Birthday Candles in Party & Birthday Candles

What are the birthday candles called that won’t blow out?

Trick candles will reignite time after time, which can make for an entertaining surprise for the person blowing out the candles. These candles look like regular lighting candles from the exterior, but the wick allows the candle to be blown out and reignite.

How do I use sparkler candles?

Place sparkler candles on your cake ensuring they are securely pushed into the top of the cake. Make sure they are on a flat surface; avoid hanging candles from the side. Light each candle’s wick and watch the sparks fly. Sparkling or sparkler candles may reignite after use, so always have a bowl of water nearby to submerge them in.

What type of candles should I use for a child’s birthday cake?

Color flame birthday candles can be a fun way to surprise a child when it’s time to blow out candles. Taller candles are ideal for small kids. You may want to avoid sparkler candles that let off a lot of heat and sparks. Number candles or traditional matchstick candles in colors that accompany the theme of the cake are always great to use as well.