Artisans make mall debut Nov 26, 2008
Idaho State Journal Melannie Jones-Volbrecht, co-owner of Pick your Wick, holds a wick that is used in her candle making business. She, along with several other merchants have moved into the Pine Ridge Mall for the holiday season. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Students celebrate American heritage Nov 22, 2008
Jim Pearson School celebrated its 22nd annual American Heritage Day with exhibits featuring everything from Civil War era weapons to old-fashioned butter churning and candle making. Tracy Tolbert, Jim Pearson assistant principal, said the event is important because it teaches the children about their heritage and the history of the country in a time when that may be lacking. (Alexander City Outlook, AL)
Ye olde times Oct 27, 2008
Media Credit: John EiltsBecky Hurst, owner of the Legendary Candle Company, leads a demonstration in candle making. Media Credit: Jon EiltsA Texas Renaissance Festival actor roams the village streets Saturday at the Texas Renaissance Festival in Plantersville, Texas. (The Battalion, TX)
On tap this weekend Oct 15, 2008
All historic buildings will be open for tours and demonstrations such as flint knapping, music, black powder weapons, candle making, printing press and more wil be given throughout the day. The Dutch Oven Supper Club will be giving demonstrations and serving refreshments. (Calhoun Times, GA)
New Echota hosts Frontier Day Saturday Oct 15, 2008
This year s program is featuring a greater variety of demonstrations typical of early 19th century Georgia and Cherokee lifestyle including chair caning, blacksmithing, loom and finger weaving, dutch oven cooking, flint napping, edible and medicinal plants, ancient and historic weapons and firearms, natural fiber cordage, music, folk singers, Sacred Harp singers, candle making, quilting and more, with demonstrations occurring throughout the entire day. New Echota was the Cherokee national... (Calhoun Times, GA)
Archery accident (935) Oct 3, 2008
Rhodie wrote on Sep 30, 2008 2:40 PM:" Lodian, back in '99 I was actually contacted by a publisher to write a book on candle making. Unfortunately after hiring a photog. for the proposal and doing a few shoots and examples of the candles the publisher decided not to. But it was still fun to try.I had more fun teaching the classes than writing about it anyway. As I said here before I talk better than I write on non-fiction. ". Lodian wrote on Sep 30, 2008 2:15 PM:" Aimee wrote "Lodian: No, I... (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
Outdoors: Running can turn into money Sep 25, 2008
There will also be living history demonstrations on candle making and cooking. Free seminars on hunting and fishing will be offered, and there will be shooting ranges for archery, BB gun, and trap. (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)
Enjoy the Harvest Festival on Sept. 28 Sep 21, 2008
At the Harvest Festival, visitors get to experience and view all sorts of colonial crafts, such as candle making, yarn spinning, and open pit cooking. A blacksmith with a real forge will demonstrate his work, kids will have the opportunity to sign the Declaration of Independence with a feather pen, the Wilmington Company of Minutemen will be on site dressed in period clothing, and a collection of Native American artifacts will be on display on the back lawn. (Wilmington Advocate, MA)
Living history continues today Sep 21, 2008
Demonstrations will include farming techniques with a brace of oxen, open hearth cooking, building primitive shelters, dyeing and weaving, candle making, primitive and Native American living skills, children's work, militia drills, flintlock firing demonstrations and early Appalachian music. Concessions will be available and tours of the historic house also will be included in the admission fee. (Lenoir News Topic, NC)
Market at Washingtonburg begins Sep 20, 2008
The second annual event features about 80 craftsmen giving demonstrations and talks on almost every 18th century trade from candle making to gunsmithing. The event is free and open to the public. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
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This weekends second annual Market at Washingtonburg will feature about 80 craftsmen giving demonstrations and talks on almost every 18th century trade from candle making to gunsmithing. We hope visitors get a better understanding of the complex civilization and environment of 18th century America, Giblin said. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
