Instructions - How do I color a candle?



Look forward to create you own colored candle!
To give your candle a pleasant color, feel free to browse through our CandleCraft shop.


All you need is:

  • Candle wax (paraffin, rapeseed or soy wax)
  • A candle or mason jar, a can or a cup
  • CandleCraft candle colors 
  • Wick(s)
  • A pot or a double-walled water bath (e.g. a simmer or milk pot)
  • A thermometer
  • And a stirring stick

And here are the instructions to make your own colored candle:

1. Prepare materials
  • Choose the container of your choise, such as a glass jar, and clean it
  • Measure or wheigh the wax needed
  • Choose one or more favorite candle colors

2. Place wick
  • Attach the wick to the centre of the container
  • You can secure the wick to the bottom of the container with a wick stick or a glue dot to keep it straight

3. Melt wax and add colors
  • Melt the wax in a wax melting pot or double-walled water bath
  • Pay attention to melting, mixing and pouring temperatures and to follow the wax manufacturer's instructions
    • It is important that the wax does not get too hot, it must not boil and should only be heated to 80°C (use the thermometer for this)
  • Once the wax has melted, you can add the candle dye
    • Use a dye specifically recommended for candles - the exact amount depends on the intensity of the color you want
    • Start with a small amount and mix well to distribute the color evenly
    • Add more dye as needed to achieve the desired depth of color
  • Stir the wax thoroughly to ensure the dye is evenly distributed

5. Pouring
  • Carefully pour the melted wax into the container, keeping the wick in the centre
  • Allow the scented wax to cool completely and harden
  • Please note that the color of the finished candle may look slightly when burning than when it is liquid
  • We recommend a rest and drying period of at least 1-2 days

6. Cut the wick
  • Cut the wick to the desired length

Voilà! Your homemade candle is ready to spread coziness. As an extra you can spread different fragrance oils that give your candle great aromas. Just take a look at our CandleCraft shop.

Have fun creating your own candles!


Your CandleCraft team

 

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