Wayne Bodie Books / Candle making
50 Signature Candle Recipes
Stop pouring candles that smell like everyone else’s.
Fifty fragrance recipes designed to help candle makers build memorable, layered scents — from smoky amber and warm woods to fresh coastal blends.
Inside the book
Build a scent people remember.
50 Signature Candle Recipes is a working collection for makers who want more than a single fragrance poured into wax. Each blend is built around a distinct mood and identity, giving you a practical starting point for candles that feel intentional rather than generic.
The collection moves from fireside profiles such as Velvet Smoke and Amber Temple to cleaner coastal ideas such as Silver Coast and Ocean Drift. The goal is simple: give you enough structure to start confidently while leaving room to make each blend your own.
- Fragrance profiles and blend direction
- Essential-oil combinations
- Step-by-step preparation guidance
- Difficulty levels and cure-time notes