Abstract: There is described a smokeless candle which contains insect or Chinese wax, in addition to paraffin wax, to prevent generation of soot, when burning flame of the candle flares.

Abstract: A decorative candle and method of forming a decorative candle are disclosed. The decorative candle is fabricated from a wax material that defines a bottom layer having a top surface. At least one flanged gelatinous component formed from a mineral oil gel is placed onto the top surface of the bottom layer. A second layer of wax having a top layer is added such that the entire flange portion of the gelatinous component is covered, but at least a portion of the decorative (non-flange) portion of the gelatinous component protrudes above the top surface of the top layer of the candle.

Abstract: A decorative product has at least one, but preferably many solid icons made of ester-terminated polyamide (ETPA) and low-polarity liquid such as mineral oil. A clear medium such as clear ETPA-based polymer, is around the icon. The medium may be in a clear jar and a wick may extend through the medium to form a candle.

Abstract: A thermochromic colourant is used to indicate a temperature change in a candle. During manufacture, the colour change of the colourant will indicate when the temperature has fallen to a level suitable for packing of the candle. The candle formulation may include the thermochromic colourant to visually indicate when in use parts of the candle above a predetermined temperature, or the colourant may be provided in a coating on the candle body, or in a wrapper for the candle.

Abstract: An inclusion candle includes an inner core formed of wax and a wick, an outer annulus formed of wax and an inflammable inclusion and a mesh sleeve disposed Intermediate the core and the annulus. The sleeve defines interstices therethrough, the wax of the core and the wax of the annulus binding together through the interstices of the sleeve. The sleeve is formed of a material having a coefficient of thermal expansion compatible with that of the annulus wax to preclude cracking of said annulus during candle formation and candle burning.

Abstract: A vegetable lipid-based composition comprised of a vegetable lipid component and a petroleum wax is described. The vegetable lipid component may include a triglyceride or a free fatty acid/triglyceride mixture. The vegetable lipid-based composition has properties that make it advantageous in candle production.

Abstract: A candle is provided having an inner core with a top end, a bottom end, an outer surface, and a wick; a middle layer attached to said outer surface of said inner wax core; and an outer layer attached to said middle layer. The middle layer of the candle is a foil sheet with designs cut into the sheet. The candle has a translucent inner core and an opaque middle layer. The outer layer has an opacity such that the middle layer is visible only when said wick is lit. The outer layer and the middle layer of the candle have a melting point higher than the melting point of the inner core. A method for making the candle is also provided.

Abstract: A reusable candle wick for reusability and convenience. The reusable candle wick includes a metal mesh member comprising essentially metal wires formed into a mesh and having an upright stem portion which is essentially a cylinder and further having a plurality of feet portions integrally extending radially and perpendicularly from a base of the stem portion with there being approximately at least 50 per inch. The mesh member is adapted to be placed upon a flat wax surface with the wax and the base of the stem portion being ignited with a flame. As the wax melts, the mesh member sinks into the wax and can be extinguished and reused as desired.

Abstract: A decorative candle holder for supporting a spring-loaded candle sleeve in an upright position. The holder comprises a shell forming a cavity therethrough, a base, an upper aperture, a lower aperture and feet. The lower aperture and the cavity are dimensioned for receiving the candle sleeve. In the preferred form, the upper aperture has a diameter slightly smaller than the diameter of the sleeve such that the tip of the sleeve rest within the upper aperture but does not extend therethrough. The bottom of the sleeve is frictionally secured within the lower aperture by preferably a flexible ring that is slidably engaged with the sleeve and is of sufficient thickness to snugly fit radially between the bottom of the sleeve and the walls of the lower aperture. Preferably, feet are attached to the bottom of the holder to further assist in supporting the holder in an upright position.

Abstract: A decorative candle and method of forming a decorative candle are disclosed. The decorative candle is fabricated from a wax material that defines a bottom layer having a top surface. At least one flanged gelatinous component formed from a mineral oil gel is placed onto the top surface of the bottom layer. A second layer of wax having a top layer is added such that the entire flange portion of the gelatinous component is covered, but at least a portion of the decorative (non-flange) portion of the gelatinous component protrudes above the top surface of the top layer of the candle.

