Gift Biz Unwrapped | Women Entrepreneurs | Bakers, Crafters, Makers | Startup

Looking for tips on how to start a craft business or grow your existing one? Today's guest shares tips learned along her journey from stay at home mom with two kids to a successful small business owner in just two years. In early 2018, Ari Candles began from a desire to create not just a candle but something that will purify and benefit the atmosphere and air quality of your home. The idea was ignited after burning a candle received as a gift and seeing black residue in her kids' noses after burning the candle. That’s when Dasha said, “Never Again!” and began work on creating a candle that would not only be pleasant to burn but also beneficial. Dasha is now the owner and founder of Wellness by Ari. They hand-pour 100% pure beeswax candles combined with aromatherapy essential oils. BUSINESS BUILDING INSIGHTS Check that your business name is unique and available to register before you start creating social accounts, etc., even if you don't actually do the paperwork and legal stuff until later. If possib