Learning how to make candles is great fun, you can make candles as a relaxing hobby or turn it into a small home business.
When making candles there are some very basic supplies that you will require.
Simply put you will need wax, wicks and some kind of holder to put your candle in.
Candles are like clay and can be made into almost any shape or size that you can think of.
The amount of wax you will need and length of wicks and of course what type of candle holder you will need will depend on what type of candle you are making.
Most candle makers use two types of wax beeswax or paraffin.
The first step in candle making is melting our wax.
I have seen special electric pitcher type devices that are made just for melting candle wax, but all we really need is a double boiler.
Some tools that will help you in melting your wax is stirring sticks and a good thermometer.
Many people who make candles will use molds.
There are hundreds of different types of molds you can use, and can be easily found at your local craft shops or on the internet.
Common materials that candle molds are made from are aluminum and steel.
Another tool you might consider is a wick holder bar.
The wick holder bar will help to keep your wicks centered in your mold as you are pouring your wax.
Another tip is to spray your molds with some type of silicone spray such as Non-Stick cooking spray to help your candle come out of the mold without damage.
Some people like to add an artistic touch to their candles by adding fragrances or different colors.
Think about the people who will be using your candles and the colors their houses are decorated in to get some ideas.
Most common candle colors are in the form of dyes.
The second thing that you can add to your candles are fragrances.
Many people choose to leave their candles plain, but others like to add scents.
Some of the more common candle scents include cinnamon, vanilla and potpourri.
Any type of scented oils can be utilized to add a good smell to your candle projects.
Aromatherapy fragrances will help with relaxation, while some fruit smells will make you hungry.
You don't want to have your candles fragrances overpowering so it is recommended adding 1 oz of scented oils to 1 pound of wax.
How much wax or the length of wick you will require will depend on the shape and size of the candle that you are making.
But most experienced candle makers will tell you that you can get most everything that you will need to make hundreds of candles for under $100.
Candle making materials are easily found at your local craft stores or hobby shops.
Many beginners will choose to purchase a starters set to kick off their new hobby.
When making candles there are some very basic supplies that you will require.
Simply put you will need wax, wicks and some kind of holder to put your candle in.
Candles are like clay and can be made into almost any shape or size that you can think of.
The amount of wax you will need and length of wicks and of course what type of candle holder you will need will depend on what type of candle you are making.
Most candle makers use two types of wax beeswax or paraffin.
The first step in candle making is melting our wax.
I have seen special electric pitcher type devices that are made just for melting candle wax, but all we really need is a double boiler.
Some tools that will help you in melting your wax is stirring sticks and a good thermometer.
Many people who make candles will use molds.
There are hundreds of different types of molds you can use, and can be easily found at your local craft shops or on the internet.
Common materials that candle molds are made from are aluminum and steel.
Another tool you might consider is a wick holder bar.
The wick holder bar will help to keep your wicks centered in your mold as you are pouring your wax.
Another tip is to spray your molds with some type of silicone spray such as Non-Stick cooking spray to help your candle come out of the mold without damage.
Some people like to add an artistic touch to their candles by adding fragrances or different colors.
Think about the people who will be using your candles and the colors their houses are decorated in to get some ideas.
Most common candle colors are in the form of dyes.
The second thing that you can add to your candles are fragrances.
Many people choose to leave their candles plain, but others like to add scents.
Some of the more common candle scents include cinnamon, vanilla and potpourri.
Any type of scented oils can be utilized to add a good smell to your candle projects.
Aromatherapy fragrances will help with relaxation, while some fruit smells will make you hungry.
You don't want to have your candles fragrances overpowering so it is recommended adding 1 oz of scented oils to 1 pound of wax.
How much wax or the length of wick you will require will depend on the shape and size of the candle that you are making.
But most experienced candle makers will tell you that you can get most everything that you will need to make hundreds of candles for under $100.
Candle making materials are easily found at your local craft stores or hobby shops.
Many beginners will choose to purchase a starters set to kick off their new hobby.
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