Votives are arguably one of the easiest kinds of molded candles to make. They add a great deal of charm to just about any setting. The typical votive will burn for approximately 15 hours and will consume just about all…
Votives are arguably one of the easiest kinds of molded candles to make. They add a great deal of charm to just about any setting. The typical votive will burn for approximately 15 hours and will consume just about all…
…burn longer than paraffin. Here are some suitable wax mixture formulas to get you started. Feel free to tweak them to your liking. Formula (all formulas based on weight) Comments 100% Beeswax These burn a long time. They will require…
…that the wicking action of the pourous clay could draw enough wax to fuel the combustion cycle of a flame. In this case, your 1″ flame that originally exists only at the actual wick could grow to envelope the rim…
…the photo around a bit to dislodge as many of the bubbles as possible (chopsticks are handy). Having no bubbles is ideal, but not always practical, so don’t waste too much time on this step. Also, lightly tap the…
…unit of measure in each box. For instance, if you enter the number of ounces in the first box, make sure you are thinking ounces when you enter the number for the second box. [insert_php] echo ‘ ‘; //outputs the…
…above 300° F. Never let your wax exceed 250 degree F. 3. Always use a double boiler (described below). A double boiler helps distribute heat and prevents dangerous temperatures. Never melt wax directly on your stove. 4. Use an electric…
…through the candle. Universal additive (1-2%) or White microcrystalline wax (1-2%) is optional. We are going to use 1% white micro to provide a slightly more durable shell (high melt paraffin can be somewhat brittle). While your wax is melting,…
…colors will all run together. 5. Allow the soaps to cool completely before attempting to remove them from the mold. To remove the soaps, gently press on the front side of the mold until the soap comes free. If it…
…for the discontinued square votives used in this tutorial. Small Heart-Shaped Cookie Cutter Baking Sheet Silicone Spray or Unflavored Cooking Spray See the Chunk Candle tutorial for additional help with this project. Instructions: 1. Find an old baking sheet…
…never drip. Also, because they are in a container, we can get away with using lower melting point waxes that enhance scent throw. That fact alone gives scented container candles the ability to effectively throw more scent than their free-standing…
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