Instructions for Making Floating Candles
Floating candles have been popular decorations for special events, such as weddings or anniversaries, for many years. For a truly spectacular moment, you can make them yourself. Making your own floating candles is a great way to save money and customize their appearance to fit your own style.
Things You’ll Need
- Empty glass jars, such as empty jam jars
- Floating-candle wicks and stands
- Beeswax and/or paraffin pellets
- A double boiler or two saucepans
- Paper towels
Making the Candles
- Clean out the jars you’ll be using, rinse them and leave them to dry completely.
- Place the wick into the jar, and use a stand to keep it in place. Make sure the top of the wick is level with the top of the inside of the jar.
- Set up your double boiler, or place one saucepan inside the other and fill the outer with water. Heat the water to a boil and pour it into the inner saucepan.
- Add the wax pellets to the inner saucepan, and set it on low heat. Stir the wax periodically to prevent it from sticking, and wait for it to melt completely. This may take up to an hour.
Note: If you’re using beeswax, the melting process will take longer; around two hours.
- Once the wax has melted and is at the desired consistency, carefully pour it into the jar, making sure not to spill any.
- Let it cool and set completely before removing it from the wick stand. You may need to use some paper towel to remove any wax that has spilled around the top of the jar.
Tips and Warnings
- To make coloured candles, add colouring before pouring the wax into the jars.
- Make sure not to overfill the jars; you’ll only need enough wax to cover the wick.
- Be careful with the hot wax, to avoid the risk of burns.
You can now enjoy your own floating candles! With some time and patience, you’ll be able to make candles that will make your special events even more special. **Making Floating Candles Instructions**
H2 – Gathering Supplies:
Floating candles are easy to make and require only a few simple items:
* Floater oil – this specially designed oil gives the candles their “floating” power and keeps them afloat
* Candle wax – any melted candle wax will work, but a powerful one with a high melting point is recommended
* Glass or metal float bowl – the vessel which will house the candles
* Wick holders – you can use metal or plastic holders to keep the wicks upright
* Wicks
* Fragrance oils (optional)
H2 – Melting the Wax:
Once you have gathered the necessary materials, you will need to melt the wax. Here are the simple steps to take, keeping safety in mind:
* Place a large pan filled with 1-2 inches of water on the stovetop.
* Place the candle wax inside a glass or metal bowl, then place the bowl into the pan of water. This will act as a double boiler.
* Turn the stovetop burner to a low-medium heat and allow the wax to melt.
* While waiting, place the wick holders into the float bowl.
H2 – Adding Floater Oil and Fragrance:
Once the wax is melted it’s time to add the floater oil and any fragrance oils, if desired.
* Calculate the appropriate amount of floater oil needed, taking care to use the instructions on the package. Generally, the amount of floater oil needed is 1 part for every 3 parts of wax.
* Pour the calculated amount of floater oil into the melted wax and stir until combined.
* Add any fragrance oils and mix until fully blended.
H2 – Pouring the Wax:
Once the mixture is blended, it’s time to pour the wax into the float bowl:
* Pour the wax slowly and evenly, taking care to pour the wax only onto the wick holders.
* Allow the wax to cool and harden before adding the wicks.
H2 – Finishing Touches:
The final step is to place the wicks into the wax:
* Use a pair of tweezers to place the wicks into the wax.
* Allow a few minutes for the wicks to harden into position, then trim them to the desired length.
* Place the finished candles in the desired location.
Once you have followed these simple steps, your floating candles are ready to enjoy!
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