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Girl On Tinder Asks Guys To Send Applications To Be Her Companion, This Guy Writes A Full Resume

Just as our parents couldn’t imagine getting a date without a discotheque, many of us can’t deny the power of Tinder when it comes to bringing two people together. And while many of us realize that it’s an emotional and moral mine field for those seeking a serious relationship, with some originality and perseverance, one can truly find someone special. One of such people was Spencer, who posted his efforts to get a Tinder date last year, but the screenshots have resurfaced on Imgur and are making rounds again. And for a good reason, as Spencer’s attempt is quite funny!

Spencer, looking for a Tinder date, came across Sarah’s profile and got quite interested in this lovely lass. Unfortunately, getting to know her involved much greater effort than just swiping right and sending her a text message. Turns out, the 21-year-old lady was seeking a “companion for one night of haunted houses and an afternoon at the pumpkin patch” and was only accepting applications by email.

Spencer went ahead and decided to pitch his case to Sarah by writing down his best qualities in an email. He advertised his experience in “many fall related activities such as haunted houses, hay rides, pumpkin carving, and apple picking” to persuade his Tinder interest in picking him as a companion.

And as if a motivational letter was not enough, Spencer also attached a full resume to convince Sarah to pick him as her new fall companion. “Thank you for your time and consideration, and I look forward to hearing from you” he finished the email, mocking the formal letter style.

His resume started off with a simple introduction: “My objective is to obtain a companionship experience for the fall 2017 haunted house and hay ride season. I am available evenings and weekends through the first snowfall. I am willing to relocate for companionship experiences and available beyond pumpkin season as well if more opportunities arise. As compensation, I am searching for a partner for costume parties at the end of October. Costumes TBD.”

He continued his resume with a section detailing his experience. For the period between September 2006 and October 2015, Spencer detailed his work with “Spooky Houses Inc.” as a haunted house explorer: “I attended my first haunted house in 5th grade at this haunted house under an old grocery store in Des Moines and I promise I didn’t even soil myself at all seriously. Since then I have visited many spooky establishments including sleepy hollow and the haunted forest. I have taken a hiatus since high school because my friends are little [dummies].” He continued on to describe his work related to fall: “I am typically found wearing a band tee and a flannel. I drink black coffee 10 months out of the year but make an exception for spiced cider and the occasional pumpkin [latte]. Did I mention I wear a lot of flannel? You wanna carve pumpkins and toast the seeds? I got you. Plus I will be wearing flannel.”

But that wasn’t the end of Spencer’s resume. The man continued by listing what his education was. Turns out, Spencer studied mechanical engineering in Iowa State university. “I am a [damn] nerd but I enjoy what I am doing and that’s what really matters right? If you want to know more I can talk nerdy to you until you reach a full on climax of mathematical knowledge. If that doesn’t interest you I know how to shut up about it too.”

Spencer goes on with a short section detailing what skills the guy possesses in a further attempt to woo Sarah into accepting his application. His skills include: “• Appreciation for good music. Into alt stuff but always looking for something new • Can drink an Irish Car Bomb in 1.2 seconds • I can cook pretty well. Specialty: Carbonara • I can fix most things which comes in handy • Equally good at going out and getting lit as staying in to cuddle and watch movies • Great beard. Willing to trim but not shave clean”

For the last touch, the guy finished his application with a section titled “TRAVEL”, retelling his experiences of, well… traveling: “I was a sheltered child and am just starting to get out and see the world but now that I have, I can’t stop. I have done yearly camping and hiking trips to national parks for the past three years. I went to Australia last winter. Going to Thailand for spring break because it’s cheaper and only slightly more dangerous.” Spencer sent out his resume hoping for the best and, luckily, his arduous effort paid off as Sarah soon replied!

Here’s how people on the internet responded to Spencer’s resume

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Idk where you get the idea that feminism is anything like you say it is but... maybe you should get off tumblr? I literally don't know one single feminist like the ones you describe and I'm deep in the movement. Stop basing your opinion off parodies.

This is going to be fun. If you don’t know a single feminist like the ones I describe and interact with throughout my blog, then you either live in your bedroom, completely shut off to the world or the more logical choice and that’s you’re a complete fucking liar. Let’s have a little look into some of these feminists, that you just so happen to conveniently know nothing of their existence. 

First of all let’s look at some of the horrible shit feminists have done:

The feminist group WAR has petitioned to have the government stop prosecuting women for filing false accusations.

Feminist Mary Koss denies male rape victims.

Feminists violently protesting against Warren Farrell at U of Toronto.

17,000 feminists at protest attack and sexually molesting a group of Rosary-praying Catholic men who were peacefully protecting the cathedral.

Feminists shut down a talk about male suicide and force university to stop acknowledging International Men’s Day

Feminists shut down forum for battered husbands.

Feminists started a campaign against Father’s rights groups

Feminists fought against laws granting men anonymity until charged with the crime of rape—not convicted, just charged.

Feminists fought against a law to end to the justice system favoring women simply because they are women, and giving men harsher sentences simply because they are men.

