How to make candles with your own hands. DIY candles - instructions for creating a stylish design (105 photo ideas)

I want to tell you how to make candles with your own hands at home. Although they are no longer relevant as light sources, they are excellent as decorative ornaments and original gifts. You will learn the most popular recipes that can be implemented even without artistic skills.

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Candle making recipes that are easy to implement without leaving your home:

Recipe number 1: "Wax"

Wax candles have a very simple structure:

They are created from the following materials:

Name	Appointment	Image
Wax or paraffin	Creation of the body of the manufactured product itself. To obtain such materials, you can use ordinary household candles.
Cotton thread or floss	Creation of a wick, which, in fact, will emit heat with light, slowly burning
Pot	Organization of a water bath for melting wax or paraffin
A clean metal container, in the role of which a ladle is perfect	Content of wax or paraffin during melting in a water bath
Molds made of tin, glass or plastic	Shaping hardened wax or paraffin
Wood stick or regular pencil	Fixing the wick

For the first time, I recommend taking someone as an assistant, since the melted wax will begin to set within fifteen minutes after removing it from the comfort. Due to inexperience, alone, you may not have time to complete all the necessary actions.

Now let's look at the step-by-step tasks:

	Step # 1: We tie one edge of a cotton thread or floss to the middle of a stick or pencil; Place the stick or pencil on top of the form, placing it on its edges so that the second edge of the wick goes down to the bottom of the container; So we do it with each of the prepared forms.
	Step # 2: To melt wax or paraffin wax, start with small pieces. This will greatly speed up the process; Then we collect about half a pot of water and put on a slow fire; Pour the prepared material into a ladle, after which we immerse the container in heating water; Stir the melting content until it completely transitions into a liquid homogeneous state without lumps
	Step # 3: Pour molten wax or paraffin in a small amount into the mold just enough so that the lower edge of the wick is immersed in it; If necessary, we correct the thread or floss so that the fixation occurs efficiently; We wait for the material to set for about a minute.
	Step # 4: Carefully pour in the remaining molten paraffin wax or wax; We leave the form until it sets completely.
	Step # 5: After about 24 hours, we check how well the material used to create the candle's body has solidified; Then we measure the length of the wick by eye so that it is convenient to light it; Cut off the excess; After another day, the product can be used for its intended purpose.

It is better to use forms with smooth edges or disposable, which can be simply destroyed. Then you don't have to leave ready-made candles in them.

Recipe number 2: "Colored"

A colored candle with your own hands at home is created in almost the same way as a regular wax candle, with the exception of one additional ingredient: wax crayons.

They have a very large assortment of possible colors, which opens up tremendous possibilities for transformation. appearance hand-made candles:

1. So you can make a simple one-color product by adding a piece of the pencil you like to the paraffin or wax melted in a water bath. It will also dissolve, coloring the bored yellowness in a more cheerful and interesting shade;

1. If you throw several multi-colored pieces at once into the melting mass, then you will have a rainbow candle;
2. The striped specimens are more popular. When making them, each portion of wax with a new color is poured after the previous one has completely solidified. The process, of course, is delayed, but the result looks amazing.

If, after pouring each new layer, the form is not directly placed on the table, but set at an angle, then you can get more complex ornaments than the "zebra".

Recipe number 3: "Flavored"

It is not necessary to limit yourself to adding only colored wax crayons. At home, you can also add a few drops of essential oil to the prepared solution before pouring it. In this case, your candle will still smell and even have a positive effect on the body.

Here are some examples of the effects of some of the essences:

1. Lavender and bergamot help to relax as much as possible, which is indispensable after a hard day's work;

1. Lemon and rosemary help to raise a good mood and remove negative thoughts;

1. Geranium, rose and lavender relieve stress;

Recipe number 4: "Transparent gel"

Here, in order to make a candle at home, a special candle gel is used instead of wax or paraffin.

