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Sep 29, 2008 | making candles at home
Hi,
Sounds like you're looking to just do this as a hobby.. if so, I'd pick up some wax at the craft store. If you were going to to do this as a business, than I'd suggest talking with a wholesale outlet. Lonestarcandle.com is a good wholesale supplier. But, just as a hobby, I'd recommend going to any craft store. Just make sure you get paraffin wax and not the canning wax. I've made several candles as gifts.. Its a fun hobby. If you yahoo "candle making" it will give you all sorts of fun sites to visit to get various ideas on how to make candles. Have fun!
Sep 29, 2008 | candle kits
I was wondering if there is a way to make your own candles at home with the stuff that's already here like normal pots and pans etc..Other than having to buy the kits they sell at hobbie shops and such.If I can make them at home,how,what do I need or websites that could tell me would be awesome.Any info about candle making would help too!
Good news! There's no need to bother with all the expensive kits in the craft stores. You WILL have to buy the wicking - you cannot simply use ordinary string, it will burn straight off. Look for lead-free wicking. It is relatively cheap and comes in a multitude of thicknesses and lengths.
For your melting pot, you can use an old stainless steel pot, or a ceramic double-boiler. It is best not to melt your wax directly on the heat, but it will work if you keep the heat very low and keep the wax moving by continuously stirring it gently until it reaches a pourable state.
For your wax, just shave down (use an old cheese grater) your old candles, and ask your friends and neighbors to give you their old candles rather than throw them away. You want to stay with either unscented candles, or candles of a similar scent - don't just blend together everything you have. Some scents just don't work together and the result can be a trainwreck in your nose!
For your molds, clean candle holders (glass) work best. You can also use any glass jar or bottle, or other heat-proof container. If you use a long-neck bottle, such as a glass coca-cola bottle, wait til the candle completely hardens (24 hours), then put the bottled candle into a pillow case and gently break the glass away from the candle using a metal hammer on the outside of the pillow case (and outside of the house!) Don't worry about little glass shards, they will be contained within the pillow case if there are any (but it usually breaks off in large pieces). Also, spraying the inside of the bottle lightly with plain cooking spray helps wonders before you pour the wax. When using longneck bottles, don't fill all the way up to the neck - only fill up to the point where the neck just begins to taper.
The Easiest mold to use by far is an empty juice can - the cardboard ones that frozen orange juice concentrate comes in. These are wax-lined and peel away easily from the finished candle without harming it. They also let the candle cool and set a little quicker than using glass jars.
For Colouring, believe it or not, crayons are your best bet. Melt them into the wax a little bit at a time until you achieve the desired colour.
For Scent, use scented old candles for your meltdown. You can also use scented oils, adding just a couple drops at a time until the desired strength is reached. Only add by the drop though - too much an the candle won't set up properly and will burn down too fast, possibly becoming flamable itself. Use the smallest amount of scent needed. You can also scent with natural items such as ground dried rose petals, lemongrass, or other herbs. Use small pieces so that they are not a danger when burning the candle.
One other tip for your wicks - to get them to stay in place while you're pouring, place a drop of melted wax on the underside of the metal baseplate of the wick and "glue" it in this manner to the bottom of the container you're using for our mold. Pour your melted wax in slowly so as not to move the wick's base, and also to avoid air bubbles in the candle itself.
Embellishments can be made by holding small sea shells over heat until they are hot (be careful not to scorch them), and then pressing them into the sides of the candle, letting them partially melt their way into the candle. You can also "glue" seasonal leaves and pressed flowers to the outside of a candle by dipping them in melted clear wax and pressing them into the sides of the candle, then hold the candle by the wick and dip it once or twice into the hot clear wax for a final sealing coat, or brush the hot wax onto the entire outside of the candle. Dipping is the easier method, if you are using a large enough pot.
