Ultimate Guide to Start A Candle Business in 2025 | Deep Dive with Black Tie Barn (comprehensive)

[@BlackTieBarn]

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[@andreaturner4504]

Awesome, thanks! 😊

[@WhiskeyBonfire]

Woo hoo! I’m in! Now how do I find you? 😬😂

[@paigequeenb8257]

I launched on the first and got 5 sales. One today. I started by coming across your business plan video on KZbin. Thanks for the information!

[@BlackTieBarn]

That's great to hear! I'm happy to have helped.

[@lisabond7548]

Wade is the reason I started my candle business last July. He gave me the knowledge and confidence to just go for it. Awesome content and a great teacher! Thank you Wade! Wishing you much success in 2025!🎉

[@BlackTieBarn]

Thanks so much. Congrats and you as well!

[@SabrinaMarieCastro]

I have a number of big take aways and two of those are, "dream big, plan small" and "candles aren't going anywhere, you can have a piece of the pie." I have doubts on whether I have a place in the candle industry knowing that there are a lot of fantastic sellers and resellers already. I have think about candle making years before because I love candles but I have not really push myself to take risk because of my doubts like do i have the budget to start with?, will i ever make it? and many more. I really want to say thank you for your insights and generosity of sharing your knowledge, learnings and helping others like me to try. I am just so amazed on your goodwill and profound willingness to share your experiences with us. It is like able to find a brother, a mentor and a friend rolled into one. You are a great person and a wonderful blessing to humanity. Thank you so much and Happy New Year!

[@mille_fiori]

I started making candles a few weeks ago - just to give them as gifts at Christmas. I thought it should be quite easy: melt the wax - put in the wick - done. What could possibly go wrong? Well, it didn't work out as easy as I thought :-) I then did a lot of reading - among other things, I got to know your channel. And now I've spent the last few days creating an Excel "candle test" spreadsheet, I've placed several orders and I've even started thinking about names and a logo... And two test candles are currently burning next to me. Maybe it will remain a hobby, for giving candles as gifts. But your videos make me want to do more! Thank you very much and best wishes from Germany.

[@gabrielacamberova]

When I first watched a video from you, I wasn't very impressed. What can a guy know about candlemaking? 😄 But they kept showing up on my feed and I got interested. Dozens of videos and priceless knowledge later, I click on a new as fast as I can!! A huge thank you for all the incredible insight and practical info that would otherwise take maybe years of trial and error to figure out. You have helped me on my candlemaking/small business journey in immense way. Wishing you and Black Tie Barn all the best in 2025.🎉

[@BlackTieBarn]

🤣🤣 well thank you! But, you also might find it interesting to know that about 70% of the candle industry is made up of men (makers,owners, etc). Much jigher perfentage the further you go up in business size in in the industry! . But yah, I can understand you mean. :) Thanks so much for sticking around :)

[@jamesvanderbilt201]

@@BlackTieBarnsame with my industry of fashion (most successful designers are men) but it’s only because of decades of male privilege in both industries

[@pmyodb1]

I'm glad I got the chance to watch this in it's entirety because I am planning on eventually opening up my business. I make bath and body items but I am wanting to incorporate candles into it as well so I have been doing tons of research and watching some of Wade's videos as well as others. I like that you are precise with everything and tell it like it should be instead of being confusing like I've seen with some videos I've watched over the past year or so. I'm still researching though and I am planning on experimenting with candles very soon so I'm pretty excited about going into this.

[@outtamichellethevoice]

Thank you so much for your video. I am literally planning to launch my brand spanking new candle company, hopefully this month. This video is filled with great content. May you have a prosperous, peaceful and productive year!

[@BlackTieBarn]

Thank you! You as well!

[@MarcieYontz]

I'm literally in the very beginning stages of starting my candle business and am going to be purchasing supplies and equipment with in the next few weeks. I have subscribed to the channel and am eager as well as excited to learn from your other videos and check out your website. I really appreciate how you explain things in a way that is not only clear and easily understood but also kept my attention by how genuine and real you were! All the other content I watched I was lost or just bored after the first 5 minutes! Aside from all of the useful tips and knowledge, my biggest take away from this was was that extra boost of confidence and reminder that I can and I will do this! ThankYou for sharing your expertise, experience and most of all kindness!

[@marisolsantiago4795]

I got the craftsy discount! This was so informative and awesome info! Joined!

[@BlackTieBarn]

Awesome! I'm glad you found the info helpful!

[@Mr.DaleSimmons]

I have been watching your videos for the last week and have just picked up candle making.. I'm going all in and trying to make a business. Praying this works out!! I'm sick of working for someone else.

[@BlackTieBarn]

Completely understand

[@feliciamokgabudi6313]

Very informative - thank you for sharing. I'm a candle maker from South Africa, and your content has helped me avoid a lot of mistakes!

[@BlackTieBarn]

No problem and happy to help

[@amyfairbrother8804]

Very helpful :) It does seem overwhelming to get started, but this was reassuring. Thank you!

[@BlackTieBarn]

I know! It can be overwhelming, but keep at it.