About Town for September 17, 2008 Sep 17, 2008
Some demonstrations may include tortilla making, candle making, soap making, spinning and weaving and carpentry. Lompoc schools center offers Story Time. (Lompoc Record, CA)
Adams Homestead celebrates anniversary today Aug 9, 2008
The event will feature a variety of activities, including a threshing demonstration, corn shelling, candle making, shape note singing, Dutch oven cooking and a watermelon seed spitting contest. Adams Homestead and Nature Preserve officially opened as a state park Aug. 14, 1997. (Sioux City Journal, IO)
Artists are making waves in Wakefield Aug 5, 2008
The artists there represent a variety of crafts from pottery to weaving, jewelry to candle making, glasswork, tie dye socks to fanciful bags. With gifts available at every price point, there is something for everyone. (Westerly Sun, RI)
Candlemaker sells her wares at Lake Ozark shop (2) Jul 28, 2008
The way I got into (candle making) was a miracle ... Perfecting the art of candle making has literally been a life-long adventure for the Stewarts, but it has turned into a business the couple is proud of. (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
Light the Fuse Jul 4, 2008
Live encampments will be set up with candle making, leatherworking and butter churning demonstrations. Stage productions will occur periodically throughout the day. (The Daily Universe, UT)
Kutztown Festival is all about fun Jun 27, 2008
" Visitors are invited to join in a square dance "free for all" Friday evening. Pennsylvania German's history The traditions of the Pennsylvania Germans are found everywhere at the festival, and history comes alive especially on the seminar stage with speakers on topics ranging from religion and family life to clothing and folk medicine. In the Neighborhood House, members of the Grundsow Lodge carry on conversations in the Pennsylvania Dutch dialect, and invite visitors to sit down with them to... (The Delaware County Times, PA)
Drakensberg - "Dragon Mountains" Jun 16, 2008
In addition, arts and crafts stalls, wrought iron crafts, candle making factories, glass making factories, farm stalls, carpet weaving shops all make shopping for something different a pleasure. Local South Africans view the Drakensberg as a refuge from the stress and pollution of city life and many of them come simply to choose a quiet secluded spot, a good book and plenty of time to unwind. (Suite101.com)
Minute Men to come home to National Park May 27, 2008
The Minute Men will present a variety of demonstrations and activities in and around the Hartwell Tavern on Route 2A in Lincoln, including candle making, millinery, children s games, tavern life and cooking, as well as drill and musket firing and fife and drum music. Guests will also have the opportunity to tour the Capt. William Smith House and the Bloody Angle. (Lincoln Journal, MA)
Chairlifts In July? May 25, 2008
There are free outdoor movies, a miniature golf course, bungee jumping, a trapeze and ropes course, a rock-climbing wall, a candle making shop, a wine-tasting bar and a spa. And that's just on the plaza. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Travel)
DURING CHILDREN'S DAY at the Mission, held this... May 16, 2008
DURING CHILDREN'S DAY at the Mission, held this year on Saturday, May 17, kids can get a historical glimpse of life during the turn of the century, complete with activities such as candle making ... This will be a unique opportunity for young people of the community to experience what Mission activities would have been like in the late 18th and early 19th century in Spanish "Alta California." This annual event will be from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., and will include wool carding and spinning, basket... (Sonoma Index-Tribune, CA)
Boulder program in budget bind Apr 18, 2008
After school they come to share their skills, whether it be art, dance, quilting or candle making. I am just amazed at the community support and caring for the students, said Earnhardt. (Helena Independent Record, MT)
Learn yoga, self-defense, origami, knitting Feb 15, 2008
Jim Bobb will demonstrate candle making and then instruct participants in creating the birch log holders. Karen Scarseth will give decorating tips and provide materials for you to embellish your birch log creations as you wish. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Waxing nostalgic Feb 10, 2008
Sun Publishing E-Papers Your world is just a click away. Candle-making tradition brings out history through hobby. (Westerly Sun, RI)
