Candlemaking for Profit: A Practical Guide for Small-Scale Producers - Softcover

Aley, Robert

 
9781853397219: Candlemaking for Profit: A Practical Guide for Small-Scale Producers
Softcover
ISBN 10: 1853397210 ISBN 13: 9781853397219
Verlag: Practical Action Publishing, 2011

Inhaltsangabe

Candlemaking is a traditional craft which can be converted into a modern small business with viable markets in most countries around the world. This book includes instructions on how to determine the feasibility of a candlemaking business, and advises on essential business planning. It gives detailed and specific guidance in the critical areas of pricing, marketing and selling.

Candlemaking for Profit covers the various materials and methods used in candlemaking. It includes step-by-step illustrations to explain methods appropriate for small-scale production and advises on different wax types, wicks, dyes and scents and gives advice on dealing with material suppliers. The methods illustrated include dipping, molding, pouring and how to make container candles. Finding workshop space is also covered, with information about costs of premises, workshop layout, stock control and safety. The book explains how to keep ahead through design and innovation. It includes advice on how to generate creative ideas, respond to market trends and safeguard intellectual property.

This is a simple and clear practical guide for those who are looking for a business start-up or who want to convert their candlemaking hobby into a profitable small business, whether living in an economically rich or developing country.

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Über die Autorin bzw. den Autor

Robert Aley has run his own successful candlemaking business since 2003. 'The Wax Studio' is a multi-award winning small business which has built a strong reputation for its innovative candle designs and handmade product quality. Robert Aley has a master's degree in design and extensive experience in advising small enterprises in developing countries.

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Verlag
Practical Action Publishing
Erscheinungsdatum
2011
Sprache
Englisch
ISBN 10 
1853397210
ISBN 13 
9781853397219
Einband
Taschenbuch
Anzahl der Seiten
99
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