Feminist fought against men want equal treatment when victims of domestic violence, and to not be arrested for the crime of “being male” under primary aggressor policies.

Feminists force university president to resign after he claimed that we should all be entitled to free-speech

Feminists in India and Israel fought against female rapists being arrested, charged and convicted of rape.

Feminists harass and abuse teacher because his wife said that people should be allowed to wear Halloween outfits

Feminists fought against a economic stimulus for male-dominated job such as construction, etc.

Feminist fought a law against  Paternity Fraud.

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Feminist Harriet Harman has publicly requested employers to hire women in preference to White men if both job candidates are equally

Equality Minister,feminist Patricia Hewitt, was found guilty of breaching the Sex Discrimination Act by “overlooking a strong male candidate for a job in favour of a weaker female applicant”.

The lesbian feminist prime minister Johanna Sigurdardottir has vowed to “end of the Age of Testosterone

Feminists want to make peeing while standing illegal

Erin Pizzey had to flee the UK because she and her family received death threats and her dog murdered all because feminists didn’t like that she discovered women were equally as violent as men.

Also Suzanne Steinmetz and her children received death threats and bomb threats she discovered that  the rate at which men were victimized by domestic violence was similar to the rate for women.

Richard Gelles and Murray Straus  have all received death threats from feminists, simply for publishing their findings (that female-to-male family violence was equal to the rate of male-to-female violence).

Feminist attacks male cartoonist and is hailed a hero of feminism.

Try to shut down female prisons.

Feminists prevent a meeting about male suicide.

Jezebel mocks men who are abused.

Create rape laws that exclude female rapists.

Make it impossible to charge women with rape.

Feminists force children to swear in propaganda videos

Feminists create propaganda videos encouraging to kill men

Feminists don’t want the gov to help unemployed men.

Feminists say men can’t talk about domestic abuse.

Feminists cover up female domestic abuse stats.

Now let’s take a look at just some of the things they have had meltdowns over: 

Domino’s pizza boxes A campaign slogan written on a Domino’s pizza box, which conveyed their refusal to adhere to requested toppings changes on their artisan pizzas as a good thing, is sexist, as it perpetuates “rape culture.”

Science The University of Wisconsin - Madison (UW) offers “a post-doctorate in ‘feminist biology’ because biological science is rife with sexism and must be changed to reflect feminist thinking.” 

Voting for Donald Trump If you voted for Trump in the primary, it was clearly a sexist reactionary vote to the tsunami of Girl Power taking over America, according to Salon. Obviously, this “logic” extends to your vote in the general.

Fireworks Sexist fireworks are nothing more than a symptom of toxic masculinity: “Isn’t it sort of messed up that we celebrate our freedom by pretending to blow things up? Like a strange, collective working out of trauma,” explains NPR reporter Sarah McCammon.

Lab Rats Barbra Streisand explains: “Gender inequality even extends to mice in the labs. They’re all male! …So even female mice are discriminated against! When I asked why, the answer I got was that female mice have hormones so they’re more complex. Well, so are women!”

Calling a “pantsuit” a “pantsuit” As the New York Post points out, feminists find the word “pantsuit” sexist: Although pantsuits and traditional men’s suits are stylistically different, it’s sexist to differentiate between them with the added word “pant.”

Bras Bras are sexist because men don’t have to wear them.

Architecture As one progressive art professor explained: “architectural design has been dominated by men in order to promote a social/political order dominated by men.”

Complimenting a woman on her cooking According to Scientific American, complimenting a woman on her cooking reinforces gender stereotypes, and is a form of “benevolent sexism.”

Air conditioning Women are cold while men bask in the sexist office air conditioning. 

The word “too” In a piece titled “The 3-Letter Word That Cuts Women Down Every Day,” Huffington Post’s Cameron Schaeffer explains that use of the adverb “too” promotes the pretense that women are never good enough; they are either “too” this or “too” that.

Tickling Posting in America’s favorite feminist site we swore was satirical, Everyday Feminism, male feminist Jamie Utt explains that his incessant playful tickling of his girlfriend is actually rooted in inherent sexism, which was fostered by the patriarchy. Essentially, Jamie tickling his girlfriend is perpetuating rape culture: “Taken to its destructive ends, this can look like a million different violations of consent,” warns Utt.

Ski slopes A published academic report in The International Review for the Sociology of Sports concluded ski slopes are sexist because they are ‘masculinized spaces,’” reports the Daily Wire’s Pardes Seleh.

The alphabet The written language established “the patriarchy” and subsequently all of the world’s sexism, claim feminists.

Disliking pumpkin-spice lattes Katherine Timpf at National Review reports: “According to a Swarthmore College student’s op-ed, the real reason that people make fun of pumpkin-spice lattes is that our society thinks everything girls like is stupid because ‘girls don’t get to have valid emotions.’”

Preferring a woman shaves her legs Everyday Feminism explains that online dating sites like OKCupid help us “weed out misogynists” by asking questions like, “Do you think women have the obligation to keep their legs shaved?” If a man answers yes, he’s a sexist.

