Beeswax Alchemy Book

Beeswax Alchemy by apiarist Petra Ahnert pairs practical beekeeping knowledge with over 40 DIY projects that turn beeswax into useful, beautiful items. It explores both the long history and modern uses of one of the hive's most versatile gifts.

At a glance

• Author: Petra Ahnert
• Projects: More than 40 step-by-step beeswax projects
• Covers: Candles, balms, salves, creams, scrubs, soaps, ornaments, and art
• Technique: Melting, molding, and shaping beeswax safely
• Background: 8,000 years of beeswax history and the forms available today
• Visuals: Full-color photography throughout

Best for

• Beekeepers wanting to use their harvested wax
• Crafters making candles, balms, and soaps
• Beginners learning to work with beeswax
• A creative gift for a bee enthusiast

How to use

Start with the techniques for melting and molding beeswax, then follow the step-by-step projects to make items like hand-dipped candles, lip balm, salves, soap, and luminaries, using your own wax or store-bought supplies.

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