Homemade Organic Beeswax Candle

There's nothing like the coziness of lighting a candle in the evening to really set the mood. I used to buy conventional candles from the store but they kept causing me to get headaches. I decided to look into what it was about the candles that was causing me to get sick and learned about all of the toxin-filled waxes and synthetic fragrances in those candles which are actually very harmful. I also learned how simple it is to make candles. Needless to say I quickly jumped online and purchased a few things and got right to work making candles. Check out my brand new shop on Etsy!
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Ingredients:

• 1 cup Organic beeswax*
• ¼ cup Organic coconut Oil
• essential oil for scent (optional)

*Soy wax can be substituted for beeswax for a vegan candle

Supplies:

• tins or mason jars
• wicks
• wick holders
• heat resistant container
• heat resistant spoon
• small sauce pan
• candy or meat thermometer

To begin making the candles the wax and oil need to be melted down. Do this by double boiler method or by placing a bowl, or some other heat resistant container, on or in a pot of water. Add the wax and oil and turn on the heat to medium low. Stir occasionally until everything is completely melted.

While the wax is melting choose a container for your candle. This is where you can really get creative. Anything from tins, mason jars, mugs, or small pots can work great. Prepare your container of choice for your future candle by securing a wick to the bottom of the container. This can be done by either using wick stickers or hot glue. Then the wick needs to be stabilized so it remains straight when the hot wax is poured in. I used actual wick holders but clothes pins or even pencils can do the trick.

Once the wax is completely melted remove from heat and let cool until about 120°-130°. If you pour the wax straight from the heat (about 170°) a depression will form in the center of the candle. Here is when to add a scent if you choose to do so. Pour slowly and carefully. Let the new candle sit without touching it to insure the candle cools without finger prints or slosh marks.

Let the new candle sit overnight. In the morning trim the wick and you are free to light the candle! Happy candle making!!