Emojis There are no menstruation-themed emojis so… sexism.

Wearing camouflageWearing camouflage is “anti-feminist:” Camouflage is representative of “the patriarchy,” so, by wearing such symbolic clothing, you are supporting female (and other “marginalized” groups’) oppression.

The phrase “hit on” This phase is apparently literal to feminists, and thus is considered “violent” sexist language that perpetuates “rape culture.”

Saying “I love women” Bustle explains that when a man says, “I love women,” he’s actually implying that he loves women “more” than men, which “implies that [women] are different, which others them and excludes those who act more ‘like men.’”

The Declaration of Independence Feminists view the Declaration of Independence as “an historical cause of sexism, as the document refers only to ‘all men’ — not ‘men and women.’”

Calling your daughter a “princess” Fathers calling their daughter “princess,” or treating them “special” is any way, is a form of “benevolent sexism.”

Asking a woman about her tattoos A man asking a woman about her tattoos, explains Everyday Feminism, is the equivalent of turning her “body into public property.” One such question given as an example: “How much did it cost?”

“Ladies’ night” UNC seniors protest “ladies’ night” at bars because it is sexist, as the promotional stunt is “demeaning to female bargoers.”

Glaciers “Academics at the University of Oregon have determined that glaciers and the science that studies them are deeply sexist.” “Merging feminist postcolonial science studies and feminist political ecology, the feminist glaciology framework generates robust analysis of gender, power, and epistemologies in dynamic social-ecological systems, thereby leading to more just and equitable science and human-ice interactions,” reads the abstract of an academic paper on the matter.

Long lines outside public women’s restrooms “Long lines for women’s restrooms are the result of a history that favors men’s bodies,” proclaims Soraya Chemaly, in a TIME piece. “Women are still forced to stand in lines at malls, schools, stadiums, concerts, fair grounds, theme parks, and other crowded public spaces,” she explains. “This is frustrating, uncomfortable, and, in some circumstances, humiliating. It’s also a form of discrimination, as it disproportionately affects women.”

Men grilling food When men grill food, they are only reaffirming “gender roles.” A self-loathing male feminist at explains he has fallen into a “societal trap.”

The animated film “Minions” The animated film was full of “gags,” adhering “to only the most rigid and nauseating gender tropes,” complains a feminist blogger. Plus, minions conveniently “only ever serve men.”

String cheese According to this feminist, string cheese is sexist.

Words with “man” in them According to the Gender, Sexuality, and Women’s Studies Program website at the University of Pittsburg, words like “mankind,” “freshman” and “chairman” are sexist. “'Terms to Use to Avoid Sexist Language’ are also included in an attempt to steer students away from using words like ‘mankind,’ ‘chairman,’ and ‘freshman.’ Instead, they ought to be replaced with gender-neutral options such as ‘humankind,’ ‘chair or chairperson,’ and ‘first year student.’”

Speech improvement apps Speech improvement apps like “Ummo,” which tracks non-filler words, such as “like” and “uh,” are sexist because they are  “policing women’s language.”

Shoe compliments Shoe compliments are apparently “sexist micro-aggressions.” UNC faculty members were advised against paying a woman a shoe compliment, since this is coded language for: “I notice how you look and dress more than I value your intellectual contributions.”

The color pink Since there is an undeniable knee-jerk association of the color pink with women and femininity (which in it of itself is sexist, according to feminists), when men refrain from wearing the color, they are actually saying that it’s “shameful to be a woman.”

Hating the feminist “Ghostbusters” reboot. According to a feminist at The Atlantic, the “outcry” over how crappy the new feminist “Ghostbusters” trailer was fueled by your sexism.

Spooning Spooning is apparently so sexist that Slate felt it necessary to write an entire “manifesto” against it. According to J. Bryan Lowder, the heart of spooning reveals a sexist power struggle, and reaffirms gender stereotypes: The “big spoon” is dominant and male, whereas the “little spoon” is submissive and female.

Telling a woman, “you look tired” “Chances are if a woman has a totally bare face, she’ll be told by both male and female colleagues that she looks exhausted, hungover or ill … people are so used to seeing made-up women at work that an au naturale face seems anything but natural,” Radhika Sanghani writes in a piece oh-so-aptly titled “It’s sexist to tell a woman she ‘looks tired’ at work.”

Mine shaft According to college feminists, the “phallic” words “mine shaft” contribute to “rape culture,” reports Heat Street.

Tampons Women should be able to “free bleed” without the use of sexist tampons, which are only used by women because men “period shame” them. Feminists have even run marathons while “free bleeding” in protest of good hygiene apparently mandated by “the patriarchy.”

Asking a woman to marry you The sexist dominant/submissive power dynamic behind a man asking a woman to marry him acts to reinforce “rape culture,” feminists argue.

Harry Potter The fictional “Happy Potter” books and films are sexist, as they “perpetuate rape culture” by using magical love potions on fictional characters without “consent.”

