The Complete Book of Candles: Creative Candle-Making, Candleholders and Decorative Displays

by Gloria Nicol

Book Overview

Inspriatioal ideas for creating enchantment by candlelight. A complete practical guide to making candles, from melting, scenting, dipping and twisting to elaborate decorative effects. Creative ideas... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0754802760
• ISBN13: 9780754802761
• Release Date: September 2000
• Publisher: Lorenz Books
• Length: 256 Pages
• Weight: 3.55 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 9.3" x 12.0"

Customer Reviews

Can't imagine it being more complete.

I aspire to make my own candles for special occasions. I picked up this book because it looks like the only one I'll need. It takes you from candle-making (rolled, dipped or moulded) to candle decorating and when you're done with that, you learn to make your own candlesticks, candelabras, pots, holders, lanterns, sconces, and chandeliers. When you're done with THAT, you can create stunning displays based on color or season, decorating your home or for entertaining. Every single page has full color photos of the steps of the project and the finished project. You can simply browse the book as an art book - it's lovely. I love the folk art carving project and gold-leafing project. Bravo for a great craft book.

Elegant designs

When Gloria says "complete" she means complete. There are so many projects in this book i wonder if i'll ever complete them all. She has some of the freshest ideas i've seen. Very elegant in the designs and for the most part, easy to follow instructions. A book for all those interested in the elegant side of candles.