# Making Beeswax Taper Candles
Beeswax taper candles are a timeless classic that are easy to make, and look beautiful in any home setting. They make wonderful gifts, and are an ideal way to add a romantic and cozy touch to any evening. From Kids’ Parties to a romantic candlelit dinner, beeswax tapers can be a unique and special way to light up the night!
## What You’ll Need
If you’re wondering what materials you might need for for making beeswax candles, it’s surprisingly pretty simple. Here’s the basics:
* Beeswax
* Wicks
* Candlestick and/or mold
* Melting pot
* Pot of water (double boiler)
* Wick tabs
* Scissors
* Pencil or chopstick
## How to Make Your Beeswax Tapers
Now that you have all your supplies, you’re ready to get started!
1. Start by melting your beeswax over a double boiler, until it reaches approximately 150 – 165°F.
2. Take your wick and center it in the candle stick and tape it to secure it.
3. Use the chopstick to make sure it stays the center.
4. Place the wick tab on the bottom of the wick.
5. Once the wax has melted, dip the wick in to the hot wax and make sure the wax is evenly coating the wick.
6. Let it cool and solidify, then dip it into the wax again.
7. Repeat this process until the candle is the desired size and thickness.
8. You can also use a mold if you would like to create candles of a particular shape or size.
9. And that’s it! Enjoy your homemade beeswax taper candle.
## Some Useful Tips
_Below are some handy tips for for the cretion of the perfect taper:_
– You can buy beeswax in flakes, pellets, or chunks. For easier measuring, pellets are the best option.
– The thickness of your candle will depend on the number of dips into the wax
– Make sure that the flame isn’t too big, as the hot air will create soot, which can be hazardous to your health.
– Keep the surplus wax heated while you dip the wick multiple times
– Only use wicks specifically made for candle-making, as they remain upright when burning.
## Resources
The internet provides a lot of information on candle-making. Here are some useful places to find even more inspiration and guidance:
– [Beeswax Candle Making: 9 Steps to Follow](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oU66n6b1I6Q)
– [Candle Making Basics & Troubleshooting Tips](https://beekeepclub.com/blogs/news/beeswax-candles)
– [Candle Making Supplies and Crafts](https://www.citycandles.co.uk/candle-making-supplies.html)
– [The Beginner’s Guide to Making Candles](https://www.hobbycraft.co.uk/inspiration/candle-making#c_Jfw)
Beeswax taper candles are an easy and beautiful project, and perfect for adding some specialness to your home or for crafting special gifts. After following these steps and using the information above, you’ll surely create the perfect candles for any occasion!
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