This gives a very important visual effect - transparency, due to which adjustments are also made to the manufacturing process itself:

1. If the shape is used with concave edges, then it must be transparent. Otherwise, the whole point of the helium candle will be lost;

1. The selected form should be heated before direct pouring of the melted gel in order to exclude the formation of bubbles in the structure of the product being manufactured;
2. In the process of forming the body of the candle, decorative elements are immersed in its material, which, due to the transparency of the helium composition, freeze inside. Moreover, as decoration, anything that your imagination tells you will do. It looks amazing.

Recipe number 5: "Fruit"

Human ingenuity does not stop at the above, which I want to prove to you by demonstrating the recipe of candles using fragments of natural fruits. To work you will need the following materials:

Having collected everything you need, we proceed to the implementation tasks:

	Step # 1: Carefully cut the lemon with a sharp knife; We take out all the inner pulp from it; We carry out a similar operation with the second fruit
	Step # 2: We drown wax or paraffin in a water bath, as it was described in the instructions for creating wax candles; Add dried lavender flowers, a few drops of essential oil and food coloring to the resulting substance; Mix everything thoroughly
	Step # 3: In the center of each of the resulting lemon halves, we fix a wick; Then we fill them with the prepared mixture.
	Step # 4: We put the filled fruit bowls in a cool place; We are waiting for their complete hardening

Do not put lemon molds in the refrigerator under any circumstances, as the wax filling them may harden unevenly there.

Recipe number 6: "Coffee"

In this case, the set of materials and the process itself is similar to the same making of a classic wax candle. But coffee beans are also added to give the product a special entourage.

And this can be done in four ways:

1. It is enough just to add coffee beans to melted wax or paraffin, and you will already get an original drawing on the finished product;

1. You can also revet a ready-made candle with grains, gluing them with glue or pressing them to the material that has not yet completely solidified;

1. The simplest option is to remove the already frozen sample from the mold, place it in a large transparent container and fill the gap between the walls with coffee beans;

1. If you want to rely on aroma, and not on appearance, then add to melted wax or paraffin ground coffee... And then, in the process of burning a candle, a pleasant coffee smell will disperse around the room.

Recipe number 7: "With photos"

This is not quite a recipe for making a candle, since the entire initial process completely repeats the creation of a wax specimen. But then, when it has completely solidified, you can begin to apply a photograph to its walls. For this will need:

Image	Name
	Hardened paraffin or wax candle
	Tracing paper
	Printer paper
	Wax paper
	Scotch
	Scissors
	a printer
	Hair dryer

Procedure looks like that:

	Step # 1: We select a suitable photo; We fix the tracing paper on a sheet of paper with adhesive tape
	Step # 2: We load the combined sheets into the printer so that the copied image is printed on tracing paper; We print a photo; Separate the tracing paper and cut out the main image from it, leaving a thin white frame
	Step # 3: We wrap the candle with the printed photo; Cover it with wax paper on top; Warm up with a hairdryer until the emerging image becomes clear
	Step # 4: Remove the wax paper carefully; We receive an original product

Using homemade candles

Summing up, I want to describe in a little more detail the options for using handmade candles:

1. Creating a romantic setting... Full-fledged electric lighting, of course, handmade candles at home will not replace, but they can bring romance perfectly;
2. Decoration of the surrounding... A few bizarre decorative candles can become the main attraction of your home;

1. Interesting hobby... The making of such ancient lighting fixtures is very exciting. And if you have a commercial streak, then it can also become profitable;

1. Room aromatization... If you make a scented candle, then it will fill any room in which you install it with a pleasant, and in some cases even useful smell;

1. Gift for friends... Homemade candles can also be used as souvenirs. So stop puzzling over what to give, it's time to get to work!

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Candles are a great souvenir that can decorate a family holiday and create a romantic atmosphere. The ease of making candles with an extensive choice of materials allows you to fill in the decor at home. This article will help you understand all the intricacies of candle making.

How to make a candle - preparing materials and tools

To make candle decor, you need to prepare tools and materials. At the first stage, it is important to clearly follow all the recommendations in order to fill the candles correctly later.

