1. What is soy wax?

2. What is palm wax?

3. Soy vs. Paraffin?

4. Do I need to trim the wick in my candle?

5. What is meant by a "mushroom" on the wick?

6. Are there rules to burning a candle?

7. What is the best way to extinguish a candle?

8. Does Kreative Kraftwerks use lead wicks?

9. Will Kreative Kraftwerks be at any craft fairs?

A.  100% natural soybean wax candles are the first new innovation in the candle industry in over 100 years.  Soybean wax is water-soluble and can be easily extracted from glass, tin, and other material for effective recycling.  The wax in these clean-burning candles is made from vegetable oils direct from safe food-grade sources.  Unlike paraffin, this wax does not contain any petroleum or chemicals.  Soybean wax is so completely non-toxic that the raw wax is actually edible.  Without color or fragrance added, food can be safely cooked in soy wax just like any cooking oil in your kitchen.  Now you have the environmentally sensible alternative: Soybean wax for clean-burning candles.

A.  Palm wax is 100% natural plant wax that is made from the tropical palm plant. A great natural alternative to soy and beeswax.

A.  The debate continues.  Kreative Kraftwerks uses soy wax for most of their candles.  Because soy wax is so soft and would require additives to make pillars, we have chosen to make some of our pillars out of palm wax.  Both soy and palm waxes are 100% natural.  Paraffin wax is a petroleum product.  However, we do use paraffin wax to make our "fun" pillars.  With paraffin, we are able to make rustic-looking pillars and chunk pillars.  Neither soy nor palm wax can be used to achieve those appearances.  There are many claims out there that one wax is better than the other; however, we believe it is merely a question of personal preference.
 

A.  Yes.  Any flame has the ability to produce smoke and soot.  Wicks that are trimmed to 1/4" (1/8" for palm wax) before each use will provide a more even and controlled burn and will significantly reduce the likelihood of smoke and soot.  If your flame reaches a height greater than 3", immediately extinguish your flame, allow your candle to cool, and trim the wick.

A.  A mushroom-shaped mass on the top of a wick is caused by a build-up of carbon deposits.  If a mushroom forms, extinguish the candle, allow it to cool, and trim the wick to 1/4" before relighting.

A.  Absolutely.  Safety should be your first priority when you choose to light a candle.  Burn candle within sight and out of reach of children and pets. Never burn candle on or near anything that can catch fire. Keep wick centered and trimmed to 1/4" at all times to prevent excessive flame or smoke. Do not allow wick trimmings or other debris to fall into melted wax. For best performance, burn until wax melts evenly across container, not exceeding 4 hours. Discontinue use when only 1/2" of wax remains in bottom of container or on pillar. Never move a hot candle. Never burn candle unattended or near a draft. Failure to follow these instructions could result in fire hazard or injury.

A.  The best way to extinguish a candle is with a wick dipper.  This is a metal tool designed to push the lit wick into the pool of melted wax to put out the flame.  After the flame is extinguished, use the dipper to gently lift the wick back up.  It is now wax coated and ready for the next burn.  Using a wick dipper to extinguish a flame eliminates the smoke, smell and splattering that may occur when you blow a candle out.

A.  All wicks are made with 100% natural product utilizing pure cotton or a cotton/paper core combination and coated in beeswax.

A.  Yes, we will.  Most of our fairs are in the fall of the year.  Check our calendar often, as it may change.