Beeswax remains one of the most valued candle making materials. People have treasured its pleasing fragrance and clean burning characteristics since it was first used. Even with all the choices we have today, beeswax is still considered a premium candlemaking material. Here’s how to make beeswax candles using a simple and easy to learn method.
In the past, the most common way of making beeswax candles is either by dipping or using a mold. The method I’ll explain here uses sheets of beeswax designed to make candle making as simple as possible.
The sheets are typically 10 x 16″ in size. They usually have a slight waffle pattern embossed on the surface. These sheets of beeswax remains flexible at room temperature, which allows you to produce a candle without having to melt the wax.
To make a beeswax candle with this method, lay a sheet of the beeswax on a smooth, flat, clean surface. the candle be as high as a sheet of waxes wide. If you want to make a shorter candle, simply trim the sheet using a straight edge and a sharp knife.
Arrange the sheet so that the edge that will become the center of the candle is toward you. Cut a piece of wick so it is an inch or so longer than the candle height. Press the wick gently but firmly into the wax.
Now gently and carefully roll the sheet of wax around the wick. take care to apply pressure evenly so you don’t distort the candle.
If you have trouble rolling the wax smoothly, it helps to warm it’s slightly. The easiest way to do this is to use a hair dryer on low setting. Just be careful not to overdo it.
When you reach the end of the sheet, gently press the edge of the wax into the body of the candle to make a smooth seam. If you’d like a thicker candle, such as a pillar, continue rolling with another sheet of wax.
Now that you know how to make beeswax candles with this contemporary method, you’ll undoubtedly become interested in the more traditional methods of beeswax candle making. You can find full instructions in these methods, including tips for success, at: How to Make Beeswax Candles
although beeswax is one of my favorite waxes, it is not the only material you can use to make candles. You can find out about other possible choices at: Candle Making Wax.
And a good site to find out about all things having to do with the craft of candle making at:
http://www.CandleMakingConnection.com/
Now that you know how to make beeswax candles you’re ready to begin enjoying their gentle glow as soon as tonight.