…and IGI-4625. The IGI-4630 is a soft container wax that has excellent scent throw and minimal shrinkage, but it is too soft by itself to mold into cubes. IGI-4625 is a harder pillar wax, intended for molded candles. The resulting…
…and IGI-4625. The IGI-4630 is a soft container wax that has excellent scent throw and minimal shrinkage, but it is too soft by itself to mold into cubes. IGI-4625 is a harder pillar wax, intended for molded candles. The resulting…
…cool. For this step, the more brittle it is, the better. You may even want to chill the cookie sheet in the refrigerator, or outside if it is cool enough. Then flip it over and whack it onto a sheet…
…wick through the wick-hole in the base of the mold. Pass the wick through the wick hole. This should be pretty self explanitory. TIP: If it is difficult to get the wick through the hole because it is frayed, try…
Learn to make cute, rustic container chunk candles with this simple step-by step tutorial! You Will Need: –Straight Paraffin IGI 1343 (Or your preferred pillar wax) –Straight Paraffin Container Wax IGI 2281 –Containers (We used 8 oz Jelly Jars) –Wicks…
…wax according to your desired look. Straight Paraffin – IGI 1343 will mottle a bit in places, creating a somewhat randomized mottled appearance. Mottling Wax – IGI 1274 is designed to mottle more than Straight Paraffin, for more consistent, all-over…
…wick with a wick holder bar or skewer. You may also use wick pins if you prefer. Step 2: When the wax is fully melted, add your fragrance (if desired) and mix thoroughly. DO NOT add any dye to this…
…is important to burn votives only in a holder that is intended for votives. You will need: Wax suitable for votives Wax additives (only if needed for your wax formulation) Fragrance oil (optional) Dye (optional) Pre-tabbed wicks suitable for votives…
…a skewer. Allow candle to cool completely. Reheat your leftover wax and fill in the sink hole. 7. Once your candle is completely cool, carefully remove it from the mold. After you have removed it from the…
…ply Flat Braid) Wick Screws Mold Sealer Wick Holder Bars Paraffin Wax (Pillar Blend IGI 4625 is ideal for this project) Star shaped cookie cutter Heat Gun (optional but recommended) Navy Blue Candle Dye Red Candle Dye Stearic Acid Thermometer…
…this. Postal scales work fine. 1. First, measure the initial weight of your unburned candle. If your scale allows it, make all your measurements in grams. Otherwise, measure to the nearest fraction of an ounce. This is your initial weight….
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