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The Basic Supplies for Making Container Candles
Required:
- Wax melting kit.
An inexpensive double boiler setup that prevents the wax from reaching dangerously high temperatures. Also includes a thermometer and stir sticks. - 127°F - 130°F melt point paraffin wax.
A low melt point wax is recommended for making container candles. - Wick.
The wick you choose depends on the diameter of your container and your wax formula. Our wick page has guidelines for selecting the proper wick. Waxed wick is recommended. - Containers
Use your own, or choose from our selection of inexpensive glass containers. - Wick clips/tabs
These metal discs hold the wick upright during the last few hours of burning.
Recommended:
- Wick holder bar.
For holding the wick straight inside the container. - Glue dots.
For sticking the wick clip/tab to the bottom of the container. - Additives.
Most popular for containers are Vybar 260, micro wax 175, and stearic powder (regular or vegetable). Our additives page explains what they do and recommends how much to use. No additives are necessary if using the 127°F melt point wax. - Dye.
Dozens of colors to choose from! Be sure to select a dye instead of a pigment for solid color throughout the candle, as pigments can clog the wick. - Scent.
Everyone's favorite candle ingredient! Recommended usage is 1/4 - 1 ounce of scent per pound of wax.
Average start up cost:
- Approximately $80, plus shipping cost.
- Estimate includes all Required and Recommended items above, with 10-11 lbs. paraffin wax, and multiple 2 oz. scents and dyes.
- Makes about sixteen 10 oz. candles.
Also consider:
- Warning labels.
Provide instructions on how to burn candles properly. Gives your candles a finished, professional look.
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