I have a suggestion. And it woks great. When I was testing candles to make and sell I didn't want to waste containers. I lined a deep dish with foil. Then I put a cookies cooling rack on it. Place your containers upside down on the rack. Place in oven on the lowers setting your oven will do. It melts the wax into the tray and empties the containers. Then you can pick out the used wicks and pour your wax into your melting pot. 😊
I am only partially through watching your video (I LOVE your chanell!!!). However, I wanted you to know that Pillar candles use a different type of wax than container candles. You will find that they won’t burn as well as you expect in the containers. They WILL burn, but you will find they will leave excess on the sides as they burn down. You need to be careful about which containers you choose - they must be heat safe and pick wicks based on the diameter of the container and the type of wax being used. I am saying this because of my experience when I had my own candle making business. I don’t know everything, but I do know a lot. For the best wax, I recommend 6006 which is a mix of paraffin and soy.
Be careful of containers that might not withstand the heat of the candle burning. I like to reuse votive holders. I have a big multi candle wall sconce that takes a bunch of votives, so that works really well for me. I've been known to reuse the old wicks too. I try to keep the new candle the same diameter or smaller than what the wick was in originally so I know it will burn well. I like your wax pot too. I use an old coffee can that I've bent just a little to make it pour nicely. It's my understanding that some waxes melt at different temps, but I've never figured out how to tell what is what. I just mix them all together LOL
To not take a chance of breaking the glass jars, I always put a washcloth in the bottom of my pan before adding the candle jars to melt. You have a great idea with this. I also use old candles to make fire starters.
When considering containers to use when making candles, I would suggest using glass that is safe for heat. I used a wide glass once and it burst because of the heat. I ended up getting cut when it burst and it was a huge mess. Examples of heat, safe glass that I can think of, immediately that come to mind, would be ceramic wear, such as a coffee mug or small individually, sized casserole dish, mason, jars, etc.
When I made candles years ago, I picked up some pots/pans at garage sales that were kept exclusively for candles. I did not cook food in them. Wicks with wire in them are very useful for container candles. Much easier to use and keep in place. Twist your wire wick around a pencil or a chopstick and place in container at the right length before pouring the liquid wax in. They won't tip over or slip off that way.
I use a candle warmer for the ones that the wick burns up & you still have scented wax, then once it's melted I pour it in another container. I'll use the warmer to enjoy the smell until it's gone, THEN I repurpose & scent the accumulated wax for new candles.
Thx! I “rescued” what I thot was a coffeecup warmer at the GW bins and turned out to be a candle warmer. I had a few cute wax melts for DECADES that my now grown kids made at a candle shop. They were leaf shaped and still smell good. I’ve been trying to “use them up” on the candle warmer and am surprised how long they retain a scent!! I was also wondering what to do with them when the scent was (if EVER!) gone because the wax doesn’t disappear like it does when burning a candle! OH My! If I add more scent It will be a never ending cycle, and that wax will outlive me!
What a great idea! I'll be on the look out for candles next garage sale season. We had that same pitcher when I was growing up. It was copper colored and my mom would make Kool-Aid in it. It was such a treat. I had it for a while and then in my journey to declutter I got rid of it. I'm not sad I did but just seeing it certainly brought back memories of a hot Iowa summer and icy cold Kool-Aid.
I have a silicone tray( looks like an ice cube tray) it’s smaller , going to just make wax melts a lot of ppl use the warmers, bag up a couple different fragrances tie with a ribbon , nice little gift.🎁
I love this. I do something similar with the wax melts that no longer smell. I save the wax and tea light containers and when I need more tea lights, I melt down the wax and refill the tea light containers.
Ive made candles twice. Once when I was 13 and given a candle making kit for my birthday. I made green Christmas tree shaped candles using a mold. The second time was as an adult using mugs with coffee scented wax. I remember the wax as a teen was very smoky compared to candle wax today.
We also saved broken crayons to add for coloring (paper removed). Made candles with layers of colors. Love this video! Brought back great memories... thank you! Blessings Kiddo!🌻🐛🌿💚🙏💕👵 ps we used clear 8oz jelly jars (for canning)
You can also put a wash cloth in your pot like you would do if you don't have a rack for canning, so the glass won't break. I cool them down in the frig, and some I have layered, and put fresh fragrance for each color. I do these in clear glass so you can see the layered colors. A fun way to use colored ones up.Love from Western, N.Y.
