Beeswax Alchemy offers over 40 creative projects that transform one of nature’s most treasured ingredients into practical and beautiful creations. Blending the art of DIY recipes with a beekeeper’s insights, this book by apiarist and entrepreneur Petra Ahnert provides both inspiration and step-by-step guidance for crafting with beeswax.
Dive into the rich history of beeswax—used by humans for over 8,000 years—and discover its ongoing role in modern-day products. Learn the basics of beeswax types, tools, and techniques for molding this versatile material into items you’ll use and enjoy. Each project includes clear, illustrated instructions to guide you through making candles, balms, salves, creams, soaps, ornaments, and more.
Projects include:
- Hand-Dipped Birthday Candles
- Cocoa Butter Lip Balm
- Rosebud Salve
- Solid Natural Perfumes
- Honey, Oats, and Beeswax Soap
- Beeswax Luminaries
- many more
Whether you're an experienced beekeeper or just starting out with beeswax, Beeswax Alchemy is a valuable resource for creating meaningful, handmade treasures to enjoy or share with loved ones.