Abstract: A method of forming a decorative candle. The method comprises providing a candle which is fabricated from a wax material that defines a top surface. Next, a source of heat is applied to the candle until at least that portion of the wax which defines the top surface thereof is melted. Then at least one gelatinous component formed from a mineral oil gel is placed onto the top surface such that the component is at least partially inserted into the molten wax. The candle is allowed to cool thereby hardening the molten wax and securing the gelatinous component. The melting point of the gelatinous component is higher than the melting point of the wax such that the component will not melt when placed upon the molten wax.

Abstract: Candle holder for a plurality of candles arranged separately from each other. Each candle comprises a cup-shaped container with a wick and wax. The candles (10, 11, 12) are arranged substantially vertically one underneath the other at such a distance that the respectively lower candle thermally influences the candle arranged above it such that its wax is melted. Said candle holder consists of a slide-in system, that can be set up to the desired distance.

Abstract: The invention relates to a process for producing a paraffin-based object, especially a candle, with a proportion of a perfume which exceeds 10% by weight, in which the perfume is dissolved in a solvent containing an organic ester, and the solution is in turn added to or disolved in paraffin.

Abstract: Candle wax containing a combination of a UV absorber, preferably a benzotriazole, in combination with a hindered amine which is substituted on the N-atom by an alkoxy, a cycloalkoxy or an hydroxy-substituted alkoxy moiety is surprising better stabilized than candle wax which contains a combination of a UV absorber and a conventional hindered amine where the N-atom is substituted by hydrogen or alkyl.

Abstract: A method of forming a decorative candle. The method comprises providing a candle which is fabricated from a wax material that defines a top surface. Next, a source of heat is applied to the candle until at least that portion of the wax which defines the top surface thereof is melted. Then at least one gelatinous component formed from a mineral oil gel is placed onto the top surface such that the component is at least partially inserted into the molten wax. The candle is allowed to cool thereby hardening the molten wax and securing the gelatinous component. The melting point of the gelatinous component is higher than the melting point of the wax such that the component will not melt when placed upon the molten wax.

Abstract: A candle and the method of making the same is disclosed wherein the candle consists essentially of about 5 to 40 volume percent of a paraffin wax; about 5 to 10 volume percent of a candle scent; about 0.25 to 1 volume percent of a binding agent; about 50 to 95 volume percent of a soybean oil; and about 1 to 5 drops of a liquid dye. The method of making the candle comprises the steps of: adding a binding agent to paraffin wax and heating the same to about 160° F.; adding soybean oil to the mixture and heating the same to about 160° F.; adding liquid dye to the mixture; adding the candle scent to the mixture; and pouring the mixture into pre-wicked containers.

Abstract: A candle is constructed of a series of wax members arrayed in a stack, and extending between a top wax member and a base wax member. Each wax member has a through-hole, and a wick is closely received within the through-holes in the wax members to extend between the top wax member and the base wax member in the stack. The wick therefore retains the wax members about its length, but its flexibility and “play” allows for limited motion of the wax members with respect to each other about the wick. As a result, the wax members may be reconfigured so that the candle assumes different shapes, in accordance with the user's tastes and desires.

Abstract: A candle capable of changing color when lighted is disclosed. More particularly, the candle incorporates thermochromic dyes that are a first color at room temperature and a second color upon being raised to an activation temperature. The color change is preferably reversible so that upon cooling, the portions of the candle that underwent a color change return to their original color.

Abstract: A decorative candle display and a method for its manufacture. The display includes a container with an open top and an interior wall surface and a core candle with an exposed wick situated within the container. Core candle size and placement is such that a chamber is formed between the candle and the wall surface, and a candle wax material filler is disposed within the chamber. A colored gelatinous structure is disposed on top of the core candle and has a substantially vertical aperture through which the wick, extending from the core candle, resides for ignitable exposure above the gel structure. Fabrication methodology includes application of heat to the gelatinous structure to round any pointed border portions thereof and to imbue a sheen to the structure as an inherent heat-induced reaction occurs in the gelatinous material for such sheen production.

Abstract: A decorative candle display including a non-opaque container of a defined geometrical shape and volume, and a heat-meltable, non-opaque candle placeable within this container. The candle has a defined geometrical shape which can be substantially complimentary to the shape of the container. Within the non-opaque gel of the candle are a plurality of image-producing gaseous cells and a conventional ignitable wick extending substantially there through with an exposed end for lighting. The density of the gel and the volume of the container are cooperatively correlated such that the volume of the container accommodates a sufficient quantity of water in which the candle will float upon introduction of this sufficient water quantity into the container.