I have made Candles with both Wax-coated Wicks & Wood Wicks. The wood Wicks have a fun "flicker factor" but I have found that I have trouble getting them to burn w/o burning out, I do like the look of them & they are easy to work with, but if they won't burn consistently, what is the point🤷🏻♀ I have also used a Box Grater to grate large pieces of Wax.🕯
You can melt the wax in an old pot over low heat, then it will go quicker. To stabilize the wick use a fork. Place the fork on the container and the wick between the tips. Kind regards, Claudia
I used to use a coffee can add the wax in to melt. And the wicks always need a support to hold into place. I seen in the comments a fork wish I had know that. Love your videos.
I have a box of candle fragments, but they are a mix of beeswax, soy, paraffin and ??. Can they be mixed? This video has inspired me to get moving and make something useful!!
I use wooden unseparated chopsticks you get with chinese takeout to stabilize my wicks. Pinch the wick between the two attached chopsticks and it stays put until wax finishes curing.
The wicks from the tappers and tall candles can be reused. Be sure to get the wicks that don’t have metal in them so they burn cleaner. Wax ignites if heated to high please keep your eye on the wax. Paraffin without additives ignites at 390.2 F with additives it can go warmer. I use a large double broiler to heat my wax-safer than directly on the hot range eye. Yes scent should be added last. I have metal rods but pencil is thick-maybe a skewer wrapped 2-3x with a drop of wax beforehand will hold in place.
I love that you are doing something like this to be frugal! I love repurposing too, however, I am not a candle person. I have sensory issues and I even have a hard time in the fragrance department of stores. I wish people would realize some people can’t stand their perfumes! But this is a fun project.
This was perfect for me because I have a drawer full of old and thrifted candles to do this . I’ve thrifted some beautiful tea cups that I’m gonna use fill and give as gifts . Thank you love love your videos ❤
as others have mentioned, be careful with thin glass like the ones you bought from the dollar store. they may crack when burning. Also, note that when the candle wax cools once you pour it into the new jars, you may get a canyon around the wick. I save some extra melted wax and top off each candle to fill that in so its smooth to the top. I've made candles before but only use bees wax.
Next time you have enough saved try using either your crockpot or roaster. Did it that way for girl scouts and it was a lot less work. Same basic set up as on the stove but start with hot water in the crock. Still takes time to melt but you dont have to babysit it as much and can save your time for the fun part of putting them together
I have remade candles using half used containers. I have a chocolate melter that I use for making candles, candy, lip gloss, deodorant, salves and more. It holds about 3 cups of liquid and has a pour spout and it melts very quickly. When I made my candles I melted like colors together.
I once was gifted a huge chunk of beeswax and ended to melting it in a 1/2 gallon sized Mason jar, which was submerged in water. Worked great and was easy to clean too. That said, using something with a handle, such as what you have, would be better. 😊
When you have a candle that will not light, set it on a candle warmer or a cup warmer...you can pour out the wax into another candle your making when the scent is gone.🎉🎉 quickly wipe out jar with paper towel and it is ready to be reused for a new candle...take a candle and put it upright in your vehicles for emergency heat...a bathroom incase the power goes out for a warming room....or put a few in a room for a warming room❤
Great video. I have been collection old wax bits to make firestarters, and if I get extra wax I will make a candle or two. I haven’t ever really made candles before either. So this was great, 🇨🇦🌷
I agree about the wax not burned. I keep those & in the summer I'll put them in direct sun & it melts down great. While melted I pour it into a jar with new socks and it works great with mess or fuss
I'm extremely cheap or I prefer the word frugal because I like to make every penny count. I don't buy a lot of candles at a store. I buy candles and bits and pieces at yard sales and thrift shops and things like that and make my own. I prefer just dipped candles, but I make all kinds, because you never know when the powers going out.
Always read the sticker on the bottom, another UA-camr purchased glasses at the dollar store for the same purpose and read on the bottom do not heat. So she had to remelt and toss those glasses for something more heat safe.
