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Candle Price Calculator for Etsy and Craft Fair Sellers
Add your wax, fragrance, vessel, packaging, labor, and fee assumptions. CandleMargin shows your true cost and the minimum price required to hit your margin.
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Pricing notes for candle sellers
What margin should a candle seller target?
Many small sellers start by testing 40%-55% gross margin after materials, labor, and marketplace fees. Wholesale often needs a separate calculation because buyers expect a lower unit price.
Should labor be included in candle cost?
Yes. If you leave labor out, your calculator says the candle is profitable while the business quietly buys your time for free.
Does this replace bookkeeping?
No. It is a planning calculator. Use bookkeeping software or a tax professional for accounting and tax decisions.
Supply costs to check
Soy wax
Check price per pound before buying.
Candle jars
Compare landed cost per jar, not pack price.
Cotton wicks
Test burn before committing to a size.
Thermal labels
Roll labels are usually cheaper per unit.
Some supply links may be affiliate links. CandleMargin only recommends common inputs candle sellers already shop for.