These are what we call our Home Decor option. That does that mean?. It means that these are not guaranteed to be candle ready. Now that does not mean that they may not. We cannot guarantee that they will be candle ready. We do have the candle ready bowls listed as well separately. Pigs may face either way. Keep that in mind. Pinholes and knots are common with these home decor bowls. Aren't these the cutest? These are great for decorating. Keep in mind that these are handmade, rustic, one of a kind and size will vary slightly. Keep in mind that these are handmade, rustic, one of a kind, and size will vary slightly. NOTE: Please understand that these bowls are natural handmade products and will never be perfect. That is what makes them rustic and beautiful. Tone, smoothness, shape etc, all rustic and never machine-made. Pig Dough Bowls-Waxed-Home Decor #2 Size- 6 inches wide 10 inches long 2 inches deep