Indiana Jones There are “copious quantities of racism and sexism” in the “Indiana Jones” films, says Salon’s Matthew Rozsa. For instance, women in the films are often depicted as “materialistic, self-absorbed and shrill.”

Calling a woman “sweetheart” Feminist actresses Lena Dunham and Emma Stone say that calling a woman “sweetheart” (also “honey,” “baby,” or “babe”) is demeaning to women, and can be “just as damaging as any other name-calling” like “bitch.”

Telling a woman, “you look tired” “Chances are if a woman has a totally bare face, she’ll be told by both male and female colleagues that she looks exhausted, hungover or ill … people are so used to seeing made-up women at work that an au naturale face seems anything but natural,” Radhika Sanghani writes in a piece oh-so-aptly titled “It’s sexist to tell a woman she ‘looks tired’ at work — and here’s why.”

Comic books and graphic novels Female characters in comic books and graphic novels are portrayed with “a blatant sexualization that artists would not dare to submit their treasured male characters to,” complains an opinion piece in The Guardian.

Putting your arm around your girlfriend When a man puts his arm around his girlfriend, he is expressing “ownership” over her, says feminist actress Helen Mirren: “It annoys me when I see men with an arm slung around their girlfriend’s shoulders,” she said. “It’s like ownership.”

The nuclear family Leftist UT Professor Dana Cloud says that sexism is perpetuated through the traditional family structure, which is itself “oppressive” to women.

Slow motion Showing women in videos in slow motion invokes misogynistic “Baywatch” imagery and acts to objectify women. This was recently categorized as sexist after feminists freaked out over a promotional soccer video which featured female fans cheering in slow motion.

Complaining about political correctness If someone complains that something is politically incorrect, they are really just a misogynist using such language as a cover to say/do sexist things, says Everyday Feminism. Also, they are likely a racist.

“Boyfriend” jeans “Boyfriend” style jeans are sexist for a whole lot of reasons, apparently. Being created to benefit the ‘male gaze’ is the main issue.

Farting “By farting louder the man is using passive aggressive violence to position himself as dominant, this intimidates the woman to subconsciously not release as much flatulence and thus the woman fearing for her safety doesn’t fart as loud as a sign of submissiveness, this in turn contributes to rape culture and women being oppressed.”

Interrupting a woman This is apparently not just rude behavior, but sexist, since it’s really a symptom of the patriarchy teaching men that women deserve to be interrupted, as they are not your equal but your inferior.

The derogatory phrase “go f*ck yourself” To feminists, “go f*ck yourself” is not just a nasty, derogatory phrase used by both sexes, it’s sexist against women because it reinforces “rape culture.”

The word “cupcake” The word “cupcake” enforces the gender stereotypes that women and girls are weak, frail and need protection. 

Witchcraft According to internet feminists, witchcraft is sexist because it’s woman-centric.

Hollywood There are far too many white men casted as leads and working behind the camera, notes Salon. “Hollywood’s diversity crisis is even worse than we thought: Straight white men still rule, on screen and off.”

The phrase “I will force myself” Apparently, saying that you will “force” yourself to do something is coded language for it’s-okay-to-rape-women. This “violent” language perpetuates “rape culture,” feminists say.

Professionalism “Professionalism” in the workplace is “oppressive” toward women, as it reinforces “social hierarchies that value white maleness above all,” feminists say.

The word “ladies” The word “ladies” reeks of “paternalistic condescension,” according to feminists

Complimenting a woman’s handwriting Apparently, telling a woman she has “nice handwriting” is sexist. The reason why it’s “sexist” is unknown, as it was fussed over by feminists in Bristol without so much as an explanation.

Men sitting with their knees apart “Manspreading” is “an assertion of male dominance,” and “every one” of the manspreaders does it because he feels like he has to “claim his territory and his manhood in this public space, even at the discomfort of all the other passengers.”

Running against Hillary Clinton A feminist reporter from the New York Times suggested that it was sexist for Bernie Sanders to run against Hillary Clinton in the 2016 Democratic primary, as it might have blocked Hillary from becoming the first female nominee of a major party.

The word “cheer” The word “cheer” was stricken from a college fight song, as the word was thought to “devalue the accomplishments of female students.”

Clapping Citing ‘triggering’ concerns, feminist convention bans clapping, replaces with ‘Jazz Hands’. ‘Clicking fingers’ is also replacing clapping at universities as it’s safer.

Having to pay for a tampon Feminists are upset that they have to pay for their own basic hygiene—which is obviously a condition of the patriarchy oppressing women who can’t escape their period due to sexist biology.

Finding purpose in motherhood Finding purpose in motherhood is a patriarchal trap, as seen when feminists lost their minds over singer Adele proclaiming such an anti-feminist sentiment.

Not supporting Hillary Clinton for president If you don’t support the candidate with a uterus, and you have a uterus, there is a special place in hell for you.

Of course, if you’re a man and don’t support Hillary, you’re obviously pro-female-oppression and can’t stomach the thought of a uterus occupying the White House.

Man caves Man caves are a “disgusting patriarchal myth” and often “exclude” women, therefore, they are sexist.

