Container candles are a beautiful way to accent your home,
especially the bathroom. To make your container candles look the best, choose
glassware that is sturdy and has a simple design. You can purchase this
glassware for a very low price at most retail stores. You can generally find
great deals at yard sales, flea markets, and thrift sales as well. Try to find
glassware with lids if available.
Clean all the glass prior to using them to prevent dust or
other particles from building up inside. If you have a dishwasher a quick rinse
cycle will do the trick. It is not recommended to make container candles in
anything other than glass containers for safety reasons.
You will need to obtain a few supplies in addition to your
glassware before you can start the process of making container candles. You
will need a double boiler for the wax, quality wax, dye, and fragrances if you
desire to use it. It is best to get wicks with tabs for making this type of
candle. For container candles, you can use either paraffin wax or bees wax.
Melt the wax in the double boiler to a temperature of about 110 degrees
Fahrenheit. Once it has reached that temperature, add your color and scent.
For best results, microwave the glass containers for a
minute or two. This will make sure the wax doesn’t leave unsightly air pockets
in the container as it hardens. Place the glass containers on a cookie sheet to
make clean up from any spills a snap. Fill each glass container within one inch
of the top. Leaving that extra space will allow room for the candle to burn and
not drip outside the container. You will need to let your container candles
cool for about 20 minutes.
Gently place a wick with tab into each candle container. You
will need to keep an eye on them as you will need to make sure the wick stays
centered as the wax hardens. Once the candles completely cool, cut the wick to
½ of the top of the candle. A great way to make working with the wicks easier
is to take a ball point pen apart. Place the shell of the pen around the wick
and use it to guide the wick into place. As the wax hardens the wick tab with
stay firmly in place. You can also clip the top of the wick with a cloths pin
laid across the opening to help keep it in place.
You can add creativity to your container candles by
decorating the jars with paints or gluing on colored sequences. Glitter makes a
great design tool as well. For a simple yet attractive design, consider gluing
a pretty colored ribbon around the top of the container.
The design of container candles allow them to burn down to
almost nothing, ensuring you get the most use out of each candle.
For great decorating tips and ideas go online. You will be
fascinated at all the great container candles out there including ones for the
holidays, special occasions, and fun themes. The possibilities are endless. For
a great family craft, consider allowing your children to decorate the jars
while you take care of working with the hot wax.
The jars keep the flame from escaping, preventing dripping
and possible fire hazards. However, it is still important to keep them out of
the reach of children and to never leave them burning unattended. If you plan
to move a container candle, make sure the jar has not become too hot as this
can result in severe burns. Candles add beauty and wonderful smells to your
home, but caution should always be used when burning them.
Container candles are very simple and inexpensive to make.
They also add beauty and romance to any home or occasion. These candles leave the
maker with lots of room for being creative.
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