Orange peels, crayons, and vegetable shortening can all become candles in a pinch.

I still remember the first candle I ever made. It was a cozy fall afternoon, and I had gathered everything I thought I needed: a little jar, some beeswax, a few drops of essential oil, and a wick that ...

It's vital to have light sources during a power outage, but if you find yourself in a pinch, you can make one with these two pantry ingredients.