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Mar 30, 2022

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Birthday candles, candle lamp, candles made of soy, and many more.    

Read on for a step-by-step procedure for making candles. Add a scent that you like, then decorate your holder however you like, then light up your space with your new creation.

Candle Making Materials

Glass Jar

Simple mason jars or an an old jelly jar is sufficient.

Soy Wax

The wax for candles is available in flakes or chips. They are offered in various sizes, however one pack will generally be enough for a candle or two projects. These candle-making directions will require 1 lb wax.

Candle Wick

It's the portion of the candle that burns. It's important to find a wick long enough to fit into the container you've selected. Look for wicks which come with a tab--the rectangular, circular piece of metal that connects the wick to the jar. This makes the assembly process easier.

Fragrance Oil

If you're making a scented candle it is a crucial ingredient. The concentrated fragrance oils specifically designed for candles is your ideal choice. You could also use essential oils, although you should use less, and the scent may not be as strong. Choose your favorite scent, whether that's lavender, rose, or patchouli.

Hot Glue

Then, you'll have to glue your wick in a secure manner on the top of the Jar. A glue gun is ideal to accomplish this.

Material for Preparing the Wax

To melt and mix wax, you'll need to use the following equipment:

  • Pitcher (metal or tempered glass)
  • A large pot to hold water (to form a double boiler)
  • Kitchen scales
  • Measurement spoon
  • Thermometer for the kitchen
  • Clothespin
  • Metal spoon
  • Scissors
  • Plastic pouring jug

Types of Candles You Can Make

Whether you're more into scented or unscented, traditional or soy wax, there's a myriad of different varieties of candles you could make. Try one, or go for all.

Scented Candles

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Soy Candles

Soy candles are made using soybean oil that has been processed. They're generally less dense than other candles, so they're typically placed in a container, rather than being made as in a free-standing.

Unscented Candles

Candles that are unscented provide ambience and illumination but without the scent. If you're sensitive to fragrances or dislike strong smells, unscented candles are a good option. It's not difficult to figure out how to make candles that aren't scented, too--just follow the steps below and leave out the fragrance oil.

Candle Lamps

Bring light to your table during an occasion meal by using a candle. These candle containers are made out of wax, and have tiny tea lights inside.

Glitter Candles

Novelty Birthday Candles

Switch out the boring, cakes that you can buy at the store to make a unique home-made version.

How to Make Scented Candles

First Step: Take Measurements Your Wax

Measure out one pound of wax (in chip or flake form) with the scales in your kitchen. Place the wax in the pitcher.

Step 2: Make the Double Boiler

Make sure to fill the pot up with about an inch or so of water. Place it on the stove top at a medium temperature. Place the pitcher of wax in the pot.

Step 3: Make the container, and then stick it to the Wick

While the wax is melting within the double boiler prepare your jar. Turn on the plug and then heat your glue gun, then place the wick on the interior of the jar. How can you ensure that the wick in the right spot while glue is setting, you ask? Make use of a clothespin to ensure that the wick is centered like in the image in the above image.

Step 4: Determine the temperature of the Wax.

When the wax is completely melted in the double cooker, take the pitcher off the heat source and put your thermometer inside the melt. It should be approximately 185 by this time.

Five Steps: Take a Measure and then add the fragrance oil

Include one ounce of scent oil for every pound of wax. Take the appropriate amounts with a measuring spoon and add it to the melted wax. Mix everything together using the metal spoon. Aim for 15-20 stirs every time to ensure everything is mixed together well.

Step 6: Cool the Wax

After mixing the fragrance oil into the wax, put the thermometer in the wax. Check the temperature continuously until it's about 125--the optimum pouring temperature.

Step 7: Pour the wax into the Jar

Pour the wax slowly into the jar with the clothespin attached to the wick to make sure it is in place.

Step 8: Wait for the Wax to Cool and Cut the Wick

Wait for the wax to be cool. This will likely require a couple of hours. Remove the clothespin and trim the wick to leave one tiny tuft that emerges from the top of the candle. Now your candle is ready to light!

Explore the use of scents and decorations

Simple candles are easy to create, however it's easy to play around and customize them further to fit your personal preferences. Try the different scents, so that you can have candles that can calm you and lift your spirits whenever you're in need of them. You can try pouring the candle into various containers and tins, or for those who want to step up your candle gift-giving game, decorate the jars with glitter, ribbons, or a personalized art work in glass . You can have fun with this special art.

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