Obituaries: Janice Beverly Sanders(1941-2008) Jan 18, 2008
She enjoyed candle making and wood carving. She is survived by her husband of 46 years, Robert Sanders, of Crescent City; daughter, Carlene Fakier, and her husband, Michael, of Gold Beach, Ore. (Daily Triplicate)
Frontier Festival returns Jan 11, 2008
Presentations and demonstrations will include firing of black powder flintlock rifles, starting fires with flint and steel, casting bullets, candle making, soap making, tomahawk throwing, tanning deer hides into buckskin, cooking meals over an open fire, wood working with hand tools, bead work, a history of brick tea and Indian frying bread. For more information, call (229) 430-5280 or visit. (Albany Herald)
Made in Vermont: Candles with a Cause Jan 5, 2008
Store co-owner Heather Paine explains, "When I lost my brother four and a half years ago, I immersed myself into candle making. And I poured all my grief into my candles." ... She found candle making as a hobby to help her get through. (WCAX.com, VT)
Candles, Soap & Stuff Dec 28, 2007
WYANDOTTE A desire to be creative drew Tracy Murray into the business of candle making. Advertisement. (The News-Herald)
A step back in time Dec 7, 2007
Other activities included canning, quilting, corn shelling, soap making, cooking over a campfire, crocheting and knitting, candle making and storytelling. Students were also entertained. (Hartselle Enquirer, AL)
Make a Snow Candle Nov 23, 2007
Nature supplies on of the main ingredients needed in the candle making crafts. A fun and easy kids craft to keep the kids busy on those snowy, blowy days of winter. (Suite101.com)
Craft a simple process that takes practice Nov 22, 2007
Jane Thompson has a couple of advantages when it comes to candle making ... That s not to say Thompson doesn t encourage others to give candle making a try ... Candle making requires becoming familiar with the different melt points used for different types of candles. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Candlemaker creates holiday glow Nov 22, 2007
In time, Thompson reached a happy medium that allows her to pursue her love of candle making without being overtaken by the products of her creativity ... But it s the process of candle making and the balance it provides to her life that is of equal importance to her ... Candle making provides that passion for Thompson year-round, and the result is skillful artistry that brings pleasure and delight to all who own one of her fine creations. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
December 7 and 8 Christmas Town Festival Set in Bethlehem Nov 21, 2007
The Colonial Village theme, which began last year, will include candle making, quilting and cross-stitch demonstrations at various times during the festival. Costumed players and period props will add to the old-fashioned feel on the lawn outside of the Old Schoolhouse. (Voices, CT)
10 Tips for Tromso Winter Holiday Nov 20, 2007
Not many know that candle making is an important industry. Christmas is ideal for candle-shopping. (Suite101.com)
Town sponsors free small business counselling Nov 16, 2007
She said her initial plan was to sell candle related goods and host candle making sessions for individuals or groups. While she has been growing her make-your-own business, especially with corporate outings, her business has expanded its services to refill custom candle containers and she has begun selling candles to large corporations for displays. (Sebastopol Sonoma West Publishing, CA)
County Calendar Nov 10, 2007
Des Arc candle making workshop. A candle making workshop will be held at the Lower White River Museum State Park in Des Arc on Saturday, Nov. 17 from 10 a.m. to noon. (Stuttgart Daily Leader, AR)
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This annual event at Westville Village in Lumpkin features old-time demonstrations of such pre-Industrial South crafts as candle making, blacksmithing and potterymaking, as well as musical performances. Admission is $10 for adults, $8 for seniors, college students and military personnel, and $4 for K-12 students. (Albany Herald)
Christmas Gift Crafting Oct 23, 2007
Candle making is a time-honored tradition, and what better way to light up the darkest time of the year than to light up a batch of home made candles. These require a large coffee can, a ladle, duct tape, Tall Boy beverage containers, along with wax and wicks, which can be purchased at many craft and hobby shops. (Suite101.com)
»What’s going on in and around Richmond County? Oct 23, 2007
Josh Richardson will present a program on candle making. All invited. (Rockingham Daily Journal, NC)
