When this happens, most workers
will examine the shape of the wax for a sign. For
instance, a heart-shaped wax puddle is a good
sign if you are burning a red candle for a love
spell. You may see something of importance
there, for the shape of the run may suggest an
outcome regarding the matter at hand. Wax
puddles come in all kinds of shapes; most
candle-workers look for symbols in the wax, or
sometimes use numerology or other divination
techniques similar to teacup reading, to
discover meaning