These candles are dipped by hand using an antique revolving candle stand and traditional early American methods. The candle stand hold a circle of 14 hoops called romaines. Each romaine is strung with wicking and dipped 25-30 times depending on the season of the year. A thicker coat of wax adheres to the wicking with each dip in colder weather. Choose from 4 different scents. 8” tapers.