Oils can be purchased at most major retailers that sell home décor or candle products.
Every bottle of fragrance oil is a little different so read the instructions for best results. The bottle will offer insights into how concentrated your particular oil is.
You can create a unique scent by adding two oils. Consider combinations like vanilla and rose or lavender and pine.
If you are unhappy with the potency of the scent, make note of how many drops you added 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, mixing, allowing it to cool and relighting.
Wax beads and wicks can be purchased at the local craft store, along with an essential oil.
If the wick is too long, simply cut it to size and save the remaining piece for a future project. Avoid wicks with metal in them like lead, as this is a toxin. Instead, choose one made of soy or bees wax.
Every bottle of essential oil is a little different so read the instructions for best results. The bottle will offer insights into how concentrated your particular oil is. Keep in mind that because essential oils are natural, they are more potent than fragrance oils so a little goes a long way.
Sense the wax cubes are so strong, consider cutting them in half using a butter knife.
Consider using palm or beeswax flakes as an alternative.
If the wick is really long, simply cut it with scissors. It should reach slightly above the rim of the container. If a skewer isn’t available, just about anything will work. Try using a kitchen utensil instead.
If you’re unsure about the size of your container, simply fill the container with water. Pour the water from the container into a measuring cup to have an exact measurement.
Turn your heat to medium-high and stir the wax with a metal spoon or spatula. Once completely melted, turn the heat off. This will only take a few minutes.
Remember that you can replace the essential oil with a fragrance oil or scented cube, if that’s more readily available. Each bottle of oil will have specific instructions regarding number of drops, follow these guidelines for best results.
These make excellent, inexpensive gifts as well.
