Introduction: DIY Jar Candles
Make these super simple paraffin and beeswax candles!
Step 1: You Will Need...
Glass Jars
Paraffin wax
Beeswax (optional)
Wicks and weights
Paraffin wax
Beeswax (optional)
Wicks and weights
Step 2:
Instructions:
Over high heat melt all the wax in a double boiler. I used a pot with a stainless steel bowl inside. Attach a weight to the wick (I used a one kroner coin, which happens to have a hole in it) Lay the wick inside the jar and have some one help you pour the hot wax into the jar. Use a pencil to lay the wick over while the candle dries.
You can visit here for a more detailed explanation and recipe.
Over high heat melt all the wax in a double boiler. I used a pot with a stainless steel bowl inside. Attach a weight to the wick (I used a one kroner coin, which happens to have a hole in it) Lay the wick inside the jar and have some one help you pour the hot wax into the jar. Use a pencil to lay the wick over while the candle dries.
You can visit here for a more detailed explanation and recipe.