And here's one last hint for you to try: Use an old ballpoint pen, pencil, or rounded-tip stenciling tool to carve intricate designs into the finished candle. You can even write a poem down the side, a favourite quote, a friend's name, whatever you like. Then, take a complementary coloured crayon and pass it through an open flame a few time, essentially meting the tip (remove paper wrap first!). Press the melted crayon into the deigns you just carved until you cover your entire pattern, wiping away the excess colour as you go. You'll then have a beautifully designed candle with multiple colours that you'll not find in stores!
Hope this has helped, and in case you can't tell, yes I am a candle nut!
Sep 29, 2008 | making candles at home
February 15, 2007 is YouTube’s second birthday. We mark the occasion by this short tribute to several of YouTube’s most popular directors and a thank you to the founders Chad and Steve. This is also a lesson in what not to do with a birthday cake — Please don’t try this at home! Didn’t you always want to put too many candles on a birthday cake?
Thanks to Brokenkites.com for allowing us to use the song “Beneath”, and thanks to Kristin and Cynthia for their help doing the candles.
This video was created using GBTimelapse and two Canon digital still cameras. To see how it was made, visit my blog at http://www.granitebaysoftware.com/blog/2007/02/making-youtube-birthday-flaming-tribute.html
Duration : 0:1:21
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Sep 29, 2008 | candle kits
put on by me,the fuse was to slow but it went great at the fialy,thanks for watching,rate,comment,SUBSCRIBE
Duration : 0:3:56
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Sep 28, 2008 | making candles at home
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Sep 28, 2008 | candle kits
I was wondering if there is a way to make your own candles at home with the stuff that's already here like normal pots and pans etc..Other than having to buy the kits they sell at hobbie shops and such.If I can make them at home,how,what do I need or websites that could tell me would be awesome.Any info about candle making would help too!
Good news! There's no need to bother with all the expensive kits in the craft stores. You WILL have to buy the wicking - you cannot simply use ordinary string, it will burn straight off. Look for lead-free wicking. It is relatively cheap and comes in a multitude of thicknesses and lengths.
For your melting pot, you can use an old stainless steel pot, or a ceramic double-boiler. It is best not to melt your wax directly on the heat, but it will work if you keep the heat very low and keep the wax moving by continuously stirring it gently until it reaches a pourable state.
For your wax, just shave down (use an old cheese grater) your old candles, and ask your friends and neighbors to give you their old candles rather than throw them away. You want to stay with either unscented candles, or candles of a similar scent - don't just blend together everything you have. Some scents just don't work together and the result can be a trainwreck in your nose!
For your molds, clean candle holders (glass) work best. You can also use any glass jar or bottle, or other heat-proof container. If you use a long-neck bottle, such as a glass coca-cola bottle, wait til the candle completely hardens (24 hours), then put the bottled candle into a pillow case and gently break the glass away from the candle using a metal hammer on the outside of the pillow case (and outside of the house!) Don't worry about little glass shards, they will be contained within the pillow case if there are any (but it usually breaks off in large pieces). Also, spraying the inside of the bottle lightly with plain cooking spray helps wonders before you pour the wax. When using longneck bottles, don't fill all the way up to the neck - only fill up to the point where the neck just begins to taper.
The Easiest mold to use by far is an empty juice can - the cardboard ones that frozen orange juice concentrate comes in. These are wax-lined and peel away easily from the finished candle without harming it. They also let the candle cool and set a little quicker than using glass jars.
For Colouring, believe it or not, crayons are your best bet. Melt them into the wax a little bit at a time until you achieve the desired colour.
For Scent, use scented old candles for your meltdown. You can also use scented oils, adding just a couple drops at a time until the desired strength is reached. Only add by the drop though - too much an the candle won't set up properly and will burn down too fast, possibly becoming flamable itself. Use the smallest amount of scent needed. You can also scent with natural items such as ground dried rose petals, lemongrass, or other herbs. Use small pieces so that they are not a danger when burning the candle.
One other tip for your wicks - to get them to stay in place while you're pouring, place a drop of melted wax on the underside of the metal baseplate of the wick and "glue" it in this manner to the bottom of the container you're using for our mold. Pour your melted wax in slowly so as not to move the wick's base, and also to avoid air bubbles in the candle itself.
