Candle Making Business Supplies

From LoveToKnow Candles

If you're interested in earning money from selling your handmade candles, you may find yourself wondering what candle making business supplies are needed for your entrepreneurial endeavor.

With a bit of planning, you can make money selling candles.

Essential Candle Making Business Supplies

If you plan to begin selling your homemade candles, you'll need to stock up on several of the most common items used in candle making. For example:

  • Wax: It's amazing how much wax you'll go through when you are selling your handmade candles! Make it your first business task to find an affordable source of wax, then get in the habit of placing a regular order to make sure you always have what you need on hand.
  • Wicks: Although it's possible to make your own candle wicks, buying pre-made wicks is generally the most practical and cost-effective solution for the candle making business owner.
  • Fragrance: You can start with some of the most popular candle scents, like vanilla and various floral blends, then branch out into more exotic fragrance options.
  • Dyes: Although it is possible to use broken bits of Crayola crayons to color your homemade candles, you'll probably want to invest in some professional quality dyes for your new business venture.
  • Molds: Pillar and votive candles tend to be the most popular, but shaped novelty molds may give you a unique niche for your business.
  • Containers: If you are planning to sell jar candles, you'll need several different types of containers for your business. Discount and dollar stores are a wonderful source of cheap glassware, but you may also find several bargains at your local thrift shop.

Unless you live in a large area with several different craft stores, it can be difficult to find all of the candle making business supplies you need locally. Consider looking for items at the following online retailers:

To keep your candle making supplies organized, consider making an inventory spreadsheet in Microsoft Excel. This will help you remember when it's time to buy more wax or when you need to be looking for new molds for the seasonal candles you plan to make.

General Business Supplies

In addition to the items you need to create your candles, you'll also need a few general supplies for your business.

  • Business cards
  • Fliers and brochures
  • Promotional giveaways, such as pens and notepads with your business information

VistaPrint is a great online resource for buying these essential business items. Free samples are available, shipping is reasonable, and regular coupon codes can help you save even more off the site's already low prices.

Getting a Business Credit Card

As you're gathering candle making business supplies for your entrepreneurial endeavor, you may find it helpful to apply for a business credit card. In addition to offering a lower interest rate than a personal credit card, a business credit card will make it easier to keep track of your expenses when it comes time to pay taxes on your self-employment earnings. To learn more about how to find a card that fits your needs, check out these LoveToKnow articles:

Additional Information

For additional information about starting your own candle making business, LoveToKnow Candles recommends reviewing one or more of the following helpful reference books:

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