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The Complete Candlemaker: Techniques, Projects & Inspiration (Paperback)

~ Norma Coney (Author)

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In Norma Coney's comprehensive guide to candle-making techniques, handsome color photos and detailed text illustrate how to make 40 different kinds of candles, a number of them unusual (marbleized, tie-dyed, carved--even appliquéd). There are some amazing candles here, such as the water candle (in which a pillar candle is surrounded by what look like rolling waves of wax), sand candles, and cut-and-curl tapers. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

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Both these books cover essentially the same ground and are good basic guides for making candles. They deal with waxes, wicks, molds, scents, and a variety of decorating techniques. Oppenheimer's book has a more extensive text with line drawings, while Coney's is completely illustrated with color photographs. Both have more information on candle-making than Gloria Nicol's The New Candle Book (LJ 11/1/95), a guide that emphasizes candle display. These are both good basic books for the library craft collection.
Copyright 1997 Reed Business Information, Inc.

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Paperback: 128 pages
Publisher: Sterling; illustrated edition edition (December 31, 1999)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 1887374507
ISBN-13: 978-1887374507
Product Dimensions: 9.8 x 8.4 x 0.4 inches
Shipping Weight: 1 pounds

Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars See all reviews (8 customer reviews)

Amazon.com Sales Rank: #966,943 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars A truly beautiful book., December 7, 1998

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Norma Coney has done it again! As with her soapmaking book, THE COMPLETE CANDLEMAKER provides simple and easy-to-follow directions while elevating the quality of the product by providing many beautiful examples and corresponding photos to inspire even the most timid first-timer. The production value of this book sometimes makes it feel like a coffee-table offering; even if you aren't interested in actually making the candles yourself, there is enjoyment to be derived just from getting to see this lovely collection. I eagerly await the next offering from this talented author and craftsperson.

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5.0 out of 5 stars For the beginner, this is excellent!, November 23, 1998

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I saw this book in the store as I was walking by and picked it up. That's when my hobby with candles began. The design is wonderful and Coney covers alot more than other books I've seen with great visual examples necessary to get inspired.

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4.0 out of 5 stars Gorgeous pictures, and lovely ideas, but...., June 4, 1998

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"I was really surprised that the author stresses the use of stearic (animal based additive) and completely omits the additive vybar, which is a viable and most preferable additive to many people. Her creative ideas are sound but some procedures do seem to be altogether forgotten. If it weren't for the pictures and some of the projects I would have rated this book a lot lower. Beginners should not start here as they may be confused later by some of the things that were completely missing, or they may not get the results they want due to a simple lack of knowledge that should have been included. But for the intermediate to advanced candlemaker, this book can offer some interesting new techniques, it should be in your library."

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4.0 out of 5 stars The pictures alone will Excite you!
I really enjoyed this book. The author really goes into details to make your candle making experience as unique and hassle-free as possible. Read more

Published on March 12, 2004 by RQ Stovall

3.0 out of 5 stars Good basic information
The author provides great information on the history of candles and gives good basic info for folks just starting out. Read more

Published on January 2, 2003 by SueP

5.0 out of 5 stars You'll enjoy this book
This is the second candlemaking book I have bought since I have taken this up as a hobby. The book offers great candle project ideas along with easy to follow instructions and... Read more

Published on May 9, 2001 by techegrrl

5.0 out of 5 stars This book give you a great basic for all candlemaker.
This book give you some important tips which some other don't have. If you really want to be the great candlemaker, please keep this one in your library.

Published on October 6, 1998

5.0 out of 5 stars Just likIt covers so many techniques and problems
I would highly recommend this book to any candle maker. Coney is the candle guru. I often refer back to this book more than any other.

Published on October 3, 1998

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