I always make sure to have saved with my candle making ‘stuff’, different sizes of cans to melt my old candles. Ex., #10 cans from ketchup or tomatoes, large soup cans etc., then I use pliers (or I have my husband help) create a pour spout in one side of the can to pour out the melted wax from. Works fantastic! If it gets too gross I can just recycle it and start with a new clean one. 😁👍
Yes, i have definitely done this many times. It works well. I love adding my own favorite scents. The only problem is uneven temperature or a quick cool down which makes a dip in the candles the following day 😢
I used mostly big blocks of wax but I did some already used candle but I cut the blackened and wicks out before melting. I melted them all in pitcher kind of like yours. I bought color and scents for the wax. The hardest part is getting wicks to stay in place. I used the rolled wick and put on the bottom metal thing with pliers. I had some dowels to put around it keep the wick in place.
A tip for securing wick to bottom of container is to use a dab of hot glue. Also drill a hole in the center of a popsicle stick just a bit bigger than the wick. Then you can slide it over the wick to help center the it after you pour wax.
I freeze my remaining wax in their container and the pop right out , making the container easier to clean. You can use a strainer to catch the bits of burnt wicks, etc, left in the melted wax.
The size of your jar determines what size wick you use. It ensures good scent throw and burns all the way through. Essential to burn for as long as you need on the 1st burn if a candle to not get a “hole” burn, but for it to burn all the way to the edges of your jar. Soy wax is much better for you to use. Pillar candles are different wax to your jars, grab stirring sticks/paddle pop sticks and drill holes in them, lay across the top of jars to hold the wicks upright. You can save them and reuse next time - Hope this helps
You can use a glue dot or hot glue to hold your wicks in place.. You can use a popsicle stick with a hole(s) to hold the wicks up while pouring the wax. You can also use some wax melts to add fragrance... I definitely think the quality of your wax makes a big difference for burning...
I've done this for years. I primarily make votive size new candles. I get my wicks from the local craft store, but would like to find better wicks that don't burn so fast. If anybody has suggestions on good wicks I'd love to hear them. If you have a small candle it is easier to pour hot water into the candle jar. The wax will melt and rise to the top. Once the water has cooled you can pop the wax "lid" out of the jar. Just don't pour the remaining water down your drain. It will still have some wax in the water and could clog your drain. I usually just pour the water into my yard.
I have thought of doing this but I am sensitive to scents. I have used beeswax several times to make simple candles and enjoy those very much. No scent, they actually seem to absorb household smells.
I keep every candle container for several months,then when I have enough,I set the containers on a sheet pan,place in oven turned to approximately 180 to 200 degrees F. Check every few minutes to see if it’s melted. USE OVEN MITTS to remove the pan from oven and the candles from the sheet pan. This way all of the candles are melted at the same time. Put the melted wax into a vessel for pouring. If it will take a little while to prepare containers, place the pouring vessel into a pan of hot water. Add fragrance and or colors to containers,place wicks and fill with wax. This method is faster than stove top and don’t have to be constantly watched.
Wasn't there some use for straws when making candles? Like to place the wicks, or keep them placed.... put the straw over the wick, use the straw to center in on the bottom, etc., and remove after pouring the wax. Maybe that was when making ice candles - like cover the wick with a straw then add the ice, so the wick doesn't go in odd directions during that process? Seems to ring a bell. I remember making square ice candles in the old quart cardboard milk boxes, but the ice melts when the wax goes in, and I once had a candle that dripped water for weeks, or if I turned it on its side, haha!
Hey, I didn’t see much on your wicks? Did I miss it? Hobby Lobby has wicks and candle making stuff. And they have wick bottom weights etc. too. You can buy spools of cotton string too for wicks. You can use washers too for wick weights. Wax is available in the stores by the home canning products. But it is quite pricey. Have you tried using bees wax? Does it smell sweet?
you didn't show the finished candles :) I think making candles and soap would be something that I could really get into. However, I don't have a source to sell them. I don't personally burn candles unless the power goes out at night. I'm very sensitive to smells. It was fun to watch anyway!
I will line a baking sheet with foil and place the candles upside down and put in a very low heat oven. Contains all the wax and easy pan clean up. I have yet to remelt candles that are not in containers.
