HOW TO KEEP THE FLAME AGLOW ALL SEASON LONG

There is a proper way to burn a candle. And there are ways to make them last longer. The main rule of enjoying candles is to never leave a burning candle unattended. That’s basic safety, after all. We spoke to Laura Slatkin, founder and executive chairwoman of Nest Fragrances, about best practices. The first time you burn a container candle, you should allow it to form a complete pool

of melted wax across the surface of its container, from rim to rim. Keep wicks trimmed. A trimmed wick will give you a nice bright flame. Wicks should be about one-fourthinch high for best burning. Slatkin’s method is to wait for the candle to cool 100 per cent and turn it upside down. Take off the charred part with a tissue, and your wick will be good to light.