Festival honors Israeli unity Oct 17, 2007
Tables contained information about the cities of Israel, candle making, the Israel Defense Forces, and the environment. Students also had a chance to partake in traditional Israeli dancing. (Daily Collegian, PA)
Step back in time at Arnold House Oct 16, 2007
Walking through the post and beam construction, visitors listened to tour guides delve into the history of the property, watch demonstrations of candle making and barrel making, and learn about seventeenth century weaponry and armor. The massive house was an appropriate setting to introduce seventeenth century crafts and customs to the public. (Pawtucket Times, RI)
History Comes Alive - Students relive the past at annual Pioneer Days Oct 5, 2007
The stations included a classroom inside a school house, dying herbs, herbal medicine, soap making, making corn husk dolls, pioneer toys, butter churning, pioneer tools, rope making, barbershop, stringing green beans, candle making, quilting, circuit rider, fur traders and a garden. Participating in something like this gives the kids enthusiasm and builds their self-esteem, Otte said. (Brownstown Jackson County Banner, IN)
Whiskey Rebellion combines 1794 and 1782 historical legacies Sep 29, 2007
Shingle making, sauerkraut making, candle making, coopering, blacksmithing and several other period demonstrations give visitors a chance to participate in some activities that happened in historic past. The feature parade is scheduled for 2 p.m. on Main Street with lineup at the Berlin School. (Somerset Daily American, PA)
Relive pioneer days at the Avard Folk Festival Sep 27, 2007
The festival brings cowboy and pioneer folk arts and crafts to life including rope making, candle making, quilting and blacksmithing. Modern day pioneers can participate in a trail ride, a Dutch oven cook-off, an old fashioned baking and canning fair and a fried chicken challenge. (Alva Review Courier, OK)
Owner of Madison CandleWorks adds engineer's touch to artists' product Sep 21, 2007
While working for AdTran in Huntsville five years ago, Colvin adopted candle making as a hobby. "My wife had her cross stitch, and I wanted a hobby that would take my mind off things for a while," Colvin said. (Madison County Record, AL)
Heritage Day offers a view of the past Sep 11, 2007
The Buckskinners will demonstrate bead work, candle making, storytelling and other skills used during the 1800 s fur trade era for the students. In the future, Stammer said the program may expand to include more local school children. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Making crafty friends Sep 8, 2007
Groups minister to your crafty desires. Groups minister to your crafty desires. (AZCentral -- Home)
Old farm to come to life at Kiester Threshing Festival Sep 7, 2007
There will be kids games, rope making, candle making, tractor plowing and other field events. Silage and sorghum making can also be seen. (Albert Lea Tribune, MN)
Festival Snapshot: The Kickapoo Country Fair, it's all organic Jul 29, 2007
FAMILY FRIENDLY FUN: Check out the kids activity tent for all kinds of crafts, including candle making. There s also free face painting, a corn labyrinth and children s entertainment from 1:30 to 3 p.m. today. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
What's happenin' Jul 22, 2007
Activities include horse and wagon rides, shootouts, the Great Debate on women s suffrage, gold panning, cowboy poetry, mountain men camp, black powder shooting, 1800s U.S. Cavalry camp, Western Union telegraph office, candle making, old time church service Sunday morning, camp dancing on the green, old time music, food and treats, and many more activities and performers. For details, call 834-3413. (Montana Standard, MT)
Bannack Days begin Saturday at state parkPosted on July 20 Jul 21, 2007
Activities run from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Sunday and include horse and wagon rides, shootouts, a women s suffrage debate, gold panning, cowboy poetry, a mountain men camp, black powder shooting, an 1800s U.S. Cavalry camp, a Western Union telegraph office, candle making, an old-time church service, camp dancing on the green, old-time music, food and more. Many visitors like to dress in period costumes to get into the spirit of things, so put on your best old-time... (Missoulian, MT)
Sarah Evanelle Erickson Jul 12, 2007
Evanelle's hobbies included candle making and ceramics, and they both enjoyed the music that she played at her leisure on the organ that Don bought her. In 1980, following the closing of the Luther Methodist Church, the couple joined the First United Methodist Church in Boone. (Ogden Reporter, IA)
