Techniques & Troubleshooting

How to Make Your Own Reed Diffusers

Ingredients 100ml Diffusol – Augeo Base Oil 10 Pack of Natural Porex Reeds (also available in black)50ml Fragrance of your choice200ml Karen Diffuser Bottle (other options available)Measuring jugWooden Diffuser Cap (silver and gold available)Diffuser Bottle Plug Method Stage 1 –… read more

A Beginners Guide to Making A Candle

We have launched a brand new ‘How To’ series in partnership with small candle making business Cosy & Country. We’re excited to bring you our first supporting guide for beginners looking to make their first candle. Making your first candle… read more

DIY Candle Hacks

Did you know that some scented candle makers only put the candle’s fragrance in the top ring? This is why many candles smell strongly in the shop but are underwhelming when you get them home. If you’ve had a… read more

Craft Ideas for Isolation

Calling All Parents! – Easy craft ideas for kids to make at home Struggling to find educational activities to do with your children? Or are you just wanting some quiet time for yourself? Well, here at Cosy Owl we have… read more

Easter Wax Melts

Chocolate is fast becoming overrated as an Easter gift so why not get creative and give the gift of wax melts this year! Whether you make it alone or involve the family, this is the gift that can last longer… read more

Father’s Day Marble Candle Recipe

Bring a smile to any Dads face with a unique home-made candle, which you can easily personalise with his favourite colour and your own unique label. Below is our guide for making a two-tone marble candle with a choice of… read more

Easter Candle Basket Recipe

Instead of gifting chocolates this Easter, why not do something more heart-felt and create a fun Easter basket? Whether you make it alone or involve the family, this is the gift that lasts longer than chocolate… Ingredients 800g of either… read more

3-Wick Mother’s Day Candle Recipe

Why not show your Mum that there is more than just one layer to your love for her? Below is the recipe for making not just a 3-wick candle, but a 3-colour layered candle too! It’s easy to make and… read more

Mother’s Day Candle Gift Set

Everyone wants to spoil their Mum on Mother’s Day, so why not take your time and create her a unique gift she will love. The gift set is easy to make, and you can add anything you like to personalise… read more

Mosaic Candle Technique Guideline

Here we have another candle making technique for you to sink your teeth into. The mosaic candle has more to it, which means it will take longer to create your final masterpiece. This technique will need to be done over… read more