Scented Jar Candles

Scented jar candles have become very popular in the last few years.  With soy and natural candles being able to hold far more scent than other kinds of wax, they are naturals for richly scented candles.

There's only one problem -- palm and soy candle wax has a very low melting point, and they aren't well-suited for pillar and taper shapes.

However, a fragranced jar candle is a perfect match to soy and palm!

Do you find yourself doing this -- standing in the candle aisle at your local store, going from jar to jar, savoring the scents?  If so, you're in good company!  And to paraphrase that old potato chip commercial, it's hard to sniff just one.

Jar Sizes and Shapes

There are all kinds of shapes and sizes for the jars.  Some are round (the most common) while others are more square.  Not to mention there are some different shapes, as well (although generally for the smaller sizes).

Scented jar candles come in many different sizes.  Some seem barely larger than a votive, while others are a generous 24 ounces.

Something all the jar candles I've seen have in common -- they have a heavy lid, usually tightly fitted.  Of course, this is needed when you think about shipping, and then how long the jars may be waiting on the store shelf.  They need to be able to keep in the fragrance.

Glass Thickness

There are some lovely fragranced jar candles that unfortunately have a fairly thin glass wall.  I say unfortunately because the thicker the glass, the better it stands up to the heat of the burning candle.  One thing you don't want is a shattered candle jar!

Speaking of shattering, check your candle's label to see if there are candle burning instructions (hint:  it may be on the bottom of the jar).  For example, the Yankee Candle jar label says to burn the candle no more than half way, due to the possibility of the glass breaking from the heat.  

While the possibility is probably pretty small of that actually occuring...is it something you want to chance?

Where to Buy Scented Jar Candles

Scented jar candles are ubiquitous; you can find them practically anywhere.  However, before you run to the cash register with your candles, keep in mind:

• Look for a jar that has thick glass.
• Check the wax type; if you want a richly scented candle, go for soy or natural wax -- they definitely hold fragrance the best.
• Check for any burning instructions.

Most of the premium gourmet scented jar candles are sold only online or from a distributor, although you can sometimes find them at holiday fairs. So next time a craft show or holiday fair is in your area, you may want to check it out for a scent-sational treat!

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Jar Candles or Container Candles?

Jar candles are really a popular form of container candle.

A container candle is just what it sounds like; a candle whose wax was poured into the container in which it will be burned.

Pillar, and votive candles are typically made from a mold from which the candle is removed before selling.

Tapered candles can be made in a mold, by rolling or the traditional way, by dipping.

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