Lighters are convenient, but stick matches will do in a pinch. Hold the matchstick about halfway along the stick between your thumb and forefinger. Place the match head at one end of the striker. Keep ...

So it's time to see the light, think outside that usual paint can and add some inexpensive sparkle to your home by redecorating for the season with a blaze of candles. Experts tell us candles are no ...

When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. Credit: Getty Images When it comes to the holidays, lighting is an essential part of setting the ...

I love discovering fun new ways to perfume my home. And the latest format to take up brain space is candle sand. Pearled beads of wax that allow you to fashion fragrance in any way you want? Sounds ...

If you ask us, there’s a very strong case for learning how to make candles at home. A candle is such a simple thing, but for some reason, lighting one up can suddenly make us feel like we’re sitting ...

Candles made entirely of soy wax "generally burn more slowly than paraffin," says Barbara Miller, a spokeswoman for the NCA. (Soy candles range widely in price but are often cheaper than beeswax ...

Turn your collected seaside treasures into beautiful decorative candles. These homemade seashell candles can add a beach-inspired touch to your home. They are perfect for summer table settings and add ...

There's a storm a-brewin', and it's called Mercury retrograde November 2019. Mercury began its dreaded backspin on, of all days, Halloween Day, Oct. 31 — and unfortunately, it will continue its spooky ...

Getting your kids to stay still at the dinner table isn't always easy, especially if they'd much rather be playing with toys than eating their food. They often don't understand the rules of the dinner ...