There is still a lot of confusion over whether paraffin wax can be classed as vegan friendly and whether it is harmful to the environment, with this article we want to tackle some of the common misconceptions and issues surrounding paraffin wax and concerns surrounding veganism and sustainability. With its origins in the Petroleum industry, […]
At Cosy Owl, we are always striving to ensure the safety and ethical sourcing of our products, we know that our customers want to use as natural products as possible that also perform exceptionally. To this end, we clearly label any of our fragrance oils that contain CMR’s, Phthalates, Parabens, Silicone and PEG, which we […]
UPDATED: 28/01/2020 – Shortlist announced Across the East of England, we have seen some truly fantastic artistic creations. It has been a challenge to shortlist the top 15 entries. However, they are included below for you to see and are listed in no particular order. Winners will be announced on February 10th. 1. Chloë Mae […]
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Like all other candle making supply companies, we supply an excellent range of quality fragrances, at great prices, all exclusive to us and these have been very well received and grown in range greatly since we began. These are great for most candle makers but we wanted to be able to offer not just more […]
The rise of the digital environment has revolutionised the way we live our lives. In the modern world, toddlers watch YouTube videos on iPads, children have smartphones with social media and parents catch their favourite shows on streaming platforms like Netflix. If we want to set an alarm for the morning, the days of searching […]
At Cosy Owl we are pleased to be able to offer an ever-growing range of Vegan Candle Making Supplies. We have a strong ethical ethos and ensure all our products are sustainably sourced, environmentally friendly, cruelty free and increasingly, vegan friendly. For your convenience we clearly mark every product to show if it is completely […]
What needs to be included on the Label When fragrance oils are used at different percentage loads, they will trigger different information that is required to be present on your CLP labels. Only if triggered, it must contain all or some of the below: Supplier Identification – This is always needed and must include the […]
A wooden wick is the perfect addition to any natural looking candle and is Vegan friendly, cruelty free and delivers a classic yet stylish finish. When making a wooden wick candle, additional preparation is required and so we have detailed below how to pre-wax the wick ensuring you use these correctly. Ingredients Wooden wicks (always […]
Bring a smile to any Dads face with a unique home-made candle, which you can easily personalise with his favourite colour and your own unique label. Below is our guide for making a two-tone marble candle with a choice of wick finishes. Ingredients Approx. 250-300g of either Kerawax 4105 or Kerasoy 4130 (per candle) 3g […]
You have perfected your new craft and interest in your product is picking up. So, it is important that as a business owner, you are protected and compliant with Trading Standards. As well as, all legal aspects of selling your product. Hopefully, our simple guide will answer any questions you have and will provide all […]
As a candle manufacturer and supplier, labelling your product correctly is the most crucial element of your business. Not only because failure to do so will see you breaking the law, but an incorrectly labelled product would void your insurance. The Classification, Labelling and Packaging Regulation (CLP) stipulates that all new products with hazardous substances […]
Instead of gifting chocolates this Easter, why not do something more heart-felt and create a fun Easter basket? Whether you make it alone or involve the family, this is the gift that lasts longer than chocolate… Ingredients 800g of either Kerawax 4105 or Kerasoy 4130 3g of 10/937 Yellow Dye 3g of 60/1127 Lilac Dye […]
Why not show your Mum that there is more than just one layer to your love for her? Below is the recipe for making not just a 3-wick candle, but a 3-colour layered candle too! It’s easy to make and guaranteed to put a smile on any Mum’s face. Ingredients 500g of either Kerawax 4105 […]
Everyone wants to spoil their Mum on Mother’s Day, so why not take your time and create her a unique gift she will love. This candle gift set is easy to make, and you can add anything you like to personalise it further. Follow our step by step guide to make your own Mother’s Day […]
Before you get started making a pillar candle, you need to ensure that your work space is clean and clear, and you have the following items to hand: Ingredients A heat source to melt the wax Double boiler or pan inside a pan to melt the wax in Your mould for making your candle Something […]
Before you get started making a candle, you need to ensure that your workspace is clean and clear and you have the following items to hand: A heat source to melt the wax Double boiler or pan inside a pan to melt the wax in Something to stir the wax with Thermometer Pouring Jug A […]
Candle Container When using pre-waxed wicks with tabs, it is simply a case of using either a glue tab or molten wax to adhere this to the bottom of your container (ensure this is central). Then you will need to use an item to hold the wick in place and pulled taut (I normally use […]
Here we have another candle making technique for you to sink your teeth into. The mosaic candle has more to it, which means it will take longer to create your final masterpiece. This technique will need to be done over a period of a couple of days. However, the result is well worth the time […]
Welcome to the world of making candles. Whether you are experienced or new to candles marbling is a great technique for getting creative. A marble candle is the effect caused by blending two or more colours to achieve a smoky effect. To get started, you want to follow the normal guidelines for making a container […]
Candle Making Key Terms Explained Burn Pool The burn pool of a candle is the pool of molten (melted) wax surrounding the wick, it is this wax that is drawn up through the wick and combusted via the flame. As you can see by this picture the melt pool covers the entire candle and therefore […]
Wax to Container % Fill container/mould with water, measure the amount of water and round up to the nearest 10ml. Deduct 20% from that figure and that is the number of grams you need – so: For example:495ml of water in the container/mould – round up to 500mlDeduct 20% from that figure (100) giving you […]
When candle making, the importance of temperatures in every stage of the process cannot be underestimated, as doing everything at the right temperature is key to creating a successful candle. Below are our recommended temperatures for each stage of making the perfect candle, including different temperatures required for different products where necessary; Melting your wax […]
Accurately weighing out fragrance oils is essential when making multiple candles to ensure consistency throughout and one way to achieve this is to use percentages. Generally, you will be looking to achieve a 6% fragrance load but would not want to exceed 12% for most waxes. You will need a set of sensitive high accuracy […]
Welcome to creative ice cave candle technique guide. The ice cave technique is the perfect experiment for those wanting to achieve an unusual effect whilst burning the candle. As the ice melts and the wax cools, little caves are made in the candle. This not only creates a funky texture but causes a great glow […]