Gel Candle Articles: Are Gel Candles Just a Fad??

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Many "fads" or fashion trends eventually return and what is once considered "old" becomes "new" again ... but, I'm not so sure I agree that gel candles will fit into this category, as I don't see them as being something that will be put on a shelf for a decade or more to reappear with renewed interest. I have a feeling that the fascination with gel candles will remain.

It doesn't seem likely that they will be so easily forgotten about or that people will soon completely loose interest in them, as they hold the wonderful qualities of scent, warmth, color, and light ... much light!

Granted, due to their unique nature, they hit the market as a novelty and may have evoked an over-exaggerated excitement when they first appeared on the scene ... perhaps that initial robust enthusiasm and excitement is now becoming a more sensible awareness and delight ... but, I'm not sure that interpreting any "downturn" in enthusiasm as a negative trend to such a degree as to say that the intrigue is waning.

For some of us, the intrigue and fascination is actually becoming stronger.

If some of you feel that no one will be burning gel candles in years to come, I'm not sure that I can agree with you. I think gel candles are here to stay ... they will go down in history as a new and creative way to illuminate our surroundings.

They have joined our other sources of lighting in gorgeous fashion and it is my opinion that artful things of beauty will never go out of style. The tides may change, but the ocean of awareness will still exist ... gel candles have stretched our minds to new, creative heights in candlemaking.

Interest in them may be fading for some; but, to others, they have added an interesting dimension to candlemaking that just keeps getting brighter!

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Gel candles may resemble a beverage or food product. All pictures and references are "non-edible" items made of nonfood (wax, glass, etc.) components. Be certain that you understand the steps and precautions in making any gel candle design and in using the gel candles. Failure to follow instructions could result in fire, injury or smoke damage. If you have any questions contact your Supplier.

It is not recommend to use flammable items, dead sea creatures, or real food items in gel candles. It is recommended that you double glass your designs, with the wick and gel in the inner glass, away from the design and gel in the outer glass. It is up to the designer to ensure that the design is safe for the end user. You/Designer should provide instructional warnings to end user, especially to not leave any burning candle unattended.

Never leave a burning candle unattended. This material is NOT intended to be used by or made by children under 18 years of age without close adult supervision. Keep all candles (gel, soy, wax) away from children. Anyone younger than 18 years of age needs adult supervision to make or handle Gel Candles. safety

Burn candle only on a stable, heat-resistant surface for no more than four hours at a time. If flame gets too large or exposed wick is greater than 1/4 inch, extinguish flame and trim wick. Keep away from drafts and flammable material. Do not allow matches or wick trimmings to fall into melt pool. Never burn the last half of a candle. Do not move while burning or if gel is still hot. Keep wick centered and trimmed to 1/4 inch to prevent smoke and soot buildup. Do not extinquish gel with water -- if possible smother the flame, or use baking soda for small flames, or a fire extrinquisher.

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