
The Candle Corner
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The Candle Corner
How Small Candle and Soap Businesses Can Compete with Retail Giants Like TEMU
In the world of handmade candles and soaps, small businesses have long thrived by offering unique, personal touches that mass retailers simply cannot replicate. However, in recent times, companies like TEMU have made it harder for small makers to keep their heads above water. With aggressive pricing, overwhelming marketing power, and endless product choices, TEMU and similar monster online retailers seem to be an unstoppable force. But here’s the thing: we can survive—and even thrive—by embracing what makes our small businesses special.
Candle Making Supplies In Canada: Secrets to Creating Sensational Scented Candles that Sell Fast!
Competition in the candle industry is fierce, but fear not! Here’s how you can make your business shine:
Unique Scents: Everyone loves the classics, but a quirky scent like “Grandma’s Kitchen” or “Snowy Pine Forest” can make you memorable.
Eco-Friendly Practices: Consumers are more eco-conscious than ever. Offering soy or beeswax candles can set you apart.
Eye-Catching Designs: From ombre candles to those infused with diamond sparkle dust (exclusive on Candlehaven.ca!), visual appeal is key.
Adventures In Candle Making
If you’ve read my blog you know that I was inspired to create candles by my Mother who showed me how it was done when I was little. The part I left out however is that I’m not crafty. I figured that “crafty” was a gene that skipped a generation because my Mother was basically Martha Stewart, and I was the furthest thing from that.