• The foundation. One of the cheapest materials for candle mass is soy wax. It has a natural base that is made from soybean oil. It is easy to work with such wax and to clean molds from it.
• In addition to soy-based wax, beeswax is used, which is known for its medicinal properties... But such wax is expensive. An analogue of natural components is paraffin - cheap, but made from refinery products. Transparent candles have a gel base.
• The form. It is convenient to use as a case for candles if it will be with a glass surface. The structure of the candle is visible through it. Metal, silicone and plastic molds are also used for glowing.
• Wick. For it, a thin cord or floss is often used. Pre-saturate it with melted wax, then place it in the metal holder.
• Flavors and colorants. The dye gives the color to the wax. You can add oil paints instead. Essential oils add scent to the candle. Use your favorite oil or a mixture of both.
• Instruments. In addition to candle making materials, prepare the following tools. Scales for determining the mass of a hard base, a knife and a grater, measuring glasses and a container, a wooden spatula, a thermometer. Also use paper towels and oven mitts as the wax will be hot.

How to make a candle - work progress

• If you don't have special molds for pouring candles, then cups from an old tea set or even empty jars will do. Before use, wash the workpieces in warm water... Or dip it in boiling water.

• Wipe the mold well paper towels... The wax must be poured into a completely dry container, otherwise it may bounce off.

• To determine how much wax you need, use a little trick. Pour water into the mold to the desired level.

• Then pour the liquid into a beaker. This will give you the exact mass for making a candle.

• Weigh the water, excluding the container. Grind the wax on a grater or with a knife. Try to make the same pieces so that they melt evenly. Transfer wax equal to twice the weight of the liquid in a separate bowl.

• The wax must be melted in a water bath. Pour half of the water into a large saucepan. Put on fire. Transfer the wax mixture to a jug or other container with a handle. When the water boils, place the dishes in the pot.

• Stir the wax frequently until it is completely melted. So the mass will have a homogeneous consistency.

• If the wax looks like olive oil, then it has completely melted. Remove container from heat.

• Do not pour the hot mixture straight into the mold. Before adding other components, it is necessary to lower its temperature to 60 degrees.

• While the wax is cooling, install the wick. Fix its base with hot glue at the bottom of the mold. This way, while the wax cures, it will not move.

• It is also important to secure the wick in the center of the piece. This can be done with a piece of satin ribbon. Fold the tape in half and cut it at the fold line.

• Thread the wick through the hole in the tape. Additionally, fix its edges with tape.

• Add to the cooled wax essential oils... The optimal ratio of aroma to candle mass: 1 drop of extract per 400 g of wax.

• Stir the warm wax well. This will distribute the aroma evenly throughout the mixture. Use spices or coffee beans instead of aroma oils. You can add dyes if you like.

• Pour liquid wax into the mold using a thin stream. Try to do this slowly and avoid getting the mixture on the wick and tape. This will help to avoid the formation of bubbles during the curing of the wax.

• When the wax is completely solid, cut the wick to required size and remove the tape.

• Now you can light the candles and enjoy the cozy atmosphere in the room.

At first glance, there is nothing complicated in making candles. But there are several recommendations for pouring fragrant decor that will make the process easier and help avoid mistakes.

• To achieve an even color of the wax, do not use food coloring. They are water based.
• If you have not been able to purchase special dyes for candles, then use wax-based colored pencils. Grind them and add to warm candle mass.

Making candles at home becomes a fun experience. In addition, handmade candle decor gives comfort and warmth.

How to make a candle with multi-colored wax, watch the video:

Church candles are an important attribute of any temple worship. For believers, a burning candle symbolizes divine light, and three candles in a candlestick, which can often be seen in a church, personify the trinity of God.

The rules for making church candles state that such candles should be made exclusively from natural wax. Wax candles look very beautiful, give off a soft pleasant light and are distinguished by a noble aroma. Observing some rules and techniques, it is quite possible to make such a candle at home.

To make wax candles, you will need special casting molds, which can be purchased at specialized stores. Some craftsmen replace these forms with improvised objects with similar outlines, for example, a thin rubber hose, which are cut lengthwise before pouring, making it easier to remove the frozen candle. Before starting work, the mold must be greased with oil, or even better - with dishwashing liquid.

