This recipe is our preferred blend of beeswax and paraffin waxes, giving a smooth even burn without too much dripping.
Add paraffin and bees waxes to melting pot.
Melt and gently stir to combine.
Bring wax to about 170°F. Add any scents or dyes before carefully pouring candle.
As candle cools and wax sets the was will shrink creating a well. Pierce the wax in a couple places to release surface tension then top off the mold with more melted wax. Larger size candles may require a second top off.
This 1 pound recipe will yield any of the following types of candles:
- Ten 6-inch tall, .6-inch diameter tapers
- Four 12-inch tall, .75-inch diameter tapers
- One 4-inch tall, 3-inch diameter pillar
Candle yield will vary, based on mold shape.
10-50 drops of essential oil can be combined with the melted wax, depending on scent and strength desired.
Read our blog post for more detailed information on candle making.
Ingredients
Directions
Add paraffin and bees waxes to melting pot.
Melt and gently stir to combine.
Bring wax to about 170°F. Add any scents or dyes before carefully pouring candle.
As candle cools and wax sets the was will shrink creating a well. Pierce the wax in a couple places to release surface tension then top off the mold with more melted wax. Larger size candles may require a second top off.