Wind Tolerant Perennial Plants Jun 26, 2007
The fruits of the bayberry are slightly waxy on the outside and have been used historically for candle making and other crafts. The bayberries are not the only fragrant part of the plant, as the foliage is highly aromatic as well. (Suite101.com)
It's possible this is satire ... Jun 21, 2007
House arrest gave me the time I needed to discover my true passion: creative candle making ... The candle making community is pretty small, but we're a vibrant bunch ... I've also learned that there's so much more to candle making than melting wax and inserting some cotton wicking. (Ithaca Times, NY)
Today's best bets Jun 2, 2007
Additionally, the children's activity area will feature quill pen writing and candle making from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and button making and fan decorating from 1:30 to 4 p.m.. Get in the Spirit II. (Pensacola News Journal)
Historic Pensacola Villages 16th annual Summer Open House Jun 2, 2007
The childrens activity area will feature quill pen writing and candle making from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and button making and fan decorating from 1:30 to 4 p.m. Admission to all of the museums and historic homes that make up Historic Pensacola Village is free during this event. Historic Pensacola Village, 205 E. Zarragossa St. 595-5985, or visit. (Pensacola News Journal)
Tonya Tours Alabama: Constitution Village in Huntsville May 23, 2007
Bart says ," We don't do anything unless you can get involved. There will be candle making or basket weaving, and if you're a visitor here you can take part.". It takes a village to make things run smoothly around here. (WSJA.com, AL)
Lots to do at River Town Days May 2, 2007
Veronica Wiese and family will show the old art of candle making, soap making, pioneer cooking and spinning. Others in the frontier family exhibit will be Ed Seeley, who will demonstrate the frontier life of the Longhunters, and Nick Baker, with a mountain man and tomahawk throw display. (Bainbridge Post Searchlight, GA)
Folger stages birthday party for English Bard Apr 26, 2007
Begun in 1979, the annual Shakespeare's Birthday Open House is a four-hour occasion: for plays and playing, lessons in stage combat, candle making, jesters and jests and old-style singing and dancing. The maids are merry, the fools both professional and amateur, and the cake by tradition is cut by Queen Elizabeth -- a mock Elizabeth I, that is. (Washington Times)
Ringgold store deals in wicks, wax, suds and scents Apr 20, 2007
Make Me Soap and Candle Making Supplies is on Nashville Street in Ringgold. (Catoosa News/Gina Cook). (Catoosa County News, GA)
April's Full Moon - The Seed Moon Apr 8, 2007
Some can be added in small quantities to baths, and others can be used in soap and candle making. Do some research before you try them in other ways aside from diffusers, as some are corrosive and can cause skin irritation. (Suite101.com)
Family expo set for Saturday Mar 9, 2007
Activities for kids include a dinosaur dig, bracelets and candle making. As excited about the activities as the staff of Childcare R and R are, they are looking forward to another treat as well. (Durant Daily Democrat, OK)
Community Focus Group set to provide hometown insight Mar 1, 2007
His hobbies include biking, candle making, fishing and traveling. Kenneth Hone Kenneth Hone is a 39-year-old father of two who proudly boasts that his mother, Barbara Hone, instilled in him the social responsibility to be actively involved in making a positive difference in the community. (Advance of Bucks County, PA)
More of this story..... Feb 10, 2007
While details are still being worked out, association officials hope to kick off the day with a cattle drive, a pancake breakfast at the church, and then cover the museum grounds with vendors and arts and crafts emphasizing old-time skills such as lace and candle making, association President Anne Forrest said. There also would be plenty of Italian food, a stage for entertainment, and roving musicians. (San Andreas Calaveras Enterprise, CA)
LNCS says keep those cans of Silly String coming Jan 7, 2007
Demonstrations pertaining to backcountry living in the mid-1800s included cooking over an open fire, blacksmithing, sewing, school teaching, gardening, home life, army life, and candle making, as well as a student-produced video documentary on slavery. Student assignment. (Huntersville Herald, NC)
