Candles in the current scenario are used for several purposes like decoration & gifts. They are always an indispensable part of the festivities and usual home décor. But this doesn't imply that using candles is something new for the human civilization. Candles date back to the age of cavemen! There is a belief that the French cavemen used candles while etching and painting the walls. Some remains of candles made out of animal fats are found in the French cave areas. Further, evidences of candles in the old ages are said to be found in Egypt. Historians believe that the Egyptians made candles by dripping bees' wax on leave stems. The sense of creating something - something colorful, beautiful, attractive and soothing - it is indeed a great feeling. The artists such as potters, writers and designers love their each piece as their children. They put all their love, emotions and thoughts in their creations. One such cherished and beloved activity now-a-days is - Candle Making. Many people have a hobby of making candles in their free time or the vacations. Very often it is seen that those who know candle making shift to it to vent out their overwhelming emotions such as stress & anger. Along with light, candles are also a great source of aroma and fragrances these days. Vanilla, jasmine, chocolate cake, cinnamon rolls…….. the fragrances are endless. Similarly there is a never ending list of the shapes, sizes, deigns, shades and looks of the candles. This activity is a great pastime for special moments as well, for instance parents making candles together with their children, or gifting the same to your family & friends on special occasions. At times people just gather the basic information and start practicing the art with full courage. But this way we often miss out the necessary safety prospects and other interesting parts of this great art. Here a few basic facts pertaining to the art of candle making:

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