tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10178494020023859852012-02-16T09:18:46.615-08:00Welcome to the official blog of Michaelsmerchandise.ecrater.com, where you can find scented candlesticks, jar candles, floating candles, candle holders, and more. We offer affordable products 24 hours a day / 7 days a week. From tea lights to votives; from lanterns to metal candle holders, we carry it all. If you're looking for something particular and can't find it on our site, please let us know. We welcome all feedback.Michael J. Cheaneyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14709688190155772193noreply@blogger.comBlogger31100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1017849402002385985.post-5593525001338093852009-09-26T17:17:00.000-07:002009-09-26T17:21:44.404-07:00<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_pUNv0hqPFnY/Sr6v5DR8xtI/AAAAAAAAAAM/pVK6FggJBSE/s1600-h/Stone+Finish+Candle+pot.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 320px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_pUNv0hqPFnY/Sr6v5DR8xtI/AAAAAAAAAAM/pVK6FggJBSE/s320/Stone+Finish+Candle+pot.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5385935599049688786" border="0" /></a><br />This citronella scented candle is a beautiful addition to any decor.<br /><br />A weathered texture gives the intriguing appeal of ancient mossy stone to a squared planter-style pot, attractively filled with a long-burning butterscotch yellow candle. As the flame casts a heartwarming ring of light, the uplifting fragrance of citronella is slowly released to sweeten the air.<br /><br />It is made of 100 percent Paraffin wax. And Stands 4 3/4 diameter x 4 high.<br /><br />It normally retails for $19.95,<br /><br />My price $14.95<br /><br /><span>You can see it at: <a href="http://michaelsmerchandise.ecrater.com/product.php?pid=5474218" class="smarterwiki-linkify">http://michaelsmerchandise.ecrater.com/product.php?pid=5474218</a></span><br /><br />And while your there don't forget to look around and see our other selections of candles and other home decor accessories!<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/1017849402002385985-559352500133809385?l=michaelsmerchandise.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Michael J. Cheaneyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14709688190155772193noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1017849402002385985.post-79996122388312050602009-09-25T08:48:00.000-07:002009-09-25T08:59:25.608-07:00Today I have added a new line of scented candles and candle holders.<br /><br />I am now carrying all sorts of yummy flavors such as Birthday cake, Spice, Sugar Cookie, and more!<br /><br />Please Stop By <a href="Michaelsmerchandise.ecrater.com">MichaelsMerchandise.ecrater.com</a> and check it out!<br /><br />Below you will find a little overview of the positives and negatives of the Great Soy Wax v.paraffin wax debate.<br /><br /><p>You may have heard stories recently about the benefits of soy wax, or about how paraffin wax is unhealthy or not good for you. In this article we will examine the myths and rumors and give the straight facts on both soy and paraffin wax candles and allow you to see what the truth and fuss is all about.</p> <p>Before we start, it is important for you to know what the actual difference is between soy and paraffin waxes, and to see how each are produced. Let's start with paraffin wax, the most common wax to create candles with today. If you purchase a candle that isn't marked as soy, beeswax, or any other special blend of wax, chances are that you have purchased a candle that is made from a paraffin blend of wax. </p> <p>Paraffin wax is a heavy hydrocarbon that comes from crude oil. Paraffin waxes are produced by refining or separating the waxes out of crude mineral oils. Obtained from the ground, crude oil is a compositionally varied product, consisting of a mixture of hydrocarbons. Another name for crude oil is fossil fuel. Crude oil is transported to refineries where it is refined into finished products by complex processes. One of the many products derived from refining is lubricating oil. It is from the lube oil refining process that petroleum waxes are derived. There are three general categories of petroleum wax that are obtained from lube oil refining. They include paraffin, microcrystalline and petrolatum. Paraffin waxes are derived from the light lubricating oil distillates. Paraffin waxes contain predominantly straight-chain hydrocarbons with an average chain length of 20 to 30 carbon atoms.</p> Soy wax, on the other hand is made from vegetable matter. Soy wax is a vegetable wax made from the oil of soybeans. After harvesting, the beans are cleaned, cracked, de-hulled, and rolled into flakes. The oil is then extracted from the flakes and hydrogenated. The hydrogenation process converts some of the fatty acids in the oil from unsaturated to saturated. This process dramatically alters the melting point of the oil, making it a solid at room temperature. The leftover bean husks are commonly used as animal feed. The U.S. grows the vast majority of the world's soybeans, primarily in Illinois, Iowa, and Indiana.<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/1017849402002385985-7999612238831205060?l=michaelsmerchandise.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Michael J. Cheaneyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14709688190155772193noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1017849402002385985.post-91546034191718831202009-09-24T13:38:00.001-07:002009-09-24T13:38:24.262-07:00Hi there and welcome to my new Blog!<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/1017849402002385985-9154603419171883120?l=michaelsmerchandise.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Michael J. 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