Soy Container Candlesfrom Creative Juice episode 113
Materials:
soy wax – container blend
glass Jar
essential oils
cotton cord wick – 3″ longer than the height of the jar
metal wick base
candle thermometer
pencil
Large glass measuring cup
Large pan
oven mitts
stove top
Steps:
Determine the amount of wax needed: Fill the glass container with water. Pour the water from the container into a measuring cup and make a note of the amount. 1 pound of melted soy wax will make 2 ¼ cups of liquid wax. Dry your glass container.
Attach the metal wick base to one end of the wick by following the instructions on the package. Tie the other end of the wick in the center of a pencil and balance the pencil across the opening of the glass jar. This will keep you wick straight during the pour and cooling stages.
Place the thermometer into the wax and check the temperature. Stir wax as needed. Heat wax to 160 degrees. (NEVER HEAT ABOVE 165 DEGREES)
Add a bow!
Tea tins make great travel candles!
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I love the soy wax candles that I’ve received. Thanks for the instructions on making them!
Those are so pretty! I love the tin idea. I have a huge (and growing) collection of tins and would like to gift some. Thank you!
I love the tin idea too! I think I am going to keep my eyes open for candle-worthy containers at yard sales! 🙂
Soy wax is a renewable resource that is eco-friendly. The best part about soy wax is that the majority of soybeans are grown in the United States primarily in Illinois, Iowa, and Indiana.