Advent is a time of patience and preparation. This popular kit will help your family prepare for the Advent season in a truly appropriate manner and draw your children closer to our Lord by teaching them about the real meaning of Advent and Christmas. So, this year, why not start a new family tradition and make your own Advent candles Each kit makes four 8 tapered candles (3 violet and 1 rose) from 100% pure beeswax. The candles are very easy to make, smell heavenly when burned, and are sure to delight you children all Advent long. The kit also includes a detailed information sheet on the beautiful symbolism of beeswax candles, directions for how to make your own Advent wreath (wreath is NOT included), and a reproducible Advent prayer sheet. NOTE: Kit includes ONLY everything to make the candles, but NOT the metal wreath shown in the picture. The instructions included suggest several ways to make your own wreath!