Confessions of a Candle Queen: Tales from the Wax Side

A behind-the-scenes scoop of scents, spills, and sparkle.

Let’s get one thing straight: making candles is not all soothing spa music and perfectly centered wicks. Oh no. Sometimes it’s wax on the ceiling, glitter in your coffee, and questioning all your life choices while trying to unmold a soap bar that refuses to cooperate.

But I wouldn’t trade it for anything. 💁🏽‍♀️✨

So today, I’m spilling the tea (the white one, obviously) on what really goes down in my little candle kingdom.

🔥 The First Time I Made a Candle… I Set Off the Fire Alarm

Ah yes, the humble beginnings. Picture it: me, a double boiler I barely understood, and an overambitious pour. The wax smoked, the alarm screamed, and my cat judged me from across the room. A true initiation.

🧼 Soap Drama Is Real

Soap may look cute and innocent, but don’t be fooled. She’s got attitude. Sometimes the fragrance oil rebels. Sometimes the colors swirl like a toddler's finger painting. And sometimes, you unmold a bar and it’s giving "abstract art" instead of "elegant spa vibes."

But hey — it's handcrafted, okay?

🕯️ I’ve Had Existential Crises Over Wick Sizes

There’s nothing quite like pouring a perfect candle... only to realize you used the wrong wick and now it’s tunneling like a candleworm. Cue internal screaming and an emergency Target chocolate run.

✨ Glitter. Is. Eternal.

Once you start using shimmer in candles or soaps, it's game over. I’ve had glitter on my forehead during Zoom calls. It’s in my shoes. Probably in my soul. But do I regret it? Absolutely not.

💖 The Magic Moment

But then — there's that moment. When the candle sets just right. When the scent throws like a dream. When someone messages me saying it made their day feel a little calmer, cozier, or more beautiful.

And just like that, I remember why I do this.

So if you ever wondered what it’s like being a candle queen... it’s equal parts chaos, caffeine, creativity, and cozy. And I wouldn’t have it any other way.

Thanks for sticking with me through the wax spills and scent thrills.

Smell ya later,
Mulaika 🕯️👑