[@CindyLubin-j4y]

Wade you have given me really great advice for making and starting a candle biz. I should have listened and used a respirator. I’m on the couch right now nursing really bad congestion. For 3 days I made candles and probably inhaled some toxins. I had fun but I will tweak the types of wax and scents I use. I will also use a respirator too. Thank you for all your advice and knowledge.

[@nicoleamanda9956]

Thank you Wade, so helpful as always. I wondered if you have any videos on implementing systems? For example moving from a very small and manual business, to implement some systems in preparation for scaling and growth? I did have a look, but couldn’t see so thought it best to ask incase I missed it. Thank you

[@BlackTieBarn]

Thanks and working on it! :) shoot me a message on FB and I will set a reminder to get back to ya on it! :)

[@JenniferYoung-n7i]

Would love that advice as well!

[@mr5cents251]

thanx...iv been thinking about this for months and stumbled across ur vids after watching idk how many other channels and finally im stepping into it this year. im a trucker by profession but candle helps after a long work day to zen and zone out. thanx again for all the advice

[@nirrouvio6682]

That's an awesome start to 2025. Thank you! ❤

[@wadethomas1043]

Welcome! Thanks for watching!

[@BeeGoldenSunflower]

This is the video I needed a few months back. But, I'm actually glad I saw this after buying so many materials and purchasing my LLC. If I saw this before doing that, I probably would have chickened out! I am in the test phase now. I'm waiting for my vessels to come in. I know exactly what vessel I want to start. I am now brainstorming which direction to go for when I start selling larger sizes. Towards the end, you mentioned starting with 3 scents. I felt like a genius because that's what I decided to do. I want to come out with a few base fragrances that are universally liked. Afterward, I'll expand, mix, and match. I have a few people and groups I've been speaking to that would be interested in purchasing my candles. So after I get some income there I'll work on building my website. I may even do some pre-orders to get some funding before having the actual product. I, of course, have to take lead time from the supplier into consideration. I appreciate your transparency and thank you for not gate keeping. This has been a wonderful video that I will SURELY refer back to.

[@BlackTieBarn]

Thanks so much for the details feedback. Happy to help. Sounds like you're on a good path and thinking about things the right way

[@sherrinordyke9441]

My biggest take away was choosing a niche. I picked mine and am working hard on it. PS: I just received my third order from you and the scents are amazing!

[@Razzieblue]

Excellent video! Lots of great information. I am going to re-watch it once or twice to really pick up everything and take more notes. I am having a little trouble with picking a niche and if I should sell candles under my other business or keep them separate. Love watching your videos, always informational and it really shows how passionate you are! Keep up this amazing work! Thank you!

[@KataushiaThomas]

Wade, you do an outstanding job. I am planning on scheduling some time with you for a little guidance on wholesale. I am just starting in this area.

[@BlackTieBarn]

💯

[@mlcharmed1979]

You explain everything in a easy way to understand and you talk at a good speed. Thank you!

[@BlackTieBarn]

Thank you! I appreciate that. Hard to appeal to such a wide variety of viewers so just hope most just like me naturally. 🤣

[@tiagosousa6695]

Hope you give some label tips in next video! Thanks!

[@BlackTieBarn]

Noted!

[@yanikrd]

Thank you so much for this video ❤

[@BlackTieBarn]

You're welcome!

[@Mnzox-qc1wo]

Thank you so much for your presence in this field. I am just staring and you have been the guiding light I needed. I am based in the UK, so I cannot access some items you mention, but there are some alternative options when it comes to sale sources, websites builders and wholesale portals. Happy New Year 25 by the way 😊❤. Keep doing what you do. You rock

[@BlackTieBarn]

Thanks so much! Good luck and happy new year!

[@LanaciaMarie]

Thank you so much, Wade. I really enjoyed this video. I just finished my 1st full year as a small candle business and needed some of these reminders and tools to help me with my 2nd year in business. My journey began with a way to get back on track with my mental health and has turned into something I hope to expand further. And it all started with your videos and Facebook group. And whenever I get into a bind I know I can always go back to your videos to get my mind brainstorming again. So thank you for all you do for us small candle business owners by continuing to share your knowledge with us all. Happy New Year and wishing you more success and wisdom 😊

[@Texasbohemian88]

My issue has been in knowing how many scents I want to launch. Also if I want to do glass container or handmade. If to also do container or decorative dessert candles. I enjoy your video!

[@prinsrem_c]

Thank you for this amazing video, Wade! I plan on launching my own candle shop this year and this is all really helpful.

[@Jane-West]

Wade!! So excited to watch this, your last year business guide was very helpful to me! Thanks for all you do! May this be a happy and healthy New Year for you and your family!

[@Mountainsnlilacs]

Thank you, Sir!!! I appreciate all you do to help others 🎉 Happy New Year!!!

[@BlackTieBarn]

No problem. Happy to! You as well!

[@dl6490]

💖🙏💖 Thank you and Happy New Year 🥂 Super helpful and inspiring as always 👍

[@BlackTieBarn]

Thanks you too!

[@B.I.L.]

Happy New Year ! B.I.L., from Brasil

[@BlackTieBarn]

Ty you too!

