How to Choose the Right Candle Fragrance for Each Room in Your Home

How to Choose the Right Candle Fragrance for Each Room in Your Home Choosing the right candle fragrance isn’t just about picking a scent you like—it’s about how that scent works in a specific spa...

Fragrance Oils vs. Essential Oils in Candles: What’s the Difference?

When shopping for candles, many people wonder whether fragrance oils or essential oils are better. Essential oils are often associated with being “natural,” while fragrance oils sometimes f...

Do Soy Candles Really Burn Cleaner? What “Clean Burn” Actually Means

Do Soy Candles Really Burn Cleaner? What “Clean Burn” Actually Means If you’ve ever shopped for candles, you’ve probably seen the phrase “clean-burning” used a lot — especially when it comes to so...

Why Teaching Will Always Be Part of What We Make

People often ask how Turn2Candles started. The short answer is candles.The real answer is teaching. Before we ever poured wax into a jar or cut an upcycled bottle, my wife and I spent our days in a...

What Are Upcycled Bottle Candles? (Sometimes Called Alcohol Bottle Candles)

Upcycled bottle candles are handmade from reclaimed wine and liquor bottles and filled with natural soy wax. Often called “alcohol bottle candles” online, they contain no alcohol — just thoughtful ...

Can You Bring Your Own Bottle to Make a Candle? Yes — Here’s How

Have a wine or liquor bottle you don’t want to throw away? Turn it into a custom soy candle. Learn how our bring-your-own-bottle process works and create a one-of-a-kind upcycled candle you’ll actu...

Why Premium Soy Wax Melts Are a Flame-Free Way to Enjoy Home Fragrance

Wax melts offer a simple, flame-free way to enjoy home fragrance without sacrificing scent strength or quality. For households that prefer electric warmers, shared spaces, or added peace of mind, p...

What Makes a Candle “Clean-Burning”?

“Clean-burning” is one of the most common phrases shoppers look for when buying candles—but it’s also one of the most misunderstood. A clean-burning candle is less about hype and more about materia...

Soy Wax vs Paraffin Candles: What’s the Real Difference?

Not all candles are created equal. If you’ve ever wondered why some candles burn smoky, tunnel quickly, or feel “heavy” in the air, the wax type is often the reason. Here’s the real difference betw...

What Are Upcycled Bottle Candles?

Upcycled bottle candles are candles made from repurposed wine and liquor bottles that would otherwise be discarded. Instead of sending glass to a landfill, these bottles are transformed into functi...