Reports that a celebrity might be pregnant “Ban the bump-watch: Beyoncé’s belly scrutiny is sexist, invasive and bad for all women,” reads a Salon headline. I mean, why does the sexist media only notice a “baby bump” with women? Sexist biology strikes again.

A Target t-shirt A t-shirt sold in Target with the word “Trophy” on it is “demeaning to women,” feminists complain.

A prom photo A prom photo caused outrage as it shows boys in “thought” and girls “smiling,” the photo perpetuates some negative, sexist stereotypes, apparently.

School dances The expectation that boys have to ask girls to the dance acts to reinforce sexist gender stereotypes. 

Telling young boys, “you need a haircut” By telling a young boy that he “needs a haircut,” you are actually telling him that he is looking “too feminine— as if looking feminine is the worst thing a boy can do,” explains a feminist at Bustle.

The word “bossy” The negative connotation of the “gendered” word “bossy” perpetuates the sexist notion that women should not “lead.”

Opening doors for women This is a form of “benevolent sexism,” according to feminists at Everyday Feminism who insist that “chivalry must die.” By opening the door for a woman, you are not being polite, you’re signaling that women are weak and men are here to protect and take care of them. Talk about a loaded gesture.

School and workplace dress codes School and workplace dress codes often conform to what’s deemed “appropriate” to the “male gaze.” 

Amazon On Amazon, you can search for “girls’ toys” and “boys’ toys,” such a distinction is sexist.

Gender-specific bathrooms The patriarchy created gender-specific bathrooms to exclude women and treat them as man’s lesser; according to feminists, women wanted in on the men’s room.

A statue “This highly lifelike sculpture has, within just a few hours of its outdoor installation, become a source of apprehension, fear, and triggering thoughts regarding sexual assault for many members of our campus community,” reads the petition in part. “While it may appear humorous, or thought-provoking to some, it has already become a source of undue stress for many Wellesley College students, the majority of whom live, study, and work in this space.” More than 300 students at the women’s liberal-arts college have asked that it be removed. But the naked paintings and sculptures of Trump are celebrated?

Viewing Friday the thirteenth as unlucky “According to the Feminist Internet, Friday the 13th being considered ‘unlucky’ is apparently a manifestation of the patriarchy because Friday is the only day of the week named after a female goddess, and a group of 13 women was considered to be a coven of witches approximately 9 billion years ago.”

The phrase “too much information” According to feminist icon Lena Dunham, “TMI” is used to belittle women’s experiences, where as men are rewarded with for their sharing.

Calling Hillary Clinton “shrill” Calling Hillary Clinton “shrill” is a gendered attack, according to feminists.

Calling a woman “pretty” This is another form of “benevolent sexism.” Men call women pretty to emphasize that all they are worth is their appearance.

The SATs According to The New York Times, SAT testing may feature questions that are viewed as “stereotype threats.” For instance, one math question show that more boys than girls in math classes. Females will apparently lose self-worth over such a “microaggression.”

The “kiss cam” The “kiss cam” clearly acts to perpetuation “misogyny” and “can sexually disempower women” by making women feel obligated to a man.

The Olympics Some sexist announcers covering the Olympics had the audacity to mention that female athletes had children; some even credited a male coach for coaching. 

Denying the mythical gender pay gap If you don’t buy into the debunked gender pay-gap myth, you obviously hate women and want them to be paid less than men, according to feminists.

Denying the mythical “rape culture”Denying the politicized and exaggerated “rape culture” means you’re a sexist who doesn’t want to combat rape.

Being pro-life If you believe that babies should not be killed in the womb, you actually hate “empowered women.”

Being a Republican And of course: All Republicans are sexist woman-haters, just ask disgraced DNC chair Debbie Wasserman-Schultz.

Let me guess, these women aren’t feminists or they may not exist altogether? You claim you’re deep in the movement, maybe that’s why you’re denying the facts, as usual. Fuck off

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28 Heartwarming DIY Homemade Candles That Will Make You Happy

It is extremely rare that you will come into my house and I won't have at least one candle burning somewhere within it. For me, a candle is more than just something that smells nice, it can totally adjust the feeling of a room. By choosing your favorite scents, or seasonally appropriate ones, you can make a room feel more welcoming, and of course, give it a beautiful warm glow.

DIY candles can also be a great gift. Yes, you can buy them in many stores, but by making your own unique, homemade one in your loved one's favorite scent, you are bound to make their smile even wider.

1. Poured Mason Jar Candle

I love using mason jars for little DIY touches around the house, whether it's to hold pencils at my desk or as a quirky little flower vase. These homemade Poured Mason Jar Candles are simple but very effective and would be a lovely addition to any room.

If you are making this as a gift for someone then be sure to choose their favorite color or a color that you think would match well in the room where they spend the most time in. I love how large these candles are, of course, you could adjust that depending on what size of jar you use, but the ones in this example look like they would last ages. Remember that the color will get lighter as the candle cools, so don't be afraid to be a bit heavy handed with it.