Abstract: A multi-layer gel candle includes a substantially transparent container, such as a glass tumbler, in which multiple layers of mineral oil-based gel are poured in selective layer patterns including multiple layers with parallel interfaces and multiple layers with intersecting interfaces between layers. Each gel layer may be provided with colorant and fragrance compositions mixed thereinto, as well as light reflective or visual effect enhancing particulates. Striking visual effects and fragrance effects are obtained.

Abstract: An ester-terminated dimer acid-based polyamide may be blended with a solvent to form a gel. The solvent may be flammable, and a wick may be added to the resulting gel so as to form a candle. Depending on the composition, the candle may be formed into a free standing pillar, or may be better suited to being placed in a container. The solvent may be mineral oil. A solid coating may be placed around the candle, for advantages including to enhance the mechanical stability of the gelled body, and to eliminate the tendency of a gel to have an oily feel and to accept noticeable fingerprints. The solvent which, in combination with the ester-terminated dimer acid-based polymer forms a gel, may be or include a fragrance material, an insecticide or an insect repellent. A wick may or may not be present in this gel, but in any event, the composition provides for the release of the fragrance, insecticide or insect-repellent.

Abstract: A food product that maintains a flame comprising an edible wick. The food product may be surrounded by an edible, meltable foodstuff. Also disclosed is a string-less wick, which may be used in an edible candle or a non-edible candle or serve as an edible or non-edible candle itself.

Abstract: A candle comprising candle base materials of a variety of kinds, on the one hand of a candle base material of a first kind which consists in part of white oil and of copolymer, synthetic paraffin being further contained as a constituent, in particular of chain length C18 to C20, and on the other hand of a candle base material of a second kind consisting of conventional paraffin derived from crude paraffins. The different candle base materials are arranged one over the other in a layered manner.

Abstract: A method of manufacturing a gel candle having a non-metal core wick that stands upright and is not bent, wilted, or submerged in the gel candle body. In one aspect, the method includes providing a gel-forming liquid composition in a candle container having a longitudinal axis running therethrough, the gel-forming liquid composition having an average temperature of between about 195.degree. F. and about 230.degree. F.; thereafter, inserting a wick-clip having a non-metal core wick into the composition in the container when the temperature of the composition substantially in the center of the container is between about 160.degree. F. and about 195.degree. F.; and positioning the wick-clip in the composition in the container using a magnetic material. After the positioning step, the non-metal core wick is substantially aligned with the longitudinal axis of the container. In another aspect, the method can further include cooling the composition in the container.

Abstract: A scented candle includes a candle manufacturing material, a fragrance provider, and at least one of polypropylene glycol and polypropylene glycol monoalkyl ether with a general formula (I)H--(OC.sub.3 H.sub.6).sub.n --O--R (I)where n is an integer between 2 and 40 and R is H or an alkyl group with a carbon number between 1 and 10.

Abstract: A multi-layer candle in which each layer has a different fragrance so that as the candle burns, the different fragrances merge to form new fragrances from the mixtures thereof. The multi-layer candle may be conical or cylindrical-shaped or may have other selected shapes.

Abstract: A decorative candle. The candle comprises a container that defines an interior chamber. Disposed within the interior chamber is a candle core having a top surface, a bottom surface, an outer surface, and a bore. The candle core is disposed within the interior chamber such that the bottom surface of the candle core is in abutting contact with the container and a cavity is formed between the outer surface and the container. The candle further comprises a wick disposed within the bore of the candle core. Disposed within the cavity and bore is an outer layer of a wax mixture. The outer layer has a melting point less than the melting point of the candle core such that the outer layer can be poured over the candle core without melting the same. The candle further includes at least one component placed upon a top surface of the top layer. Additionally, a top layer of the wax mixture is disposed on the top surface of the outer layer. The top layer partially encapsulates the component and the wick.

Abstract: Transparent stiff gel candles comprising a hydrocarbon oil, a wick, and one or more triblock, radial block or multiblock copolymer of a thermoplastic rubber, and optionally a diblock copolymer.

