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Making Scented Candles That Relieve Stress, Provide Tranquility And Impress
Have you ever bought an expensive scented candle only to be disappointed because the scent didn't last once you took the wrapping off? Making scented candles will take care of that problem. You can choose a brand of scent that won't evaporate!
In order to start you will need paraffin wax and a metal pan to melt the wax in and to pour from. It is important to have a candy thermometer on hand so the wax doesn't get too hot and catch fire. Besides these things you will need a wick, a mold, coloring and liquid scent.
Candles can be just about any shape you can imagine. The simplest form to begin with is the pillar mold. This is a rectangular mold with a flat top and bottom. It is also one of the easiest kind of candles to use because of its broad, firm base.
The easiest place to melt the wax is on a small hot plate. You won't have to worry about the liquid wax spilling onto your stove top. It is very easy to burn yourself when you try to wipe it up and once it dries, it will be impossible to remove it from whatever material you used.
A normal sized pillar candle will use approximately one pound of paraffin wax. Watch the candy thermometer closely, and don't allow the wax to go over 300 degrees.
Once the wax is melted, add the coloring and the scent a little at a time until it is just what you want. Stir until the color is uniform throughout the wax.
Insert the wick in the hole at the bottom of the mold. Tie it to a small stick or wooden spoon. Slowly pour the wax into the mold.
As the wax cools, it may sink in the center of the mold. If it does, add more wax. Remove the candle from the mold once it is completely dry and hard. Cut the wick so that it is one half inch long. You will be proud of the final result.
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