Candle Making Instructions

To follow Candle making instructions is so important to achieving the best result in your home made candle.
There are several styles of candles, which I will try and explain the difference to you, so you can choose the best place to start Candle Making.

THE BASIC RECIPE ON HOW TO MAKE WAX CANDLES

Prepare the wax
Place a double boiler on top of the stove and fill it with water
Place the non-melted wax in a smaller pot
Place the smaller pot containing the non-melted wax into the larger pot of the double boiler and allow the wax to melt
Now place the wick in the middle of the mold and pour the wax
Allow to cool, 4 to 6 hours, before attempting to remove the candle from the mold.

Making candles is fun and relaxing. While it does give you the opportunity to be creative, there are some basic candle making instructions you need to follow to make the process flow well. Nothing is more disappointing than discovering your candles didn't form correctly. Safety is very important in candle making. Most people make candles in their own kitchen. You will want to have a fire extinguisher handy as well as a non slip mat placed in from of your stove. Always wear old clothing and long sleeves. However, make sure your sleeves don't dangle where they can fall into the hot wax.

Since you will have to get the candle wax very hot to melt completely, there is the risk of severe burns. You also have the risk of starting a fire. It is important to clean up all spilled wax immediately. It won't take long for it to harden, thus becoming very slippery. The dyes and scents used in candle making can leave stains.

The best way to set up your work area for candle making is to divide it into three specific work stations for preparation, the melting process, and the cooling process. The preparation area doesn't need to be large, just a flat surface that is well organized. To make the process flow best, use a counter in close proximity to the stove. You will want to keep your utensils, thermometer, additives, and other candle making supplies in this area. It is a good idea to know what types of candles you will be making ahead of time so that you have all the necessary items ready to go.

Candle Making Instruction Supplies

Your melting work station will likely be the stove. You will need to use a double boiler to melt the wax to a temperature that is hot enough without scorching it. The molecular structure of the wax can be damaged if the direct heat to it is too much. This means your candles won't form well or hold up well when they are used. Wax comes in sheets or blocks. You will need to chip off chunks to melt. A hammer and flat head screwdriver work well for this.

Chipping wax should be done in the preparation stage so that you can simply add more pieces throughout the melting process. You will want to weigh each piece of wax before you add it to the pot for melting. This will help you determine how much scent and dye to add, which is based on weight.

The cooling station needs to be a flat area such as a countertop or table. The wax needs to cool for several hours so this area needs to be able to withstand high temperatures as well as remain undisturbed for long periods of time. The area should not be directly in the path of sunlight or heating/cooling systems. If it is, the candles will not set properly. If you plan to use molds for your candles, have them set up in the cooling area while the wax is melting. Once it is done melting, you will need to pour it immediately into the molds. To prevent a mess from spills, use an old cookie sheet for the molds to rest on.

The candle making process will run smooth and efficient if you follow these candle making instructions below. While the process should be fun, it is important that you understand the dangers of candle making including burns and fires. Taking the proper safety precautions will help ensure the creation of candles in your home is a great way to spend your time.

CANDLE MAKING SAFETY

It is imperative to have a working fire extinguisher nearby at all times! It must be the chemical kind, not the water kind. Never put water on a wax fire, it will only spread the flames. Sand or baking soda can be thrown on a wax fire also. I recommend wearing safety glasses, a heat & liquid resistant apron, as well as gloves when making candles. Better safe than sorry!