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How to Make & Market Gel Candles that Sell Like Wildfire! book contains concise, detailed and easy-to-follow information. It has become the resource for both the novice and the experienced gel candlemaker. Highly recommended. Patti Smith - Gel Candle Instructor, Designer and Supplier. http://www.biomax1.com
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This is a great book about gel candle making. We could not have been more pleased with Lynn's book. What we knew about gel candles before purchasing this book would have fit on the head of a pin. Thanks to this book, my sister and I now own our own candle business. We continue to use How to Make & Market Gel Candles That Sell Like Wildfire! for reference and all of the information is right on target with everything we continue to learn. Thank you, Lynn, for giving all of us this great tool. We have learned so much. ~ Donna Welch, The Treasure Garden
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After receiving the book, I stayed up practically all night and read the whole book, and then went to the different sites. I love it... and it does have a lot of worthwhile information. It also has a lot of sites to click on that I never knew existed! I spent hours last night just going to all of these places... It is very interesting, informative and well worth the price!! I couldn't imagine anyone needing anything else as far as wanting to know everything about gel candles. It's all right there! I would definitely recommend it to anyone! Thanks Lynn ~ Barbara
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Keep up the great work. The information is very helpful... and what I've noticed the most and appreciate... is the wonderful 'attitude' on this site. It is 'Refreshing' ~ Jean
I have read your book about three times now and pick some little tidbit every time... great book. So glad you wrote this book as I have hunted high and low for something on gel candles. ~ Linda F.
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I read it (the book) last night and it seems like something I can do ;-) ...Thank you very much. I love doing business with people like you. ~ Roberta
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Printed out the book last evening and I am going to devour it this evening.... what a great concept! Thanks Again! ~Vicki
Your book is very informative and covers just about everything! ~ Virginia , The Enchanted Forest
Since buying your book I've had so much fun making candles, and you are right about them selling like wild fire. I can't believe the response I have had, they sell themselves, if someone sees them... they want to buy them. ~Linda Forslund
Thank you!! I love the fact that all the information I need is right there!!! You are a godsend! And the fact that I can print it AND have it for easy access on my computer is the BEST!! ~ Teri http://gelcandles.8m.com/info.htm
I appreciate the hours of hard work you've put into this book... The cost of the book is extremely low and at that price there is very little reason why anyone should not be able to buy it. I've learned quite a lot and it seems you've answered every question I have so far... It's organized in a terrific manner, which makes it easy to use and refer to... thank you once again for taking the time to write the book. ~ Dianne Waitron
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I have to tell you it was the best book I read with great info and resources. I am trying to get my own company started ... thanks for the help. ~ Lisa Sonta
A great book, it solved all my problems. Thanks, Lynn! ~ Amy
I am so glad I unexpectedly found this site. I was also hooked when I seen the unique candle made out of gel. They are all beautiful and I look forward to receiving the book. Great site! ~John Atkins
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I bought the book and found a lot of very useful info. I'd say it's definitely worth it.~ Lisa Berryhill
I just bought your book and wish I had found it a year ago! Thanks, ~ Burt Hanna, Hannas Candle Company
book has helped me more than I ever paid for it. ~Debra Kleinhofs
Absolutely wonderful!! I read your book and it has so much valuable information. Funny thing is, I read your book and then went all the way to the archives on the eGroup message board and I was answering the questions myself. ~Noriko
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I absolutely love your book! I had looked for something like your book for some time and was thrilled to find it on line - and available so quickly. I've read it at least three times and I keep finding new things! ~Marjie Duke
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I just received your book in the mail and read it cover to cover! Thank you so much for sharing this wonderful information. ~ Victoria Bucher
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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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