How to Make Cinnamon Scented Soy Wax Candles at Home

We make cinnamon scented candles at home for a hobby.Here are a few ideas on how to make a cinnamon scented candle with soy wax.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Soy wax and candle making supplies

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   cinnamon scented soy wax candles

   The first step is you need a clean work area like the kitchen table , cover it to keep any soy wax that drips from getting on the table. You will need 2 pans one larger then the other to melt the candle wax in. You will need a thermometer a blow dryer or heat gun. You need to pick what type of jar to pour the soy wax in. You will also need a bottle of cinnamon scent for candles and a soy candle wick. All these item can be purchased at you local hobby store. If you want to color the wax you can buy the dye also.

2. Pick a nice jar or container and place a small drop of glue on the bottom of the soy wick a number 4 or 5 will be good and press it on the bottom of the jar. You can use a clothes pin to hold the wick in place when you pour the soy wax. Make sure to heat the jar or container with the heat gun before you pour the candle wax.

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   Candle making supplies,tools

   Fill the larger pan with about 1/3 water and bring it just under a boiling temperature. Place the smaller pan in the water and add your soy wax.
   As the soy wax melts make sure to check the temperature with the thermometer. When the candle wax is ready to pour it should be around 160 degrees. Carefully mix in the cinnamon candle sent to the hot soy wax stirring it in completely. You need about 1 to 2 tablespoon of scent ,this is plenty, your nose will become deaden to the scent so don't worry if you can't smell it.

4. The finale step is to pour the wax into the container with the clothes pin across the top to hold the wick in place. After the soy wax has cooled for about 1/2 hour take the heat gun and carefully reheat the top of the wax. This will make the top of the scented candle turn out smooth. Cut the wick about 1/2 inch from the top of the candle. Let it cool for about 24 hours before you enjoy your cinnamon scented candles.

Tips & Warnings

• Remember the wax is very hot and can burn you so please be careful.

[carolstinson]

on 7/12/2009 Great Article!! I love candles and Cinnamon is my favorite. I just feel that the scented oil at the craft store does not have a long lasting scent. Any Suggestions?

[Merriment]

on 7/12/2009 I have had a high interest in making my own soy candles. I will hold on to this as I gather my ingredients and begin my projects. Thank you for the information!

[magnadea]

on 7/12/2009 There isn't anything much better than the aroma of cinnamon. Thanks for the great instructions for making Cinnamon Scented Soy Wax Candles. 5*