Embellishments can be made by holding small sea shells over heat until they are hot (be careful not to scorch them), and then pressing them into the sides of the candle, letting them partially melt their way into the candle. You can also "glue" seasonal leaves and pressed flowers to the outside of a candle by dipping them in melted clear wax and pressing them into the sides of the candle, then hold the candle by the wick and dip it once or twice into the hot clear wax for a final sealing coat, or brush the hot wax onto the entire outside of the candle. Dipping is the easier method, if you are using a large enough pot.
And here's one last hint for you to try: Use an old ballpoint pen, pencil, or rounded-tip stenciling tool to carve intricate designs into the finished candle. You can even write a poem down the side, a favourite quote, a friend's name, whatever you like. Then, take a complementary coloured crayon and pass it through an open flame a few time, essentially meting the tip (remove paper wrap first!). Press the melted crayon into the deigns you just carved until you cover your entire pattern, wiping away the excess colour as you go. You'll then have a beautifully designed candle with multiple colours that you'll not find in stores!
Hope this has helped, and in case you can't tell, yes I am a candle nut!
Sep 28, 2008 | making candles at home
Add radiance to your event with our lotus flower candle holder! At night the unique lotus flower closes and sinks underwater, but at dawn it rises and opens again making it a symbol of the sun and rebirth, representing long life, health and good luck. These elegant wedding favors truly capture the lotus’ beauty. Each crystal favor features a 2-3/4″ diameter faceted crystal lotus flower candleholder base with a 4″ white tapered candle included. Surrounded by satin inside a signature silver heart design box (4.5″ x 3.5″), tied with an organza and satin bow with a crystal heart on top and an attached matching heart shaped tag, these favors make for a stunning presentation for a wedding, anniversary or any special event. Measurements: candle holder: 2″ diameter; box: 4.5″ x 3.5″. Minimum: 16 Crystal Wedding Favors, Crystal Favors, Candle Holder Favors, Candle Favors, Favor Candles, Favor Ideas, Bridesmaid Gifts, Bridal Shower Gifts, Take Home Wedding Favors, Elegant Wedding Favors
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Sep 28, 2008 | candle kits
Outdoor ceiling fan light kit in caged iron, rust finish and frosted glass. Wet location approved. Takes two 60 watt candle base bulbs (not included). Rust finish. Frosted glass. 11 1/2″ wide. 9 1/2″ long. Takes two 60 watt candle base bulbs (not included).
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Sep 28, 2008 | making candles at home
So im settin up this date and i wanted some romantic candle lighting. the only problem is i have candles but no candle holdersand im also out of money… so i want to use household items as candle holders, but it has to look cute and creative…. NOT TACKY! got any ideas?
You can use many different things for candle holders … let your imagination run wild!! Melt some of the candle wax onto the container to "stick" the candle, and then fill the container 1-2" with a fixative such as: salt (as was mentioned previously; you can color it with food coloring if you want something prettier), sugar (can also be colored), sand, tiny rocks & pebbles, pot pourri (make sure it doesn't come close to the flame), rice (tint with foodcoloring if you want), small sea shells, dirt, or even laundry soap. (Pick out any pieces of wax and you can still use it to do laundry!)
Containers that might work include: empty glass condiment jars; glasses; coffee mugs; stacked napkin rings (glue them together for safety); canning jars; empty medicine bottles (it's a stretch, but I've seen it done); shallow or deep bowls; tiny glass bowls; plastic take-out containers (rinse well and set multiple votive or pillar candles in your chosen fixative); etc.
Think out of the box and see how creative you can get with "stuff" you have in your home. Good luck, and have fun!
Sep 28, 2008 | candle kits
Ok Here Is Is…
I Have:-
Massage Balm,
False Nails,
Nail Kit,
Razor,
Washing Products,
Candles,
Chocolate Ice Cream,
Shampoo,
Conditioner,
Right nice relaxing time in sum 1 organise me 
x x x
i'm confused… i thought you were asking but it seems you have everything, lol.
