Making candles can be a fun hobby, pastime or business enterprise. Although the supplies necessary for candle making are quite inexpensive, the cost adds up significantly over time. Fortunately, there are a few ways you can bring down the cost of candle making supplies. You don’t even need to sacrifice the quality of the products you buy just to save money. This is particularly important for people who sell candles for a living. If the caliber of the product drops because you’re using wax and other provisions that are of lower quality, you’ll wind up costing your business money over the long run.
Step 1
Maintain a list of the supplies you frequently use. Include the brand name, price and quantity you get for that cost. These numbers will allow you to compare prices with sales you come across and recognize if you’re getting a good deal. Some craft stores offer sales on candle making supplies before and after the holidays. This time of year can be a great opportunity to stock up.
Step 2
Checking out auction sites and online marketplaces like eBay or Amazon is often an excellent way to locate the candle making supplies you need at a discount price. You can find great deals online. Sometimes the seller no longer has time to make candles or moved onto other pursuits. Therefore, he or she just takes a financial loss on the items.
Step 3
If you regularly use a big quantity of candle making supplies, think about buying them wholesale. You’ll pay more upfront for the supplies, but overall you could save a substantial amount of money. Search wholesale suppliers online and compare their prices. Several online wholesalers provide free shipping, so that is another cost you can avoid and save money. If you don’t normally buy candle making supplies online, consider doing so. If you know any other people who make candles, you might opt to buy in bulk and share the cost, in addition to the supplies. This is a simple way for everybody to get a discount, as well as cut costs at the time of purchase.
Step 4
Many discount candle making supplies on the market are comparable in quality to products you already use. Just compare the ingredients on the label. You can research the ingredients of each product online. If the discount supplies contain the basic ingredients as candle making supplies you typically use, then give them a try. It’s recommended that you purchase only one or two items initially and screen the quality. Keep a record of where you bought the discount products so you’re able to return them to that retailer if you’re unhappy with the quality.
Step 5
Containers, votives and candle holders are items for which you shouldn’t ever spend much money. Don’t buy these supplies unless they’re on sale. Even if they’re for a wedding or some other special occasion, you can always find cheap deals on these items. You can purchase jars, glassware, votive holders and numerous other containers for candles at thrift stores or garage sales. Also, check online auctions to buy bulk quantities of candle making containers and holders at great prices.