2. Chocolate Brownie Candle

Of course, this Chocolate Brownie Candle isn't edible, but it certainly sounds like the scent might tempt you. Even people who aren't the biggest fans of chocolate, of whom I am yet to meet more than a couple, can't deny that the smell is delicious, who wouldn't want that wafting through their house?

This recipe is incredibly simple to follow, and you could use it to create a wide range of candles by simply switching out the wax cubes for a different scent. Pop this candle on in the kitchen and you might even be able to fool people that you had spent the morning cooking up a batch of brownies like the domestic goddess that you are.

3. Teacup Candles

These Teacup Candles are just the sweetest thing and would look so gorgeous scattered across a table at an afternoon tea, or even just around the house for use whenever you fancy.

I love how easily customizable the candles are. You could pick any teacups you want, going for something pretty and vintage like this example or something more quirky and modern. That also makes this idea a great one for up-cycling unused cups and mugs. The color and scent are totally up to you, although I think it could be pretty cool to play around with some coffee- or tea-like scents to really stick to the theme.

4. Funfetti Candles

The effect that covering the outside of this candle in sprinkles gives it is so bright and fun, and this is most definitely a gift that I myself would love to receive. It's bound to make anyone smile, especially if you dressed the jar up a bit with a pretty ribbon.

The multicolored sprinkles in this Funfetti Candle look really effective, but it could also be a lot of fun to play around with different ones. You get hundreds of different sprinkles in the baking aisle of any store nowadays, of all shapes, sizes, and colors, so don't hold back from trying out something different. I love the fact that this candle is cupcake scented, and think it would make the owner feel like it was their birthday every time they used it.

5. Pumpkin Spice Candle

I feel like you can make absolutely everything related to pumpkin spice nowadays, but I do really love the scent so I am not against it. I am definitely not against this Pumpkin Spice Candle, which would create the most gorgeous and cozy scent imaginable.

As silly as it may sound, I honestly believe that on cold stormy evenings, lighting candles with warming scents can help turn a horrible evening into a relaxing and comforting one. This DIY looks simple to follow, and because it uses actual pumpkin spice the scent will be authentic. I think this candle would be appreciated by anyone, especially those lovers of all things fall and cozy.

6. Rosemary and Grapefruit Candle

Even if these candles didn't have the most incredible scent I would still be totally in love with them, just look at all that pretty. Of course, the ribbon and rosemary would need to be removed before lighting, but this would be the loveliest thing to hand someone as a gift.

I can't recall having ever come across a Rosemary and Grapefruit Candle before, but it sounds like the perfect mix of herbal, fresh and sweet. You could use any container you want, but I think something like the gold ones used here makes the candle look even more luxurious and store-bought.

7. Pressed Herb Candles

These Pressed Herb Candles would make beautiful gifts, that is if you can bear to give them away after making them.

I love the fact that, when lit, the glowing of the candle shows through the wax and makes the herbs stand out even more. You could get really creative with how you decide to decorate your candle, sticking to a more simple design with one or two herbs or going all out with many different varieties. These would be perfect for anyone who loves their garden, and I don't know what it is about it but I see this working best in the kitchen.

8. French Vanilla Candle

Imagine filling a hot bath right up to the top with bubbles, popping in your favorite bath bomb and lighting a few of these French Vanilla Candles around the bathroom. I almost feel perfectly relaxed just thinking about it, blissful.

One of my favorite things about this candle is that it is scented by entirely fresh ingredients, with the vanilla beans and coffee beans, meaning that you will get that beautiful scent coming through and almost believe that you're sitting in a coffee shop in Paris. Such a lovely scent obviously deserves to be held in something equally as lovely, and the little china pot they have used in this example is a perfect match for me.

9. Strawberry Lemonade Candle

I love my sweet and fruity scents, so I am definitely sold on this Strawberry Lemonade Candle. This would be absolutely perfect to light on a summer's evening, or equally on a cold winter's one to make you forget about the cold outside.

The vibrant pink color is really cool, and I can imagine younger girls being really into it, I know my little sister certainly would be. The DIY is easy to follow, so you could even get them involved in the fun of making it too. The jar almost makes it look like an actual strawberry lemonade that you might buy at a trendy bar or cafe, which I think only adds to the fun feeling of it.

10. Champagne Flute Candles

What could be more romantic than a homemade dinner, the table set with your best crockery and adorned with these Champagne Flute Candles?

This candle recipe is incredibly basic, with no scent or color, meaning that you are entirely free in adding your own. You could utilize this DIY in many ways, experimenting with objects that could be used as candle holders other than champagne flutes. I must admit that I think it's a shame the wax doesn't stay the same color once it dries as it does when it's melted because in that state it really does looks like real champagne.

11. Citronella Candles

Citronella Candles are an absolute savior when it comes to warmer nights. All you want to do it sit outside and blissfully enjoy the evening in great company, but instead, you are attacked by pesky mosquitoes.