Please be cautious and Do-Not use a vessel, especially glass that tapers in at the top as it will hold in a lot of heat and break. Great memories TY💞🌻🦋
I used to make candles for my brand. Be careful what you use for glass containers as they might not be fire safe. Old candle jars are perfect. In large candles, be sure to double wick or it will melt unevenly Make sure to follow manufacturers guidelines on what fragrance and how much to use. Wherever you get your fragrance oil should hv an IFRA guide
Make sure your glass containers are heat resistant, sometimes even store bought glass candles have broken should you leave the candle burn several hours. I was told CANDLES BURNING HELP PURIFY THE AIR - IDK
Do not pour hot melted wax into just any glass container no matter how pretty . Dome older glassware and wine glasses are very thin and will shatter . Choose wisely. Hot wax is no joke . By the way I love candles and have remolded many .
There is so much more to candle making. A pillar wax is totally different from a container wax. There’s different waxes such as paraffin and soy. If the wax already has a fragrance you need to be careful not to overload on fragrance because it can start a fire. This information really is not correct. I’m really sorry. Even though these are not being sold, it is poor information and I hope no one has a fire from misinformation.
They claim Pumpkin Pie Spice can arouse--hmm so allspice/nutmeg/cloves does the trick? IDK I'm too old to go there now =), just saying maybe it does work.
Love you Rachel and I'm an avid follower, but candles can contain dangerous chemicals & fragrance. It would be better not to use candles that you don't know the ingredients of.
Agree, Love you Rachel, however this is unsafe on many levels. I used to make and sell candles using all natural candle safe fragrances and paraffin free waxes. Reusing old wax and/or cheap candle wax, can expose you, your grand babies and your dogs to highly carcinogenic and hormone disrupting chemicals especially if they are coloured with dyes and/or have phthalates and parabens in the fragrances. Reusing old candle containers may also be dangerous. Even if they seem intact, used vessels can be a potential fire hazard as most aren’t designed to be used more than once for candles which is why the label suggests repurposing rather than reusing, it’s a liability issue. Stay safe and check out some videos here on UA-cam by pro candle makers who explain the issues in much greater detail.
I use a candle warmer for the ones that the wick burns up & you still have scented wax, then once it's melted I pour it in another container. I'll use the warmer to enjoy the smell until it's gone, THEN I repurpose & scent the accumulated wax for new candles.
I have a suggestion. And it woks great. When I was testing candles to make and sell I didn't want to waste containers. I lined a deep dish with foil. Then I put a cookies cooling rack on it. Place your containers upside down on the rack. Place in oven on the lowers setting your oven will do. It melts the wax into the tray and empties the containers. Then you can pick out the used wicks and pour your wax into your melting pot. 😊
I am only partially through watching your video (I LOVE your chanell!!!). However, I wanted you to know that Pillar candles use a different type of wax than container candles. You will find that they won’t burn as well as you expect in the containers. They WILL burn, but you will find they will leave excess on the sides as they burn down.
You need to be careful about which containers you choose - they must be heat safe and pick wicks based on the diameter of the container and the type of wax being used.
I am saying this because of my experience when I had my own candle making business. I don’t know everything, but I do know a lot. For the best wax, I recommend 6006 which is a mix of paraffin and soy.
I have found that putting the Candle Containers in the Freezer is the best way of removing the Wax & Wick-holder👍🏼
Be careful of containers that might not withstand the heat of the candle burning. I like to reuse votive holders. I have a big multi candle wall sconce that takes a bunch of votives, so that works really well for me. I've been known to reuse the old wicks too. I try to keep the new candle the same diameter or smaller than what the wick was in originally so I know it will burn well.
I like your wax pot too. I use an old coffee can that I've bent just a little to make it pour nicely.
It's my understanding that some waxes melt at different temps, but I've never figured out how to tell what is what. I just mix them all together LOL
To not take a chance of breaking the glass jars, I always put a washcloth in the bottom of my pan before adding the candle jars to melt. You have a great idea with this. I also use old candles to make fire starters.
When considering containers to use when making candles, I would suggest using glass that is safe for heat. I used a wide glass once and it burst because of the heat. I ended up getting cut when it burst and it was a huge mess.
Examples of heat, safe glass that I can think of, immediately that come to mind, would be ceramic wear, such as a coffee mug or small individually, sized casserole dish, mason, jars, etc.
