There are a vast array of different candle types, and the type of candle you want to make will determine the equipment you will need. Here we outline the basic essential equipment you will need to make your very own homemade candles.
- Something to melt your wax in. We personally use a rice cooker, as this allows easy temperature control. However a double boiler also does the trick.
- Scales are very handy when measuring your quantities of wax etc.
- Thermometer is great to use to ensure you are monitoring the temperature of your wax as it melts, and also as it cools.
- Wax: Depending on the type of candle you are making will determine the type of wax you will need to use.
- Wick: Every candle will require a wick which is used to burn your candle.
- Something to hold your candle in. Depending on the type of candle you are making will determine the type of container or mould you require. This could be a glass jar, candle mould, terracotta pot, container etc.
- Colour and fragrance. These elements are optional, however assist to provide your candle with a unique twist.
Once you have your essential equipment, making candles is a process to be developed through learning the techniques, to creating your own result testing (through trial and error) and developing a 'recipe' for the result you are after.
Benefits of Making Home Made Candles
There are many benefits to making your very own candles from the comfort of your own home.
- You have total control over what ingredients are added to your candle. You can monitor these ingredients to ensure no nasty chemicals are added, and can make your candle as natural based as possible.
- You can create and add your own personalized scent to your candle. This will allow you to be as creative as you like, and give your candle a unique twist to the commercial based candles available in the market place.
- You can also personalize your candle by creating your own coloring and texture. There are an array of different color chips or dyes available from craft stores that you can use, and you can make your color as light or as dark as your wish. Depending on the type of candle wax you are using, you can also add your own texture against your candle, such as dried flowers and unique patterns etc.
- You can make candles for the fraction of the cost to those available in department stores or designer houses which are lovely but can be quite expensive!
- Create your own unique homemade gifts that you can give to loved ones, family and friends. Giving a gift that is creative and handmade is so thoughtful and people really appreciate when they receive a gift that is made with such love and care.
Alice is an accomplished candle maker who has taken her knowledge
online to teach other people how to make their own candles. Visit www.candleadvice.com
where you will discover the varying different popular candle types, and
explore the resources to make your very own candles from home.
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