It never occurred to me that I could actually make my own citronella candles, but from now on I will definitely be making sure that I have a batch on standby ready for whenever I might need them. I love the look of these candles in tin cans and think it gives a really cool rustic feel to it, much more stylish than a bulky citronella candle you would buy from the store. This recipe even has extra scents added in, so you will have a candle which is both effective and delightful.

12. Pineapple Candles

These super cute Pineapple Candles could double up as fun room decor, that's how great they look. I especially love the fact that this DIY has gone to the effort of making little green leaves for the top of the jars to perfectly mimic a real pineapple.

You could just make the candle itself of course without going into decorating it, but I know I wouldn't be able to hold myself back considering how sweet it looks when all done up. The contrast between the bright yellow and green is eye-catching, and these would look really good as decoration at an evening garden party, while simultaneously giving off the most deliciously tropical scent.

13. Pressed Flowers Candle

I don't think I have ever seen a candle quite as pretty as this one. I would pay a fair few dollars for this in a store, never guessing that it was a relatively easy DIY to tackle for yourself.

This Pressed Flowers Candle DIY doesn't include instructions on how to make the candle itself, but luckily for you, you are currently looking at a list that is full of them. You could apply this pressed flower design to any candle, homemade or store bought. I think this is so incredibly beautiful, and anyone would be so pleased to receive it as a gift. You could be organized and create a linear pattern or go crazy and let your imagination run wild with different flowers and designs. Let's not lie, the latter sounds far more fun.

14. Chai Tea Latte Candle

I am not the biggest fan of coffee, and on the rare occasion that I do drink it, it tends to be something highly sugared with some vanilla or caramel flavoring, so not real coffee. If I am ever out at, or passing, a coffee shop, what I go for instead is a chai tea latte.

The scent of a chai tea latte is almost half the reason why I love it so much, it just smells delicious with all those warming spices. I absolutely love how they have presented this Chai Tea Latte Candle, and I don't think I have ever seen wax being whipped in order to create an effect like this. This would look so cute set out on display, just be careful you don't forget that it isn't real and attempt to take a sip of it by accident.

15. Seashell Candles

I have been the world's biggest lover of the beach for as long as I can remember, and when I was asked the classic ‘what do you want to be when you grow up?' question as a little girl I would undoubtedly reply ‘mermaid' every time.

My grandparents live by the beach and to this day we will go down and collect shells on the beach on our walks. I have so many shells in my collection now but have never known what to do with them. That was until I came across these Seashell Candles. This DIY is a beautiful way of displaying the shells without ruining them, and a cluster of these in all shapes and sizes would make the most beautiful table centerpiece.

16. Lavender Rosemary Candle

There are both the essential oils and the dried herbs of both lavender and rosemary in this candle, which means that its scent is most likely to waft beautifully around the house, a characteristic I definitely appreciate in my candles. I like that you can see the bits of real rosemary and lavender in the melted wax as the candle burns too.

Anyone who is a fan of herbal or calming scents will absolutely love this Lavender Rosemary Candle, and I think even just making it would be a treat for your nose. This candle would go well in any room of the house, whether it's in the bedroom to send you off into a deep night's sleep or in the hallway to welcome guests into your exquisite smelling home.

17. Glitter Candles

I absolutely love a bit of glitter. Actually, that was bit of a lie, I absolutely love a lot of glitter. I can imagine younger girls would absolutely love these, so they would make a great gift to little sisters or cousins on any occasion.

These Glitter Candles are so pretty, and a lot of fun. I have seen things like this in stores, but they would be a lot more fun to make yourself considering that it would allow you to pick your colors and jars. The metallic colors used in this example are extremely effective and pretty, but I must say I love the idea of having at least one absolutely full of multicolored glitter.

18. Wax Free Candles

According to this DIY, making these Wax Free Candles means that your candle will last far longer than it would if it were made of wax, which obviously melts.

This recipe uses vegetable shortening instead, and the only wax included is that from the crayons used for coloring, which you could easily swap out for food coloring if you would rather. The scent and color are just as easy to adjust in this recipe as they are in any other. There are even instructions for how to make this candle in the microwave in a mere few minutes, so if for any reason you are in need of a few candles in a hurry then this is definitely the DIY for you.

19. Candy Cane Peppermint Candle

I am fully aware that the festive season is over, but there is no harm in keeping this recipe tucked away until it comes around again, which it will far faster than we expect no doubt.

You would struggle to find a candle more festive looking than this Candy Cane Peppermint Candle one, I especially love the fact that it is layered to look like a real candy cane. I have had peppermint candles before, but none quite like this one. The scent of peppermint is always so fresh, so I don't think you should feel restricted to only making this in the holiday season. One thing I think I might adjust a tad when making this would be to add a little more red wax, just to get a stronger contrast between the red and white layers.

20. Massage Candle

Professional spa massages can be incredibly pricey, so why not make up a little spa gift basket for your special someone and include one or two of these Massage Candles.

When I first read that the idea of this candle was to pour the wax onto your skin I wasn't too sure, but after looking into the recipe and all the nourishing oils and ingredients I am desperate to give it a go. I like that this recipe gives you some essential oils to add but doesn't specify which ones, meaning you can be totally free in your choice, maybe even mixing and matching more than one to create the perfect, relaxing fragrance.

