How To Make Your Own Candles In Three Easy Steps
Monday, May 31st, 2010So you
want to learn how to make your own candles. It is easy to do and very rewarding. At your local craft store, buy the supplies you need:
1. Wax
2. Wicks
3. Molds
And as with any other hobby, you can also get creative by making candles with:
1. Color
2. Decorations
3. Fragrances
You may easily find the remainder of the supplies you need at home.
Step 1: Prepare wax by melting in double boiler. Do you know what a double boiler is? Fill up one large pot and place a smaller pot, holding the wax, on top of the larger pot. That way, the wax will not burn.
Step 2: Hold the wax steady and keep it in the middle of the mold while you pour in the melted wax.
Step 3: Allow wax to cool anywhere from four up to six hours prior to attempting to release it from the mold. If you find it difficult to remove the wax from the mold, try to freeze it for about 30 minutes. That should do the trick. You may also use non-stick oil in a spray can. Completely spray the mold before pouring the wax in. This is a great way to remove the wax from the mold.
If you want to make your own molds, try liquid latex. Latex molds are typically way too flexible for standing on their own when pouring the wax into them. Cut a hole into a sturdy cardboard that is big enough for the mold to pass through. You will need to have a lip on the bottom of the latex mold. Use the cardboard for support and pour the wax into the mold.
You can make a variety of candles. Try using different colors, a variety of decorations, and other fragrances. The only limit will be your imagination. Next you might want to learn how to make scented candles.
Man has been making candles for ages. In the beginning the purpose was to create light…definitely a necessity then. At present, making wax candles is mostly a hobby. There might be a number of other reasons. Self gratification is certainly one common reason. Candles are also made for gift giving. How to make wax candles is also a craft project parents can teach their children. Profit is another reason for making candles. Some people have ventured into selling candles as a business.
You were asking “how do you make candles?”. I hope that I answered your question.