When I made candles years ago, I picked up some pots/pans at garage sales that were kept exclusively for candles. I did not cook food in them.
Wicks with wire in them are very useful for container candles. Much easier to use and keep in place. Twist your wire wick around a pencil or a chopstick and place in container at the right length before pouring the liquid wax in. They won't tip over or slip off that way.
I use a candle warmer for the ones that the wick burns up & you still have scented wax, then once it's melted I pour it in another container. I'll use the warmer to enjoy the smell until it's gone, THEN I repurpose & scent the accumulated wax for new candles.
This is what I do too. Seems much easier than this stovetop method.
Thx! I “rescued” what I thot was a coffeecup warmer at the GW bins and turned out to be a candle warmer. I had a few cute wax melts for DECADES that my now grown kids made at a candle shop. They were leaf shaped and still smell good. I’ve been trying to “use them up” on the candle warmer and am surprised how long they retain a scent!! I was also wondering what to do with them when the scent was (if EVER!) gone because the wax doesn’t disappear like it does when burning a candle! OH My! If I add more scent It will be a never ending cycle, and that wax will outlive me!
What a great idea! I'll be on the look out for candles next garage sale season. We had that same pitcher when I was growing up. It was copper colored and my mom would make Kool-Aid in it. It was such a treat. I had it for a while and then in my journey to declutter I got rid of it. I'm not sad I did but just seeing it certainly brought back memories of a hot Iowa summer and icy cold Kool-Aid.
Soy Candles wax is the longest burning candles that you like that evaporates the wax as it burns!
As a kid in the 70s, my sister and I had a candle making kit. We used paraffin wax.
I have a silicone tray( looks like an ice cube tray) it’s smaller , going to just make wax melts a lot of ppl use the warmers, bag up a couple different fragrances tie with a ribbon , nice little gift.🎁
I made candles for teachers but used the crisco candles and will decorated the jars.
Using clothes pins help hold the wicks in place. You camp the wicks to the chopstick with the clothes pin. Helps it stay in place better.
My Grandmother had a stainless pitcher like that. She always made tea in it. Brought back memories.
I love this. I do something similar with the wax melts that no longer smell. I save the wax and tea light containers and when I need more tea lights, I melt down the wax and refill the tea light containers.
When I did this I put it silicone ice cube tray and use it on a wax warmer and my house smell amazing
Ive made candles twice. Once when I was 13 and given a candle making kit for my birthday. I made green Christmas tree shaped candles using a mold. The second time was as an adult using mugs with coffee scented wax. I remember the wax as a teen was very smoky compared to candle wax today.
We also saved broken crayons to add for coloring (paper removed). Made candles with layers of colors. Love this video! Brought back great memories... thank you! Blessings Kiddo!🌻🐛🌿💚🙏💕👵 ps we used clear 8oz jelly jars (for canning)
You can also put a wash cloth in your pot like you would do if you don't have a rack for canning, so the glass won't break. I cool them down in the frig, and some I have layered, and put fresh fragrance for each color. I do these in clear glass so you can see the layered colors. A fun way to use colored ones up.Love from Western, N.Y.
I've never made candles, first time for everything, thank you. ❤❤
Yes, when you purchase and they were $15 those same candles right now are 35 to 40, even at Meijer's
I have made Candles with both Wax-coated Wicks & Wood Wicks. The wood Wicks have a fun "flicker factor" but I have found that I have trouble getting them to burn w/o burning out, I do like the look of them & they are easy to work with, but if they won't burn consistently, what is the point🤷🏻♀
I have also used a Box Grater to grate large pieces of Wax.🕯
You can melt the wax in an old pot over low heat, then it will go quicker.
To stabilize the wick use a fork.
Place the fork on the container and the wick between the tips.
Kind regards, Claudia
I used to use a coffee can add the wax in to melt. And the wicks always need a support to hold into place. I seen in the comments a fork wish I had know that. Love your videos.
I have a box of candle fragments, but they are a mix of beeswax, soy, paraffin and ??. Can they be mixed? This video has inspired me to get moving and make something useful!!
Oh so true Rachel, I actually did the same, bought a variety wick pack, gave to a friend cuz I just knew I wouldn't get it done.
