How to Make Soy Pillar Candles

Candles make great gifts and add a special touch and fragrance to any room. Making candles is not difficult, and the rewards are endless. Make candles as gifts for friends and family members, or start your own candle business by making and selling candles at craft shows.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Tall aluminum stockpot
• Soy wax kit
• Metal ladle
• Pillar form
• Glass thermometer
• Fragrance
• Dye
• Wick

1. Assemble all the items necessary for this project before beginning. Make sure to have everything within easy reach so you do not have to walk away from the wax once it starts melting.

2. Prepare your pillar form. Cut a length of wick that is 3 inches longer than the form. Secure one end of the wick with a wick holder and center it at the bottom of the pillar form. Tie the other end of the wick to a skewer. Lay the skewer across the top of the pillar form. Center the top end of the wick. Set aside.

3. Put the soy wax into a pan. Turn on the burner to medium heat. Melt the wax slowly and allow it to heat up to 135 degrees. Add fragrance and dye if desired. Stir carefully to combine. Remove the wax from the heat.

4. Pour the wax into the pillar form. Rearrange the wick if necessary. Allow the wax to cool completely.

5. Follow the package directions to remove the candle from the pillar mold. Allow the candle to cure for at least 24 hours before burning.

Tips & Warnings

• Experiment with fragrances and dyes. It might take a little practice to get the color and the aroma just right. Line your work surface with newspaper to protect it from wax and dye.
• Never walk away from wax on the stove. It can boil over in a short time and cause a fire. Don't use gas stoves when working with wax. The flames can cause a fire that is difficult to extinguish. Be patient when allowing soy wax to cool. Depending on the size of your pillar candle, it might take several hours to set.

Resources

• How to Make Soy Candles
• How to Make Soy Candles