History Of Candles
Candles were one of the most primitive methods of light, having been around for several thousand years. The Romans are credited with developing the wick candle, composed mainly of tallow from animals. This crude candle gave of a smoky unpleasant odor. It wasn’t until the Middle Ages that it was discovered that beeswax creates a cleaner burning candle but the cost of beeswax candles limited sales to the wealthy.
During America’s early years Colonial candle makers boiled bayberry bushes to extract a wax that burned clean while giving off a sweet aroma. In the 18th century the whaling industry brought significant changes to candle making. It was discovered that a wax made by crystallizing oil from the sperm whale was clean burning and economical. This wax was a much harder wax than tallow or beeswax and therefore could withstand the summer heat without bending or melting.
The 19th century brought major changes to the candle making industry. Inventors like Joseph Morgan introduced machines which molded candles continuously. During this era paraffin became the wax of preference, its availability made it even more economical than its predecessors. However it brought with it a challenge of its own, it was too soft to withstand the summer heat. This was resolved by adding stearic acid, making candles once again durable.
With the invention of the light bulb candle makers faced yet another challenge. The candle was no longer needed as a major source of light. Today candles have not lost their popularity or usefulness. We use them to symbolize celebration or define a ceremony. They are used as accent décor or to set the mood for a room.
Lighting a candle on a cold winter evening gives your home an instant warm and cozy feel, one your guests are sure to enjoy. Here at Country Porch Primitives we offer rustic hand dipped candles in a large assortment of scents, colors and sizes. Jar candles, taper candles, pillar candles, votives, one two or even three wick candles we have them all.
If burning candles is not permitted in your office or apartment you can still achieve that warm, cozy feel with one of our Reed Diffusers available in a variety of fragrances. Try Hot Apple Pie in the kitchen or Rose Hips and Lavender in the powder room. Candles do not have to be burned to brighten a room; they make great accent décor and the perfect hostess gift.
Country Porch Primitives Candles
Warm Glow / Sweet Liberty
Alan & Jackie created Warm Glow Candle Company out of the basement of their home in 1995. They have succeeded in creating a candle that is highly fragrant, long lasting, clean burning and cost effective. In the year 2000 Warm Glow Candle Company purchased Sweet Liberty Candle Company of Lancaster, PA. This purchase expanded their already incredible product line of primitive country candles at bargain prices. Their line up of popular products include, 2 wick loaf candles, a very large 8" High by 6" Wide 3 wick candle, hearth candles with an estimated burn time of up to 150 hours, votive candles, pillar candles, taper candles, scent chips, fragrant melt-a-ways and more. Be sure to try a Warm Glow Candle you will not be disappointed.
Keepers Of The Light
Keepers Of The Light Candles by A Cheerful Giver Inc. are made in the USA. They are a family owned business which implements the highest level of ethical standards. Thereby giving you, the customer, a high quality product at a competitive price. Their jar candles come in a 34 ounce "Papa", 22 ounce "Mama" and a 4.5 ounce "Baby", all in an assortment of unsurpassed fragrances. Mama and Papa candles come adorned with a homespun ribbon and tag along with a primitive black lid, rustic hammered copper lids are also available.
Candle Safety
Always burn candles responsibly and according to manufacturers’ directions. When burning candles, consumers should always follow these simple steps:
- · Never leave a burning candle unattended
- · Keep all candles out of the reach of children and pets
- · Keep candles away from all flammable objects
- · Keep candles out of drafts and away from vents
- · Use only candle holders that have been manufactured for use with candles
- · Do not move a candle or container when the wax is liquid
- · Extinguish the flame if it burns too close to the side of the container.
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