How Do You Pick Candles For Kwanzaa?
Candles are essential to the celebration of Kwanzaa. The Kwanzaa set, which also becomes a centerpiece during the last night of Kwanzaa celebrations, requires seven candles: one black, three red and three green. If you need to pick the perfect candles for your set, here are a few tips on how to go shopping for them, what to avoid and how to make the most of them. Pick good quality, natural candles made of soy wax or high-quality paraffin. This will guarantee that the candles won’t smoke and avoid an awkward look and smell at the dinner table. High quality candles can be bought at gift shops, craft stores and special ornamental shops. Read the label and look for candles that have been made with natural coloring to avoid fumes. This is especially important for the black candle, as the coloring used on them can produce strong fumes. Look at the type of candle holder you have before you choose your candles. Pillar candles need adequate support to stand up straight. If the candle holder has
