There are many reasons to burn candles.To create a more festive and welcoming atmosphere, some people choose to hide foul orders in the house.They help the mind, body and spirit by stimulating the senses.You can make your own scented candles in no time.Let your creativity run wild with mixing and matching the hundreds of scents available.You can find a sensational smell of your own.
Step 1: There are materials to gather.
If you don't already have an unscented candle at home, you can find one at stores that sell home furnishings.You can buy scented oil at a candle shop.
Step 2: Buy perfume oil.
A synthetically created smell is what fragrances are.Many perfumes are created using scent oils.Adding scent to candles is an inexpensive way to do it.Home décor and candle products can be purchased at major retailers.
Step 3: Light the candle.
Allow it to burn for several minutes or until a pool of melted wax has built up.Blow the candle out when this happens.
Step 4: Add perfume oil.
Add a few drops of fragrance oil to the hot pool of melted wax with an eye-dropper.It will take about 3-4 drops to create a nice scent.Add more drops if you want a richer scent.It is important to read the instructions for the best results.The bottle will show you how concentrated your oil is.
Step 5: Put the wax in a container.
You can mix the wax and oil with a toothpick.Work your way to the outer edges by starting with small circles.To create an even distribution of oil, be thorough.You don't want to make a mess or get hot wax on your hands.Adding two oils can create a scent.Think of combinations like lavender and pine.
Step 6: Allow the wax to cool.
Wait for the wax to cool.This will take a while.This will allow the oil to settle into the wax, which will enhance the scent.
Step 7: Light the candle.
Relight your candle when ready.You will be able to smell the scent within seconds.The smell will fill the room after a few minutes.If you don't like the scent, add more drops and increase the number for the next time.If you can't smell anything at all, blow the candle out again and repeat the steps of adding drops to the wax.
Step 8: A candle is a mess.
You will need wax beads which are smaller than sand.There are many colors to choose from.You will need a glass jar and essential oil of your choice.Depending on your preferences, the glass jar can be any size and shape.It's possible to use something at home like a mason jar or small glass bowl.There is an essential oil at the local craft store.
Step 9: Put beads in container.
With one hand, hold the container in the center and pour your wax beads around it.Don't fill the container completely.At the top, leave about an inch of room.The beads should be above the wicks.To distribute the beads evenly in the container, flatten and smooth the top of them with a spoon.If the wick is too long, cut it to size and save the rest for a future project.It's a good idea to avoid wicks with metal in them.Choose one made of soy or bees wax.
Step 10: Add essential oil.
Plants, leaves and flowers are used to make an essential oil.The benefits of aromatherapy include health, positivity, joy and more.Add a few drops of oil to the beads with a dropper.It will take about 3-4 drops to create a nice scent.Add more drops if you want a richer scent.Slowly stir the beads to allow the oil to enter the container.The instructions for essential oil are different for every bottle.The bottle will show you how concentrated your oil is.Because essential oils are natural, they are more potent than fragrance oils, so a little goes a long way.
Step 11: Let the beads rest.
Allow the scent to settle in the container while you light your candle for the best results.It's best to wait 24-48 hours.If the container has a lid, cover it.
Step 12: The candle should be lit.
Light the candle and enjoy the scent.
Step 13: Purchase scented cubes
A scented cube is a small wax cube with a powerful scent.There are hundreds of scented cubes to choose from.While most people place them on a warmer, they can be used with candles.
Step 14: Light the candle.
Allow the candle to burn for several minutes or until about an inch-deep pool of melted wax has accumulated around the wicks.Place the scented wax cube in the melted wax.The smell of the scented wax will fill the room if the flame is lit.Use a butter knife to cut the wax cubes in half.
Step 15: Continue to enjoy.
A layer of wax is formed by the melt of the scented wax.The scented wax layer will emit a smell for a long time after you light this candle.
Step 16: There are materials to gather.
To make your own candle, you will need a bag of soy wax, a glass container, scented oil, skewers, and a measuring cup.You can find these items at a craft store.Consider using palm or beeswax as an alternative.
Step 17: The wick should be set.
You can grab the container you want.This could be a glass container.The bottom of the container has a metal end.Attach the top end of the wick to a skewer and pull it straight.Put the skewer on top of the container.Simply cut it with scissors if it's really long.The container should be slightly above the rim.Anything will work if a skewer isn't available.Use a kitchen utensil.
Step 18: Measure your wax particles.
You can use a glass measuring cup.As the size of your container, you will need twice the amount of wax flakes.If your container is less than one cup, pour two cups of wax flakes.Simply fill the container with water if you don't know the size.To get an exact measurement, pour the water from the container into a measuring cup.
Step 19: The wax should be melted.
Put water halfway in the saucepan.Then, put the measuring cup in the water.Make sure the container isn't filled with water.You will need to pour some water out if it is.Turn your heat up to medium-high and stir the wax with a spoon or spatula.The heat should be turned off once it is completely melted.This will take a few minutes.
Step 20: Add scent to it.
Add 10 drops of essential oil to melted wax.The candle will be moderately scented.Add more drops for a stronger scent.Slowly stir the wax and scent with a spoon.If it's more accessible, you can replace the essential oil with a scented cube.Follow the instructions in the bottle of oil for the best results.
Step 21: The container has wax in it.
To hold the measuring cup, use an oven mitt.The skewer should be held so the wick doesn't shift.Slowly pour the scented wax into the container.Allow the wax to sit for 3-4 hours.
Step 22: The candle should be burned.
Remove the skewer after the candle is completely solidified.Don't worry, you can burn your candle and enjoy it.These are excellent, inexpensive gifts.