Making your own candles is a great way to add style to your home, create a scent, and provide light in times of need.Anyone can make a candle with a few directions.You can transform your home with your candle-making skills.
Step 1: You can choose your wax.
You can buy a lot of different kinds of wax online.There are many types of scented wax available.You can get enough to make your desired number of candles by choosing one that fits your needs.
Step 2: Make sure your wax is hot.
Prepare your wax with a double boiler.You can use a thermometer to get an accurate reading, it should reach a temperature of 180–190 F.At this time, you can add a few drops of essential oil.
Step 3: Cut your candle.
Stick a piece of pre-tabbed wick in your container.If you add enough, the wicks will stick out a few inches from the top.The top of the candle should be tied to a pencil or pen to keep it in the container.
Step 4: Take care of your container.
To create a smooth pour of wax with no bubbles, you will need to heat up the container you intend to use for your candle.Put it in the oven for a while to warm it up.
Step 5: Put your wax in a container.
Slowly pour the melted wax in as you hold the pencil/wick steady at the top of the container.You don't want to create air bubbles in the wax by bumping the sides or pouring too quickly.To get to your desired candle level, only pour 34 of the way.
Step 6: Wait and repour.
Wait for the wax to cool in your container.The top of the wax is likely to have a divot.To level out the top of the candle, pour the rest of your wax at this point.
Step 7: You should finish your candle.
The wax can be untied from the pencil at the top of the container and trimmed to size when the wax is completely set.Adding style or light to your décor can be accomplished by burning a candle around your house.
Step 8: Decide on your wax.
A lot of wax is required for pillar candles, the largest of the candle varieties.Do you want colored wax?Do you want it to have a scent?Do you prefer beeswax, citronella, or another type of wax?If you want to use the candle for something, make sure you consider it.
Step 9: You should melt your wax.
To melt your wax, use a double boiler.If you don't have a double boiler, use a glass bowl over a pot of boiling water with your wax placed in the bowl.The wax is ready to be poured when it reaches a temperature of 180–190 F.
Step 10: Put your mold together.
You will need to create a mold in order to make a pillar candle.The easiest way to do this is to purchase a candle-mold, otherwise the seams might not be tight enough to form a sturdy structure.You have the option of rubber-band.A box mold is formed by wood pieces.
Step 11: Add your fire.
pillar candles need a long wick because of their height.Make sure your candle touches the bottom of your mold by adding a pre-tabbed wick.Wrap the loose end around a pen or pencil and place it across the top of your mold to keep it out of the wax.
Step 12: You should pour your wax.
The wax should be poured from a space slightly above the top of the mold.If you want to fix the pillar, you should leave 14 of your wax out of the candle.
Step 13: Wait and repour.
A valley will form in the center of the wax after your candle has cooled.When you're done heating your wax, pour it back into the mold and cover the indent.
Step 14: Your mold needs to be removed.
Allow the candle to cool and solidify for at least 2 hours.Remove the mold from the candle's exterior by untie the wick from your pencil.If you want to enjoy your new pillar candle, trim any excess wick from the top or bottom.
Step 15: Try lighting the candle if you can find a clear area.
Step 16: Cut the sheets.
The sheets of beeswax will make a rather ungainly candle.If you cut your sheets to size, they will measure 4 inches (10.2 cm) x 16 inches (40.6 cm).
Step 17: You should arrange your wicks.
Place your sheet of beeswax on the table.As you are able to, place your candle as close to the edge of the other end as you can.The top edge should have at least an inch of the wick hanging over it.
Step 18: Begin rolling.
Roll the sheet of wax inwards at the edge.Roll in the same direction to avoid making the ends of the candle look different.To help the layers stick together, apply gentle pressure.
Step 19: The candle needs to be finished.
When you get to the end of the wax, use your fingers to stick the layers together.The warmth of your skin helps the wax to maintain its shape when you roll the candle between your hands.Place your new candle in your favorite candle holder.You have a useful addition to your home.
Step 20: Take your wax.
This candle is created by using the last of the old candles.You can use small chunks of broken off wax from other projects, but try to use the same kinds of wax together.If you want to avoid creating an overwhelming amalgamation of perfumes with your candle, choose wax tidbits that have similar scents.If you mix several contrasting colors of wax, you will create a muddy brown or grayish color.Waxes are in the same color and value range.
Step 21: You can melt your wax.
Place your wax in a double-boiler after breaking it up with a butter knife.Remove the wax from the heat source when it reaches a temperature of 185 F.
Step 22: Take care of your container.
Put a metal tab in your container and wrap one end around a pencil or pen to rest over the opening.If you want to reduce the number of air bubbles in your candle, preheat the container in the oven at 150 F.
Step 23: The wax should be poured.
If you have old pieces of metal in your recycled wax, use a cheesecloth to remove them.Slowly pour the wax into the container.Don't pour directly over the edge, but use a constant stream into the base of the container.To pour again, save 14 of your wax.
Step 24: Wait and pour.
Rewarm your remaining 14 of wax when the wax has hardened completely.The candle may have formed a divot near the base.Put the rest of the wax over the top.
Step 25: You need to finish your candle.
The pencil or pen should be trimmed to length.Your candle is ready for use once it has hardened completely.You can give the candle to a friend or enjoy it in your home.