How to Make Cookie Scented Candles
Freshly baked chocolate chip cookies fill your home with a delicious smell. It is possible to get that same wonderful smell all year long. You can even share the freshly baked cookie scent with your friends and family. Make cookie scented candles for your own home or for your friends and family. Try this recipe for chocolate chip cookie scented candles.
Things You'll Need
- Medium saucepan
- Double boiler or large tin can
- Water
- One pound container wax
- Sharp knife (optional)
- Metal spoon
- Candy thermometer
- Pot holders
- Fudge brownie fragrance oils
- Freshly baked pie crust fragrance oils
- Measuring spoons with ounces
- Hot glue gun and glue sticks
- Wicks
- Two 10 oz. glass containers
- Scissors
- Food coloring (optional)
Instructions
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Place wax in double boiler or large tin can. Place all of the wax into the container at once. You can add the wax to the double boiler or tin can whole. If you want it to melt faster, cut it into small pieces. The block of wax will be hard so use a sharp knife if you decide to cut it.
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Fill saucepan halfway with water. Place on the stovetop and heat on low.
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Place the double boiler into the water. Use a pot holder to hold the double boiler. Stir the wax constantly as it melts to help the wax melt evenly. Do not leave the wax unattended.
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Heat the wax to 170 degrees. Use the candy thermometer to monitor the temperature.
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Heat up your hot glue gun and insert one glue stick.
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Place one drop of glue on the end of each wick and place one wick into the bottom of each glass container. Hold the wicks with your thumb and forefinger so they dry straight. When the glue is dry, set the containers on a sturdy work surface.
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Check the temperature of the wax. If it has reached 170 degrees, remove it from the heat using a pot holder. Place the containers on your work surface. Add 1 oz. of the fudge brownie oil and 2 oz. of the freshly baked pie crust oil using your measuring spoons. This will give you a six percent concentration of fragrance. Stir to mix throughout. Increase the concentration until you reach the desired scent. It may take a few tries to achieve a scent you like.
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Pour the wax equally into the containers. Hold the pot with a pot holder. Pour slowly to prevent spilling. The wicks might move slightly, so adjust them when you are done pouring.
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Let the wax harden.
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Trim the wicks. They should be at least 1/2-inch above the surface of the wax.
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Tips & Warnings
If you want to add color to your candle, add one drop at a time and stir well. Add the dye after you add the oil.
Be careful pouring the wax. Make sure you use a stable work surface to prevent spills.
References
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