I use wooden unseparated chopsticks you get with chinese takeout to stabilize my wicks. Pinch the wick between the two attached chopsticks and it stays put until wax finishes curing.
The wicks from the tappers and tall candles can be reused. Be sure to get the wicks that don’t have metal in them so they burn cleaner. Wax ignites if heated to high please keep your eye on the wax. Paraffin without additives ignites at 390.2 F with additives it can go warmer. I use a large double broiler to heat my wax-safer than directly on the hot range eye. Yes scent should be added last. I have metal rods but pencil is thick-maybe a skewer wrapped 2-3x with a drop of wax beforehand will hold in place.
Rachel you & I are very similar, ty for always having fun interesting content. I've learned so much from you.
I love that you are doing something like this to be frugal! I love repurposing too, however, I am not a candle person. I have sensory issues and I even have a hard time in the fragrance department of stores. I wish people would realize some people can’t stand their perfumes! But this is a fun project.
This was perfect for me because I have a drawer full of old and thrifted candles to do this . I’ve thrifted some beautiful tea cups that I’m gonna use fill and give as gifts . Thank you love love your videos ❤
Cris cross the wicks with pop cycle sticks to hold them up until the solidify.
as others have mentioned, be careful with thin glass like the ones you bought from the dollar store. they may crack when burning. Also, note that when the candle wax cools once you pour it into the new jars, you may get a canyon around the wick. I save some extra melted wax and top off each candle to fill that in so its smooth to the top. I've made candles before but only use bees wax.
Great idea Rachel! I’m inspired to do the same!❤️🇨🇦
Next time you have enough saved try using either your crockpot or roaster. Did it that way for girl scouts and it was a lot less work. Same basic set up as on the stove but start with hot water in the crock. Still takes time to melt but you dont have to babysit it as much and can save your time for the fun part of putting them together
So cool! Thank you!! 🌿
Thank you !! This was fun, I wouldn’t have thought to do this! And to think of the candles I’ve thrown out!! 🤦🏽♀️
I have remade candles using half used containers. I have a chocolate melter that I use for making candles, candy, lip gloss, deodorant, salves and more. It holds about 3 cups of liquid and has a pour spout and it melts very quickly. When I made my candles I melted like colors together.
I once was gifted a huge chunk of beeswax and ended to melting it in a 1/2 gallon sized Mason jar, which was submerged in water. Worked great and was easy to clean too.
That said, using something with a handle, such as what you have, would be better. 😊
I am a knitter❤ and I love that sweater. Did you knit it?
Yes! Nice sweater!
I did a candle in one of those cute dollar store cups and it shattered when it got warm. I've had the best luck with just Mason jars.
love this. have a thought youcould take a popsicle stick and drill two holes in it for the wicks
When you have a candle that will not light, set it on a candle warmer or a cup warmer...you can pour out the wax into another candle your making when the scent is gone.🎉🎉 quickly wipe out jar with paper towel and it is ready to be reused for a new candle...take a candle and put it upright in your vehicles for emergency heat...a bathroom incase the power goes out for a warming room....or put a few in a room for a warming room❤
Also candles in front of a mirror doubles the light. 🌿💚
Great video. I have been collection old wax bits to make firestarters, and if I get extra wax I will make a candle or two. I haven’t ever really made candles before either. So this was great, 🇨🇦🌷
I agree about the wax not burned. I keep those & in the summer I'll put them in direct sun & it melts down great. While melted I pour it into a jar with new socks and it works great with mess or fuss
Thanks for taking us on this journey. Will be doing this soon 👍👵🏻❣️
I'm extremely cheap or I prefer the word frugal because I like to make every penny count. I don't buy a lot of candles at a store. I buy candles and bits and pieces at yard sales and thrift shops and things like that and make my own. I prefer just dipped candles, but I make all kinds, because you never know when the powers going out.
I’ve seen people use hot glue to stick their wicks in the vessels. Great video
When I was younger and we made ice cube candles we would add crayons to color the wax. We’d make them for Christmas so used red and green
Thank you for a fabulous reuse of old candles. 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
Always read the sticker on the bottom, another UA-camr purchased glasses at the dollar store for the same purpose and read on the bottom do not heat. So she had to remelt and toss those glasses for something more heat safe.
