## How To Make Good Smelling Candles
Making a good smelling candle is a great way to add a pleasant scent to your home. Whether you’re just getting started or are a seasoned pro at wax melting and candle making, the key to creating a candle that smells just the way you want is by understanding a few key elements to set you up for success. Read on for a complete guide on how to make good smelling candles.
### Step 1: Gather the Right Supplies
The first step in making a great candle is having all the right supplies. There are various resources online to find candle supplies such as wax, wicks, scent, and containers. Here are some of the essentials needed:
* Wax: Depending on the desired consistency and look of the candle, different types of wax should be used. Popular choices include soy wax, paraffin wax, beeswax, and other varieties.
* Wicks: There are several options of wicks to choose from, including zinc core wicks, paper wicks, and cotton wicks. Be sure to choose one that is the right size for the wax or container type.
* Scent: To make your candle smell great, select a scent based on your own personal preference. Popular scented oils for candle making include lavender, pine, and rose.
* Containers: This is where the wax will be placed to cool and harden. Popular choices include glass jars, tin cans, teacups, and other decorative containers.
Once you have all the supplies, the next step is to prepare the container and wick.
### Step 2: Preparing the Container and Wick
Once the correct container and wick is chosen, it’s time to prepare them for use. To begin, cut the wick to the desired length and secure it to the bottom of the container using a wick sticker or glue.
Then, melt down the wax.
### Step 3: Melting the Wax
This is one of the more important steps in making a good smelling candle—it should be done carefully. To melt the wax, place it in a double boiler, wax melter, or a microwavable bowl and heat it up slowly. Once melted, the wax can be poured into the container and any dye or scent can be added.
### Step 4: Pouring and Setting
Now that all the preparation is done, pour the melted wax into the container slowly and evenly. If a scent or dye was added, use a spoon or straw to mix it in.
Once finished, let the wax cool and then cut the wick to the desired length.
### Step 5: Enjoy the Scented Candle
Your new scented candle is now complete! You can use it to create the perfect ambience in any room in the house and the delightful scent will last until the wax is fully melted.
Making scented candles is a fun and creative task, so enjoy it! With the tips and steps outlined above, you can make your perfect candle in no time.
Welcome to my candle making blog! In this blog, I will be sharing my tips and tricks for making candles. I will also be sharing some of my favorite recipes.