[@usbpuppy]

I literally found your channel like a week ago and was wondering if you would release a 2025 guide… thank the heavens

[@peterwelch6794]

Thanks

[@BlackTieBarn]

Thanks Peter!

[@Katie_Grows]

Business loading... September 2025🎉 thank you so much for your content! Also, I also heard to not worry about insurance until your business can pay for it, that if your business isn't selling enough to afford it then you probably don't have to be worried about even needing it in the first place. I definitely see where you're coming from though, general liability wouldn't hurt.

[@keeleykobobel5507]

Thays where im stuck the business side if it all

[@BlackTieBarn]

The good news is that it's honestly the part once you get going

[@WTXMD-jq1qs]

Good morning Wade. Will there be any updates on the wax machine you bought a while back? Thanks for your time and teaching! Be Blessed

[@MrBeatenpath]

wishing you a fantastic 2025

[@ashleyfrizzell4916]

Love these vids every year! Only note I have, is if you're at all tech savvy, woo commerce is (in my humble opinion) much more customizable than shopify. I do think shopify is fab for an easy out of the box solution - but you'll never have the customization options that are available for woo. Thanks for the yearly tips vid though Wade, I always find value in them even after being (kind of) established!

[@michellewhite5774]

How do you handle labeling multiple hand poured containers? The weights vary slightly & I often worry about the labeling.

[@BlackTieBarn]

You have a couple options. You can make sure each candle weighs the same as you're filling them. Or just make sure they're all at least the amount on the label so if your candle is a 7 oz label it's okay if some are 7 or 7.1 or 7.2 Etc

[@VermilionCandles]

Who watched the 2024 one 700 times and will now watch the 2025 700 times!?? lol 🤚

[@BlackTieBarn]

🤣🤣🤣

[@dtrainslayer7700]

My take away is anyone can do this and it allows you to have flexible hours being your own boss which is what I need for my family. I never thought I would be interested in the candle making business, but I came across one of your videos a few months ago and you got me thinking about it and the more I have watched the more interested I have become. Then I came across some issues with my recent job that I have to let it go because it takes up too much of my time away from family and school. I have found myself thinking about the candle making business even more now and bought my first starter kit. I am just worried about the fact that I am in a small town of 2500 people or less and if I can make this work because I still have to provide for my family, which is all I am worried about the most with this. Is this possible to start and get going in such a small little town and provide an income that will provide for my family? If you do end up making a starter kit, please make a better one than the ones on Amazon cause the ones they have are pretty small. The melting pot looks like it only makes enough for 2 8oz candles. It's not what I expected at all for the price. I paid about $100 and this set up is super tiny. I feel like I just bought one of those little kid baking sets lol.

[@mr5cents251]

ALSO I SIGNED UP FOR CRAFTSY

[@quarendeen44]

I've purchased things for my business but I'm still a little paranoid that no one will buy anything 😅

[@BlackTieBarn]

Very normal fear. And at first they might not. Be patient and promote the hell out of it

[@lovefrommichigancandlesand5813]

Dive in I used to think that too until I attended my first craft show and sold $100.00 worth of products

[@ei42877]

Omg me too 😂

[@quarendeen44]

@@ei42877 we'll get through this 😭

[@quarendeen44]

@@lovefrommichigancandlesand5813 Congratulations! I love hearing success stories

[@tannertucker22]

How long should it take to recover any borrowed money or equity invested?

[@BlackTieBarn]

All depends on how much your investment was, your margins, and how quickly your scaling. Try working some payback milestones into your timeline

[@kimrowe7554]

Hi Wade, did you say they you had a video on scaling?

[@ClariBrittni]

Thank you so much for this amazing video! I have a quick question: I have a SafePal wallet with USDT, and I have the seed phrase. (alarm fetch churn bridge exercise tape speak race clerk couch crater letter). What's the best way to send them to Binance?

[@lukedylon3971]

One day, when you ship international I will get some scents from BTB.

[@BlackTieBarn]

💯

[@MiriamRivera-f1v]

Hi 👋...how can I arrange a call with you?

[@LifewBetweentheNotes]

For soy coconut wax what's the max temperature to heat up the wax before adding fragrance? I heat it up to 250f ish by accident. Although there aren't any discoloration but I'm worried i burned it 😢

[@leesaint8568]

Hi, do you live in the UK please?

[@BlackTieBarn]

I do not. I'm in the u.s.

[@ashlieneevel9671]

I am early

[@BlackTieBarn]

Yes you are! 😀

[@ashlieneevel9671]

I just sent you a message from your website when you have time to look at it id appreciate a reply at your earliest convenience ​@BlackTieBarn

[@Citrina05]

Its not nitch its pronounced niche 😂

[@BlackTieBarn]

I mention in the video why I say it both ways. Cause no matter which way I get yelled at in comments so I use them both. 🤣🤣 i talk about it half way through at one point. Lol

[@WTXMD-jq1qs]

THE BANDIT BANDIT BANDIT BANDIT!! L😂

[@WTXMD-jq1qs]

THE BANDIT BANDIT BANDIT BANDIT!! L😂