Hands-on Home (Sasquatch Books, 2015), by Erica Straus, is packed with fabulous recipes, practical, no-nonsense advice, and time- and money-saving techniques. With a focus on less consumerism, Strauss ...

We love the shape of the glass Oui yogurt jars (the yogurt inside is yummy, too!). They’re recyclable, of course, and make great little containers for all sorts of things like paper clips, nails and ...

Beeswax candle-making is an ancient practice, started by Egyptian and Roman civilizations of millennia past. As with all great and simple arts, it has stood the test of time to be embraced by a new ...

Luminaries filled with the light of flickering candles perfectly set the mood for cozying up against the cold. With little more than beeswax and heat, create glowing candle holders perfect for cold ...

Floating candles are a perfect way to wow guests this fall. Fortunately, it won't take much to turn your caps, cartons, and ...

Whether you’re hoping to adopt a new hobby, switch careers entirely or simply unleash a bit of pent-up creativity over the weekend, learning how to make candles at home can be a wonderful activity—and ...

I am one of those people who can’t walk into a household goods store without beelining for the candle aisle and sniffing everything on the shelves. I always say that I’m just going to look, but over ...

New hobbies are always a refreshing idea if you're bored of the same-old. If you're looking to try a fun and accessible activity, candle-making is calling your name. Not only is it a fun craft for a ...