21. Grapefruit Candle

I find the scent of grapefruit so energizing and refreshing, so I really love the idea of having this Grapefruit Candle burning either in my bathroom or bedroom in the morning as I get myself ready for the day.

There are a number of other deliciously fresh scents going on in there along with the grapefruit, like orange, lemon, and ylang-ylang, which is a new favorite of mine. This citrus-scented candle is a refreshing change from other more warming, sweeter scents, which I personally really like. I also love the fact that this DIY tells you how to make the little wine glass turned candle holder that the candle sits within because I love how simple yet stylish it looks.

22. Apple Pie Candle

Here's another delicious candle that would trick any guests into thinking that you frequently spend your mornings casually baking cakes and pies for your family.

Apple and cinnamon are a match made in heaven, both in taste and in scent, so this Apple Pie Candle is bound to smell absolutely delightful. This method is straightforward and very easy to follow, so perfect for a last minute gift or a candle making beginner like me. I am also really fond of the mason jar they have used in this example, it looks like a really good size that would last a decent amount of time. If you'd rather a few smaller candles as opposed to one big one then that'd be easy to do too.

23. Color Block Crayon Candles

I can get over how well these Color Block Crayon Candles have come out, especially considering how simple they are to make. I have a feeling that more than a few crayons might be about to go mysteriously missing around my house…

I have seen a few candle DIYs that use different colors to create layers, but they are usually straight so I really like that they have gone for something a little bit different here with the slanted layers. You can get crayons in just about every color so there is no limit on how imaginative you can be with the combinations you try out in your own candles. When unlit these candles would still look incredibly cool as room decor, and you could use very neutral colors just as easily as you could bright ones so that you can adapt them to any room in the house.

24. Ice Candles

I have never seen anything quite like these Ice Candles before, and when I first stumbled upon this DIY I just had to know how they were made.

I really like the fact that this DIY can also be made with old candles, to freshen them up and give them a new lease on life. To make these ice candles you basically put some ice cubes in the bottom of a milk carton and pour hot, melted wax over the top of them, meaning that the wax holds the shape of the ice as it solidifies. The DIY gives a far better and more detailed explanation than I just did of course. It gives the candles the most interesting appearance and is far more simple to do than I imagined at first glance.

25. Satsuma Candles

As far as homemade candles go, the Satsuma Candles are pretty genius.

I would never have thought to use the peels of satsumas as candles, but I am most definitely going to start doing it as I can just tell that the scent they'd give off would be absolutely amazing, and so fresh too. I love how natural these look, and because of how inexpensive and easy they are to make you could throw them out after one use and make more without it hurting your pockets. I would be interested to see if this technique would work with other citrus fruits like lemons or maybe even grapefruit.

26. Watermelon Candles

How cute are these little Watermelon Candles, with all the colored layers and little seed details? Imagine having these set out along with some of the pineapple ones, now that would be the ultimate garden party set up.

Even if you didn't want to make these candles look like watermelons, though I'm not sure why you wouldn't, you could take inspiration from this DIY and make fun layered candles of any color you want. These would be a great addition to an otherwise neutral space, adding a little pop of color. I think I might make a couple and have them sitting on my desk, I always like to have candles there for when I'm working and these ones would undoubtedly put a smile on my face.

27. Cookie Cutter Candles

You could have a lot of fun with making these candles, and you are only really limited by the number and shape of cookie cutters you can find. This would be a really fun DIY to get the kids involved with, it is obviously not the best of ideas to let them loose with hot wax but they could enjoy choosing the shapes and colors.

These Cookie Cutter Candles could be adapted to suit a specific celebration based on the shapes you use, or you could have simple shapes around the house whenever you like.

28. Cinnamon Candle

In my opinion, you can't really go wrong with the sweet, spicy scent of cinnamon. It isn't a scent that I would wear on myself, but I would be perfectly happy if my house smelled like it all the time, and I'm hoping that this Cinnamon Candle will take me one step closer to achieving that. You get a double hit of cinnamon here, with both the essential oil and the ground spice.

I absolutely love that the cinnamon settling at the bottom of this candle creates a natural ombre effect, a candle characteristic that I will now not have to pay extra at a store for. I love the rich caramel color that this has when it is melted and am glad that it still maintains a hint of that in once cooled.

Now It's Your Turn

Whether you want to make one of these homemade candles as a gift, or on any other day for that matter, or if it's a way of treating yourself, you can't go wrong with any of these incredible DIYs. There really is something for everyone, from those who would prefer something relaxing and herbal to those who love their sweet and fruity scents.

I personally love warm and comforting scents so there are quite a few standing out to me, like the Pumpkin Spice Candle or the Chai Tea Latte one. I also love how fun the Color Block Crayon Candles look, and would love to play around with different colors and combinations.

Which of these homemade candles would you love to receive this February? What kinds of scents do you tend to lean towards when picking your candles?

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