade heart candle recipe. Add your chosen fragrance oil and dye to make your candle personal to yourself or a loved one! We have chosen this deep dark red dye to match the glorious scent of black cherry. With this scent you can experience a prominent aroma associated with […]
Valentine’s Day is a the perfect time to craft something for yourself or loved ones as a little pick-me-up treat. A beautiful scent is always a winner for this time of the year, with fresh flowers, perfume and sweet treats being popular gifts. We have taken this as inspiration for our latest wax melts recipe, […]
Caring for your candle will help extend its life, ensuring a longer burn time and lasting scent. These tips and tricks will help keep your candle lasting as long as it should and keep you on track to burning a candle safely. 1. Burn a candle for no longer than 3-4 hours at a time. […]