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2. History of candle making - Wikipedia

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   Candle moulding machine in Indonesia circa 1920. Candle making was developed independently in a number of countries around the world. [1]Candles were primarily made from tallow and beeswax in Europe from the Roman period until the modern era, when spermaceti (from sperm whales) was used in the 18th and 19th centuries, [2] and purified animal fats and paraffin wax since the 19th century. [1]

3. Handcrafts and folk art in Mexico City - Wikipedia

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   Another metal is pewter, usually worked into objects such as mugs, ashtrays, candle holders, plates, frame, etc. [2] [1] Figures and miniatures are usually made in clay or lead. In the city, the most common theme for this is the Mexica (Aztec) culture, but other indigenous cultures are also represented. There is also an industry which makes ...

4. David Constable (artist) - Wikipedia

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   Constable has taught candle making by running workshops at Gelligroes Mill. He taught Bollywood actress Dimple Kapadia the art of candle making. [6]He has authored a number of books on the art of candle making which have been translated into 10 languages, [4] including Candlemaking: Creative Designs and Techniques (1992), Beginner's Guide to Candlemaking (1997), Candle Making: Funstation (1998 ...

5. Rathbornes Candles - Wikipedia

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   The Christmas candle in the west of Ireland is a popular item, [citation needed] which is traditionally placed in the window. The company is the sponsor of "Atmospheric Restaurant of the Year" award in Ireland. Rathbornes candles also have a division known as Lalor Church Candles for candle supplies and other ecclesiastical products.

6. Mexica - Wikipedia

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   In the 21st century, the government of Mexico broadly classifies all Nahuatl-speaking peoples as Nahuas, making the number of Mexica people living in Mexico difficult to estimate. [4] Since 1810, the name "Aztec” has been more common when referring to the Mexica and the two names have become largely interchangeable. [5]

7. Candle - Wikipedia

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   Candle followers are often deliberately heavy or weighted to ensure they move down as the candle burns lower, maintaining a seal and preventing wax escape. The purpose of a candle follower is threefold: To contain the melted wax, making the candle more efficient, avoiding mess, and producing a more even burn.