This can literally happen to anyone, with any type of candle, for many different reasons. First, the length of your wick is of utmost importance to the way that your favorite candles burn. The less wick that the melting wax has to soak up on, the smaller and more controlled your flame will be. ΒΌ inch is considered as a great foundational wick length, and this can be adjusted down to as little as 1/8 inch, depending on the burn that you are achieving.
Next, you will want to be sure that your candles are in a completely draft-free zone. For example, if you have placed candles at the entryway or foyer of your home while expecting guests, you should expect that the drafts from the door opening and closing will disturb the flame on your wick and offset the steady rate at which the wax vaporizes. This causes smoke and soot. Maybe you should move those candles to the buffet hutch in the dining room?
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