Profitable Home Businesses In Nigeria

There are a few different ways that you can start a candle business. There are many Direct sales companies which give you the freedom of running your own business while they supply the candles. If you prefer you can always make your own and start your own business from scratch.
What skills are helpful?

If you're doing it from scratch, you'll probably want to learn the process of heating, scenting and pouring wax from someone with some experience.

If you opt for the direct sales approach more than likely you will be doing home parties as a selling technique so you will need to be comfortable with a room full of people and being the center of attention.
What tools are needed?

If you are beginning your candle business through a direct sales company you will probably be required to purchase one of their kits. Your kit will provide you with enough merchandise to get you started.

If you are making your own candles, you will need wax (there is bees wax or paraffin), molds, scents, wicks, dyes and something to melt the wax down in such as a pan.
How do you get started?

A good first step is setting up your website so that you can begin to build an online presence. Once your website is up and running you can start marketing yourself. Candles can easily be marketed offline by giving them out as gifts or renting a booth at a local craft fair and showing them there.

Online it can be a little trickier especially if you have joined a direct sales business where the competition is stiff but if you begin networking with people (join some message boards or forums) and building up personal relationships soon you will find that people are coming to you to purchase candles.

It’s also a good idea to have some business cards printed up so that you have them available to hand out; you never know when they can come in handy. Flyers can also be used to market yourself offline. Post them at local grocery stores, the library, etc.

Building a candle business is going to take time especially if you have chosen to make the candles yourself. Just remember that a good business isn’t born overnight, it takes time. Set daily and weekly goals for your business and celebrate the small triumphs. Don’t let a setback or an unmet goal keep you from reaching your full potential.

Supplies:
MAKING A SUCCESSFUL CANDLE


1. Gel
2. Pan
3. Colour
4. Scent
5. Wicks
6. Wick holder
7. Glue gun
8. Glass bowl
9. Tiny stars, hearts etc.
10. Packaging material like net and ribbon ties

Method:


Step 1: Put the wick through the wick holder and knot it at the bottom.

Step 2: Glue the wick holder to the bottom of the glass bowl

Step 3: Heat the gel in the pan on low flame till it melts completely.

Step 4: Add the color and scent and stir well.

Step 5: Pour the gel into the bowl while holding the wick staight. You can use a stick or clip to keep it in position while it cools.

Step 6: Once it has cooled a bit sprinkle the tiny stars, hearts etc.

Step 7: Allow to solidify completely

Step 8: Use the packaging material to wrap/ pack it for a professional look.

Start your own candle business or make these as favors for weddings and other special occasions. They add a personal touch to the event and is something useful and beautiful at the same time. Enjoy :)