There are many important candle making instructions to following when creating these fun home accents. Container candles are candles that are made in nonflammable containers, where the candle is not intended to be removed from its container. One of the most important decisions you need to make is the type of container you want to use, especially if it will be seasonal, holiday-themed or used to add a touch of decoration to your home.
Common candle containers include:
Glass jars (any shape or variety)
Ceramic/crock pots
Tin jars
Enamel containers
Container candles are not the easiest type of candle to make, but if you enjoy candle making, you will also enjoy all of the varieties of scents, colors and container options that are available to you. Container candles are popular because they never drip wax and require less melting points than other types of candles. This makes their scents stronger and last longer.
Container candles make great gifts for any occasion. Simply tie a bow around your container and add a festive gift tag.
Supplies You Will Need:
Wax (paraffin, soy or another type of soft wax)
Double boiler
Thermometer with a clip
Color blocks
Fragrance oil
Kitchen knife
Pre-tabbed wick
Hot glue gun
Container
Scissors
Clip the thermometer to the side of the double boiler. Start to melt your wax using the double boiler. You want the wax to reach a maximum temperature of 175 degrees.
Once the wax has melted completely, you can now mix the color in by shaving off pieces of the color block into the wax. Do this slowly, so you can dictate your color easily. You can test the color by placing several drops on a piece of white paper. The color you see in the pot will become lighter as the wax hardens.
Now you are ready to add your fragrance oil to the wax. Blend it in thoroughly, testing the scent intensity by smelling as you continue to add the fragrance oil until you reach your desired strength of scent.
Make sure your pre-tabbed wick is straight. Place the wick in the center of the container that you will be using for your candle. Secure it in place by using a hot glue gun.
Prepare your container for wax pouring by running the outside of it under hot water for a minute. Do not let any water get into the container, as this can ruin the wax. This step helps the wax adhere to the container better and you will avoid the formation of bubbles in the wax.
Begin pouring the wax into your container slowly. You will want to hold the wick with one hand and pour with the other to make sure the wick is stable. You can let go of the wick when you are sure it will stay in place. Continue pouring slowly until the wax reaches the desired level in the container. Keep in mind that if you are going to use a lid with your container, leave room for the lid so it will fit properly.
As the wax cools, it develops a depression in the center of the candle. This is normal. You will need to reheat some of the leftover wax to pour over the depression. Re-pour so that the wax just barely covers the wax from the first time you poured. This will help to hide seam lines.
Allow your candle to cool completely. This may take up to 24 hours for best results.
Trim the wick of your candle with a pair of scissors. Place a lid on top of your candle if you desire.
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