I always make sure to have saved with my candle making ‘stuff’, different sizes of cans to melt my old candles. Ex., #10 cans from ketchup or tomatoes, large soup cans etc., then I use pliers (or I have my husband help) create a pour spout in one side of the can to pour out the melted wax from. Works fantastic! If it gets too gross I can just recycle it and start with a new clean one. 😁👍
Transparent tape across the top will create a network to keep the wicks standing. Kind of like a flower frog
such a great idea awesome
Super glue or nail glue the wicks. Those candles are gonna be yummy 😃
Yes, i have definitely done this many times. It works well. I love adding my own favorite scents. The only problem is uneven temperature or a quick cool down which makes a dip in the candles the following day 😢
I wonder if for the big one to melt if you could use a crockpot with a liner to melt it slowly.
Good job!
I used mostly big blocks of wax but I did some already used candle but I cut the blackened and wicks out before melting. I melted them all in pitcher kind of like yours. I bought color and scents for the wax. The hardest part is getting wicks to stay in place. I used the rolled wick and put on the bottom metal thing with pliers. I had some dowels to put around it keep the wick in place.
I bought an old double boiler at a thrift store that I use to melt old candles. I don't make candles but I make firestarters with the melted wax.
Excellent
Inspiring 💖
Rachel, that jug looks like a restaurant water jug. The kind wait staff use to refill water glasses.
Use chip clips to hold wicks.
So cool. Thank you
A tip for securing wick to bottom of container is to use a dab of hot glue. Also drill a hole in the center of a popsicle stick just a bit bigger than the wick. Then you can slide it over the wick to help center the it after you pour wax.
I freeze my remaining wax in their container and the pop right out , making the container easier to clean. You can use a strainer to catch the bits of burnt wicks, etc, left in the melted wax.
The problem with candles, unless they are natural fragrances, is that the artificial perfumes are very toxic.
The size of your jar determines what size wick you use. It ensures good scent throw and burns all the way through. Essential to burn for as long as you need on the 1st burn if a candle to not get a “hole” burn, but for it to burn all the way to the edges of your jar. Soy wax is much better for you to use. Pillar candles are different wax to your jars, grab stirring sticks/paddle pop sticks and drill holes in them, lay across the top of jars to hold the wicks upright. You can save them and reuse next time - Hope this helps
You can use a glue dot or hot glue to hold your wicks in place.. You can use a popsicle stick with a hole(s) to hold the wicks up while pouring the wax.
You can also use some wax melts to add fragrance... I definitely think the quality of your wax makes a big difference for burning...
Are you afraid of the dollar store glasses breaking with heat?
Will the heat from the candle burning crack the drinking glasses?
I'm not a candle maker, but a drinking glass is not made for hot liquids, so I would think that it would shatter.
I've done this for years. I primarily make votive size new candles. I get my wicks from the local craft store, but would like to find better wicks that don't burn so fast. If anybody has suggestions on good wicks I'd love to hear them. If you have a small candle it is easier to pour hot water into the candle jar. The wax will melt and rise to the top. Once the water has cooled you can pop the wax "lid" out of the jar. Just don't pour the remaining water down your drain. It will still have some wax in the water and could clog your drain. I usually just pour the water into my yard.
I have thought of doing this but I am sensitive to scents. I have used beeswax several times to make simple candles and enjoy those very much. No scent, they actually seem to absorb household smells.
I keep every candle container for several months,then when I have enough,I set the containers on a sheet pan,place in oven turned to approximately 180 to 200 degrees F.
Check every few minutes to see if it’s melted. USE OVEN MITTS to remove the pan from oven and the candles from the sheet pan.
This way all of the candles are melted at the same time. Put the melted wax into a vessel for pouring. If it will take a little while to prepare containers, place the pouring vessel into a pan of hot water.
Add fragrance and or colors to containers,place wicks and fill with wax.
This method is faster than stove top and don’t have to be constantly watched.
I heat my wax up in my slow cooker than pour it into containers
Wasn't there some use for straws when making candles? Like to place the wicks, or keep them placed.... put the straw over the wick, use the straw to center in on the bottom, etc., and remove after pouring the wax.