Abstract: A candle holder comprising a plurality of layers of stacked glass. The layers may be of any desired thickness, or varying thicknesses, and may also be any desired color. The layers have an aperture for accommodating a candle therewithin, and preferably include positioning grooves for aligning the layers. By mixing and matching the various layers, different unique and pleasing ornamental effects may be achieved.

Abstract: A substantially non-paraffin combustible candle composition consists essentially of at least 30 parts by weight of stearic acid, at least 5 parts by weight of vegetable-derived wax having a melting point of at least 50.degree. C., 0-50 parts by weight of at least one vegetable oil, 0 to 10 parts by weight of at least one fragrance and 0 to 1 part by weight of at least one oxidation inhibitor.

Abstract: The invention comprises a candle device having a wax body having a center hole therethrough. A single elongated wick is formed into a loop with its intermediate portions with the loop surrounding the center hole while imbedded in the wax, and with the remote ends of the wick protruding through the top of the wax and adjacent one another so that both ends of the wick may be ignited at the same time and the candle thereby burning at both ends in accordance with an expression to that effect.

Abstract: This invention provides an air freshener candle product which is a slender combustible body composed of ingredients which include (1) candle-wax, (2) thermoplastic polymer and (3) particulate air freshener-release filler. The air freshener is released into the atmosphere under candle burning conditions. An invention taper-shaped candle can be produced by a continuous molding process.

Abstract: This invention provides a prilled wax composition that can be compression-molded to a votive type candle product which has a superior combination of density and hardness properties. An invention receptacle-contained votive candle can have a burn rate between about 2 and 5 grams per hour with a standard cotton wick, and maintains a flame height between about 1-3 centimeters during combustion.

Abstract: This invention provides a wick composition which is comprised of a polymeric strand such as polyethylene, which has a content of particulate cellulosic filler ingredient. The cellulosic ingredient contains chemically-bound air-freshener constituent. The wick is adapted for incorporation in a candle body. When the wick is ignited, it combusts with a controlled release of the air freshener constituent into the atmosphere.

Abstract: A low molecular weight, ester-terminated polyamide may be blended with a liquid hydrocarbon to form a transparent composition having gel consistency. The ester-terminated polyamide is prepared by reacting "x" equivalents of dicarboxylic acid wherein at least 50% of those equivalents are from polymerized fatty acid, "y" equivalents of diamine such as ethylene diamine, and "z" equivalents of monoalcohol having at least 4 carbon atoms. The stoichiometry of the reaction mixture is such that 0.9.ltoreq.{x/(y+z)}.ltoreq.1.1 and 0.1.ltoreq.{z/(y+z)}.ltoreq.0.7. The reactants are heated until they reach reaction equilibrium. The gel contains about 5-50% ester-terminated polyamide with the remainder preferably being pure hydrocarbon. The gels are useful in formulating personal care products and other articles wherein some degree of gel-like or self-supporting consistency is desired.

Abstract: A portable, contained, fueled, ready-to-use campfire assembly having a fire resistant container with an upwardly facing mouth. The container is filled with a mixture of mineral spirits, paraffin wax and hardwood chips. No additional fuel, mixing, pouring, or lighting is required and a long lasting fire is provided that resists moderate winds, is readily extinguished and does not give out dangerous sparks.

Abstract: The invention provides a scented gel candle which is flash proof and provides a greater scent. The candle consists of a container having a candle body of a triblock copolymer and hydrocarbon oil having a high flash point. A wick is located in the candle body and is preferably of an unwaxed diameter of about 3/64 to 5/64 inch. The use of the combination of an appropriately sized wick and the high flash hydrocarbon oil provides a safe candle with a satisfactory release of a scent.

Abstract: This invention provides an air freshener candle product which is a slender combustible body composed of ingredients which comprise (1) candlewax, (2) thermoplastic polymer, (3) particulate polysaccharidic filler, and (4) air freshener ingredient. The air freshener is released into the atmosphere under candle burning conditions. An invention taper-shaped candle is wickless, and can be produced by a continuous molding process.

