There is nothing quite like the freedom of crafting your culinary creations or or personal care formulations in the comfort of your kitchen. But as your small-scale production continues to grow, the limitations of your existing space may become apparent. The time comes when you must make a significant transition — moving your operations...
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Whether you’re a candle maker looking for a way to make good use of wick remnants & wax, or you’re a candle-burning fan who wants to use up that last bit of candle, we’re here to show you how to make fire starters and how easy it is! If you’re a candle maker, and...
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From time to time we field questions about what influences the cost of fragrance oil. There are many market factors that influence the cost of a fragrance oil formulation, but before we look at the primary drivers below, we should clarify Fillmore’s commitment to our TruScent fragrance line. TruScent was born of the marketplace...
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As the days get shorter and the mercury drops, more and more people choose candles to bring those cozy vibes of autumn into their homes and work spaces…and then transitioning into the woodsy spruces and all the aromas of the holidays and long winter months. According to the National Candle Association, about 35% of...
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It’s that time of the year! Whether your crunch time is the lineup of craft shows, makers markets, pre-holiday shopping, prepping for Black Friday or Cyber Monday, these ordering tips will help you stay in stock & reduce your stress through this busy season. #1 Order EARLY to allow for those unforeseen delays! Winter...
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These amazing wooden lids & candle covers are officially here! They are beautiful additions to our candle vessels and they are cut from sustainably managed forests and made here in the USA. Why does grown & made in the USA matter to us? And why do we believe that it’s worth the extra investment?...
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If you are comparison shopping or trying to determine your cost of goods in order to set your own pricing, understanding your landed cost is a necessity. Here, we show you how to calculate landed cost. Why should you calculate landed cost? To save money! This is really to only way to ensure that...
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While candle making may appear to be a relatively easy project, any experienced candle maker will quickly admit that it takes significant commitment of time and resources to produce a quality candle. In our soy wax troubleshooting guide, we provide some helpful tips for candle makers when working with vegetable-based waxes like soy. Whether...
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