Maybe that was when making ice candles - like cover the wick with a straw then add the ice, so the wick doesn't go in odd directions during that process? Seems to ring a bell. I remember making square ice candles in the old quart cardboard milk boxes, but the ice melts when the wax goes in, and I once had a candle that dripped water for weeks, or if I turned it on its side, haha!
Paraffin candles evaporate. Bees wax candles drip and you can reuse the wax till it all burns away.
Hey, I didn’t see much on your wicks? Did I miss it? Hobby Lobby has wicks and candle making stuff. And they have wick bottom weights etc. too. You can buy spools of cotton string too for wicks. You can use washers too for wick weights. Wax is available in the stores by the home canning products. But it is quite pricey.
Have you tried using bees wax? Does it smell sweet?
you didn't show the finished candles :) I think making candles and soap would be something that I could really get into. However, I don't have a source to sell them. I don't personally burn candles unless the power goes out at night. I'm very sensitive to smells. It was fun to watch anyway!
I will line a baking sheet with foil and place the candles upside down and put in a very low heat oven. Contains all the wax and easy pan clean up. I have yet to remelt candles that are not in containers.
I cut my candles into small pieces, they melt a lot quicker
Please be cautious and Do-Not use a vessel, especially glass that tapers in at the top as it will hold in a lot of heat and break. Great memories TY💞🌻🦋
I used to make candles for my brand.
Be careful what you use for glass containers as they might not be fire safe.
Old candle jars are perfect.
In large candles, be sure to double wick or it will melt unevenly
Make sure to follow manufacturers guidelines on what fragrance and how much to use. Wherever you get your fragrance oil should hv an IFRA guide
I answered before the video ended lol
You can lv your water low and turn your burner up higher. Just be sure water isn’t bubbling into your wax
Just curious if the little glasses with the trees would break after being heated up?
Be careful with the dollar store glasses. 2 wicks may generate enough heat to crack them. I stick to mason jars that are designed for high heat.
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Make sure your glass containers are heat resistant, sometimes even store bought glass candles have broken should you leave the candle burn several hours. I was told CANDLES BURNING HELP PURIFY THE AIR - IDK
Do not pour hot melted wax into just any glass container no matter how pretty .
Dome older glassware and wine glasses are very thin and will shatter .
Choose wisely.
Hot wax is no joke .
By the way I love candles and have remolded many .
I would be concerned about the thickness of the glass on those cute pine tree glasses. Could they explode from heat?
Has anyone reclaimed theme candles with a waxy paint on the outside?
I tried this before and after my new candles cooled they all had tunneling around the wicks. Did you find that to be a problem?
There is so much more to candle making. A pillar wax is totally different from a container wax. There’s different waxes such as paraffin and soy. If the wax already has a fragrance you need to be careful not to overload on fragrance because it can start a fire. This information really is not correct. I’m really sorry. Even though these are not being sold, it is poor information and I hope no one has a fire from misinformation.
They claim Pumpkin Pie Spice can arouse--hmm so allspice/nutmeg/cloves does the trick? IDK I'm too old to go there now =), just saying maybe it does work.
Wrt where does the candle wax go?
Matter is converted to energy, both heat and light energy.
See e=mc^2
I put my jar candles in the freezer for a min. of 5 hrs, and the wax pops right out. I've been doing it for 30 yrs
Love you Rachel and I'm an avid follower, but candles can contain dangerous chemicals & fragrance. It would be better not to use candles that you don't know the ingredients of.
Agree, Love you Rachel, however this is unsafe on many levels. I used to make and sell candles using all natural candle safe fragrances and paraffin free waxes. Reusing old wax and/or cheap candle wax, can expose you, your grand babies and your dogs to highly carcinogenic and hormone disrupting chemicals especially if they are coloured with dyes and/or have phthalates and parabens in the fragrances. Reusing old candle containers may also be dangerous. Even if they seem intact, used vessels can be a potential fire hazard as most aren’t designed to be used more than once for candles which is why the label suggests repurposing rather than reusing, it’s a liability issue. Stay safe and check out some videos here on UA-cam by pro candle makers who explain the issues in much greater detail.
The candles that burn down to nothing are made of soy wax.
I use a candle warmer for the ones that the wick burns up & you still have scented wax, then once it's melted I pour it in another container. I'll use the warmer to enjoy the smell until it's gone, THEN I repurpose & scent the accumulated wax for new candles.