CANDLES

Because school is getting hectic with it being the end of the year, I didn't have time to make my candles yet. However I did go out and purchase all the materials needed to make them.  Im going to make my candles in Mason jars to give it that rustic look, which I purchased at the dollar store. 

What you need:

• Wax
• Wicks
• crayons (a cheap way to dye the wax) or you can buy the dye
• Jars or molds
• Spoon for mixing
• Go through you recycling and get some used but clean cans. You will need one can per color.
• Scent
• Pot to boil water

Get Started:

• Put 2 inches of water in your pot and bring it to a boil.
• Cut your wax so it fits into the cans.
• Once the water is boiled put the cans with the wax in them in the water.
• Once the wax melts add your color to the melted wax and wait for it to melt and mix it in.
• If you didn't buy wax dipped wick, cut the wick longer than your candle will be and dip it in the wax and place it into the fridge to cool.
• Pour your candles into the mold or jar and place in the fridge.
• Keep a close eye on them and once they start to get hard place the wick in the candle.

After:

If you happened to get messy don't sweat it. Lay a brown bag or old sock over the spill. Use an iron, set  it on high to melt the wax onto the paper bag or sock and VOILA!

Remember:

• Wax is very hard to clean up from counters. So cover EVERYTHING in newspaper.
• Wax is flammable, so be careful.

I thought that these candles would be the perfect gift idea for those who have everything already and you have no idea what to get them, also it is more sentimental because its homemade. I hope my candle making goes well and if you guys have any tips for me that would be great!