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Candlemaking for Beginners
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items You won't believe me, but I got started making candles because of a kit I found at Aldi. Yes, the grocery store. It was love at first pour!! Literally felt like I was experimenting in a lab 🕯️ Here are some things to help get you started if you're l...
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Candlemaking Kits
Wax + Basic Supplies
Fragrance Oils
Containers
Videos
Candlemaking Kits
Practice makes perfect!
This kit has everything you need for learning how to make a candle, including instructions! Bramble Berry is renowned for their products and I especially love their cashmere fragrance oil
Candle Beginner Creator Kit
This kit makes 3 candles and is great for a first time experience. Perfect for gift-giving
Serenity Candle Kit
CandleScience is another notable site for getting started! Their starter kit is budget friendly, and their website has a ton of info on candlemaking.
Starter Candle Making Kit
Wax + Basic Supplies
I wish I knew to get all of these things when I first started; but I struggled so you don't have to :)
Ready to move on to bigger batches? Here's a great Coconut Soy blend that holds scent very well and burns beautifully. I tried several types of wax before finding this one and loved my results
Direct Candle Supply 10 lb Coconut Soy Wax
Absolute necessity for double boiling. The size is great and can yield quite a lot of candles depending on the size of the containers. I recommend getting multiple for different fragrances to avoid unwanted mixing of scents! (Or, just clean thoroughl...
Candle Making Pouring Pot 101oz
Every candle needs a reliable wick; here's a pack that gets you started with everything you need to make sure your wicks are placed and held steady during cooling time. FYI - wick size does change along with the diameter of the container
Candle Wick 6in 100pcs + Stickers & Holders
I prefer to use metal wick holders, they are very good for securely holding the wicks! Also useful if I need to use a heat gun to smooth out the surface of the wax
20pcs Silver Stainless Steel Candle Wick Holders
Makes centering the wick so much easier, especially in deeper containers!
Candle Wick Placing Tube, 12pcs
If you're making your own wicks, you'll need a pair of needlenose pliers to secure the wick to the metal wick tab!
Jewelry Pliers Set: Needle, Round Nose & Wire Cutter
Grab a reliable pair of scissors to cut off excess wick!
Westcott 8-Inch Non-Stick Titanium Scissors 2-Pack
A nice heat resistant spatula is a must for stirring fragrance oils into the wax (as they are added while the temperature is still very high!)
600ºF Heat Resistant Spatula
Grab a scale to measure out the wax before melting it down! It's more accurate this way and helps to determine the ratio of wax to fragrance oil as you develop your recipes
Food Scale 10kg Digital Kitchen Stainless
An accurate thermometer is also vital for measuring wax temperature so 1) the wax doesn't burn and 2) the temperature is appropriate to add fragrance
BOMATA Waterproof IPX7 Instant Read Thermometer
I recommend grabbing a baking rack to place the candle containers before pouring! This allows them to cool more evenly than on countertops (i.e. wood, granite)
2PCS 10x15" Stainless Steel Cooling Racks
So great for getting a smooth surface! Depending on how the candle cools, the top can look uneven, but a quick blast with a heat gun fixes it right up. Just be mindful not to put too much heat for too long as it may disturb the wick placement
ROMECH 1500W Heat Gun, Variable Temp, 4 Nozzles
Fragrance Oils
This is where the magic happens. Testing out fragrances is so fun! I recommend getting trial sizes before purchasing larger ones, as every company's scents differ slightly!
Bramble Berry has so many scents to choose from! Find the scent you love. They also have trial sizes if you're undecided!
Candle Fragrance Oils | DIY Scented Oils for Candles | Bramble Berry
CandleScience has an extensive selection of oils to choose from! I love love love the Bergamot
Shop Fragrance Oils For Candles and Soaps
As much as I want to gatekeep, this scent is one of my all time favorites! It's so serene and instantly brings a feeling of warmth and relaxation into the room. Can't recommend enough!!
VINEVIDA Lavender Vanilla Fragrance Oil
Containers
We don't judge books by their covers, but we definitely do judge candles by their containers! Curate the vibe
These gorgeous glass containers are perfect for adding a luxurious aesthetic to your finished product. Something about frosted glass just does it for me every time
12 Pack Candle Jars 10 OZ - Frosted Brown
The Flaming Candle has a beautiful selection of jars available and their site is very nice and easy to navigate!
Candle Jars & Vessels for Wholesale | The Flaming Candle
These ribbed glass jars are stunning and come in a few different colors. Adds a bit more whimsy to such a fun craft!
10 OZ Clear Ribbed Candle Jars Set of 8
Metal tins are awesome for budget-friendly candlemaking! I especially love the bronze color
Candle Tins - Bulk & Wholesale Prices
Videos
Can you tell I love Bramble Berry? This is one of the first videos I watched when learning how to make candles and is incredibly helpful!
How To Make Soy Wax Candles At Home: Proven Tips & Tricks For Flawless Candles | BrambleBerry.com