Abstract: A candle has an elongated wax body formed around a wick and having a tip from which the wick projects and which is formed with a shoulder. The candle is oriented upside down with the tip from which the wick projects directed downward and heat is projected against a surface of the tip to melt wax on the surface of the tip such that the melted wax runs down and drips off the candle tip and wick projecting therefrom. Heat is projected against the tip by directing a hot-air jet against the tip. Alternately this can be done by projecting infrared radiation against the tip. To achieve the most attractive results the candle is rotated about a central longitudinal candle axis while projecting heat against its tip.

Abstract: The method disclosed herein relates to sculpting an image on a wax article such as a candle. The sculpting is done by pressure blasting entrained cutting grit through a mask or a sequence of masks. If a sequence of masks is sued to form the sculpted image, a sequence of colored pigments are entrained in the blast to impart different colors to the part of the image exposed by each mask in the sequence. A wax article of manufacture is produced having a concave sculpted surface with embedded colored cutting grit occupying predetermined portions of the image.

Abstract: A candle embedded with metal particulates is provided that includes a candle body, one or more wick wells, and one or more wicks. The candle body is formed of a moldable and combustible material, such as paraffin or wax. Additionally, the candle body includes a plurality of metal particulates disposed within the moldable and combustible material. Each wick is disposed within a wick well which is essentially a region of moldable and combustible material that is devoid of metal particulates so as to promote more uniform burning of the candle. Preferably, the metal particulates are aluminum wedge shaped flakes. The function of the metal particulates is threefold: 1) they maintain the shape and size of the candle throughout its burn life; 2) they conduct heat from the flame throughout the candle body to permit melting and flowing of liquid wax throughout the candle body to the wicks; and 3) they reflect the candle flame light from the top surface of the candle.

Abstract: A candle and method of making the candle. The candle includes a core surrounded by a combustible material and a fill composition. The combustible material surrounds the lower part of the core up to a selected level. A wick extends downwardly from the top of the core. The lower end of the wick extends no further than substantially the selected level. In this way, the risk of the combustible material catching fire is reduced.

Abstract: This invention provides a wick composition which is comprised of a polymeric strand such as polyethylene, which has a content of particulate polysaccharidic filler ingredient and air freshener ingredient. The wick is adapted for incorporation in a candle body. When the wick is ignited, it combusts with a controlled release of the air freshener ingredient into the atmosphere.

Abstract: A method for forming candles according to the invention includes four basic steps: providing a candle core; heating a working area on the outer surface of the candle core such that the working area is pliable; sculpturing a portion of the working area; and reheating the working area with a readily available household heating implement whenever the working area of the candle falls below a desired temperature. A candle core is comprised of multiple inner layers of distinct color and composition, an outer surface preferably having a pliable temperature range of about 120 to 125.degree. Fahrenheit, and a wick extending from a top end and wound into a loop. Because the pliable temperature range of the candle core is relatively low, the candle core need only to be preheated by submerging it a in hot water bath prior to sculpturing. Additionally, the outer surface of the candle core may be reheated anytime during sculpturing using a hair dryer or other readily available household heating source.

Abstract: The present invention relates to clear solid compositions that may be used as the base material of a transparent candle, to the transparent candles made therefrom, and to methods of making the same. The compositions of the present invention comprise one or more polyamide resins, which may be present in a total amount of about 40-70% by weight of the composition; and one or more 12-hydroxystearic acid ester solvents, which may be present in a total amount of about 10-70% by weight of the composition, having the following chemical structure: ##STR1## and wherein R may by selected from the group consisting of alkyl radicals, aryl radicals, and arylalkyl radicals.

Abstract: Transparent stiff gel candles comprising a hydrocarbon oil, a wick, and one or more triblock, radial block or multiblock copolymer of a thermoplastic rubber, and optionally a diblock copolymer.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to pourable fragrance-carrier compositions, and methods of preparation thereof, for use in tart candles, wherein the fragrance-carrier composition is comprised of a liquid base material of a hydrogenated polyolefin and a fragrance. The fragrance-carrier composition may be poured into the reservoir of a tart candle from which the fragrance is caused to be dispersed by the heat from a flame. More specifically, the liquid base material is comprised of a hydrogenated polyisoalkene such as hydrogenated polyisobutene.

Abstract: An insect repellent candle including a liquid containing DEET and a fragrance oil which acts as a carrier for dispersing DEET vapor into the atmosphere upon evaporation of the fragrance oil. The liquid system is contained within the wax of a candle which can be burned to emit DEET vapor into the atmosphere.