How to Create a Mold for Candles

Many common household items can be used for candle molds. This is a very inexpensive way to make candles.

Steps

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    Save heavy cardboard type containers. Useful types of cardboard include a Pringles can, Chinese take-out containers, or waxed milk cartons. Make sure that the cardboard is coated with wax in some way... regular cardboard will absorb the melted wax and become a fire hazard, not to mention a mess.[1]
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    Wipe the inside of the container with a damp paper towel to remove any food residue.
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    Attach your wick to the center of the inside of the container. You can use a little scotch tape to do this. Also a good way to attach the wick is to melt a space for it when the candle is done and put the wick in.
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    Lay a pencil (or similar object) across the top of the container and tape your wick to it, so that the wick is centered in the container.
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    Pour a little bit of melted wax in the container and wait a few seconds to make sure the container isn't going to leak.[2]
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    Pour the wax into the container almost to the top.[3] Reserve a little wax for topping up, as the wax shrinks into the center as it cools.
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    Wait several hours or overnight for the wax to cool and harden.
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    Let the candle cool. When the candle is cool, peel the container away.
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    Finished.
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Community Q&A

  • Question
    How do I get the wick to burn without crackling or smelling like something burning?
    Adrian
    Adrian
    Top Answerer
    It should only smell when you first light it or put it out. If there is an odor, it may be that you are using the wrong wax.
  • Question
    How do I get the wick?
    Community Answer
    Community Answer
    You can buy them at an online store or wherever you are getting your wax.
  • Question
    Our candles sank in the middle. What could have caused that?
    Community Answer
    Community Answer
    Your wax may have been too hot while you poured it, or the candle might have been moved.
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Warnings

  • Using crayons to color your candle may cause your wick to plug and the result will be a candle that does not burn properly and could even cause a fire. There are many good Internet sites where you can buy candle wax, candle coloring and other additives to increase the chances of making an attractive and safe candle.
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  • Paraffin as well as soy and other waxes are very flammable. Never melt any wax directly over fire or heat. Always use a double boiler. A coffee can set in a pan water that is on the heat will work in a pinch but it is much safer to use one pan with a handle set in a pan of water.
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  • Place plenty of newspaper under your project in case of spilled wax. And be careful because melted wax can burn your skin.
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References

  1. ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hxgdq8k9-u8
  2. ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hxgdq8k9-u8
  3. ↑ https://www.generalwax.com/candlemaking/melting-wax.php

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Updated: January 31, 2023
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Categories: Candle Making
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