Melting wax is best done in a metal vessel with a narrowed "nose" - with its help you will simply pour the wax into the mold. In order to comply with safety rules, the wax should be heated in a water bath. After it has reached a temperature of 80 degrees, it can be poured into a mold. The candle wick should be taken care of before pouring. It is made from natural materials, for example, several cotton threads crowded together. The wick is placed in the mold before the wax is poured. In special forms for fixing the wick, there are holders intended for this, which, in a home-made form, can be noticed by an ordinary wooden stick, to which the wick is tied, and fixed on the top of the form. When choosing a wick, you need to take into account that its length should be slightly larger than the length of the candle, by about 5-8 mm.

As mentioned above, church candles are made mainly of wax. However, for best results, it is recommended to mix it with paraffin, the approximate proportions are 52% wax and 48% paraffin.

except traditional way making wax church candle by melting and pouring wax into a mold, such a candle can also be obtained by repeatedly wetting the wick in hot wax. For such work, you will need a special container - deep and narrow. The wick is tied to a stick and dipped in wax until the desired thickness is obtained. This method of making wax candles is very ancient, however, today it is rarely used, as it requires patience and dexterity.

To make a church candle, you can use not only wax, but also natural foundation. It is very important that it is pure yellow in color, without any contamination or dark spots, otherwise such a candle may not burn well. The sheets of foundation are twisted by preheating them, and thus a candle is obtained. A wick is placed on the sheet before twisting. It is necessary to twist the foundation under constant pressure so that all layers fit snugly against each other.

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Handmade is gaining more and more popularity. Extravagant jewelry, paintings, toys, decorative elements, gifts - this is just a small part of what passionate craftsmen and amateurs create with their own hands. Today we'll talk about how to make a candle at home.

This process does not require special skills and devices. After reading our recommendations and detailed master classes, even beginners can start this exciting process.

CREATING A CANDLE: GETTING STARTED

Making candles with your own hands is much easier than you might think. And the main advantage of such an activity is that the necessary materials are readily available. If you look well, you will even find them in your home.

MATERIALS FOR A DIY CANDLE

Wax, stearin, or paraffin wax are best for the job. Moreover, for beginners it is better to start acquaintance with the latter, it is the least whimsical to use. You can purchase paraffin wax from the store or use leftover white candles.

WICK

It is best to use natural threads as a wick, ideally thick cotton threads. Do not try to use synthetics: such a wick will quickly burn out and leave behind an unpleasant odor. To test the thread for naturalness, simply light the tip of it. If it melts, forming a hard ball at the end, then you have synthetics.

If you have conceived an unusual candle and are thinking how to make an original wick for it, then use colored floss threads. It is a great and natural material.

Remember important rule: The thicker the candle, the thicker the wick should be.

It is easy to do it yourself. To do this, prepare a solution: dissolve 1 tablespoon of salt and 2 tablespoons of boric acid in a glass of water. Soak a cotton thread or floss in it for 12 hours. Then dry them and twist them into a tourniquet or braid.

If this process seems tedious to you, carefully remove the wick from the finished household candle and use it.

CANDLE SHAPE

First of all, decide on the configuration of the desired candle, and then try to find a hollow object of the same shape. You may find it useful:

Milk and juice cartons;
... plastic cups for yoghurts and desserts;
... shells from eggs;
... silicone molds for baking;
... glass goblets, wine glasses, wine glasses and glasses;
... children's pies;
... curly forms for ice cream;
... tin and glass coffee jars;
... empty cans.

The only requirement is that the mold material must withstand heating up to 100 ° C.

One more interesting option- pour candles into beautiful transparent glasses. They will not be available, but they will look very stylish and unusual.

Sometimes scented candles are made in tangerine or orange peel. The fruit is pre-cut in half and the pulp is carefully removed. You can also use large shells or coconut shells.

DYES

A white candle is elegant but boring. Naturally, the question arises of how to paint paraffin in order to get bright interior decorations.

For lovers of candle-making, it is best and cheapest to take wax crayons for children's creativity... Looking for a special candle? Look for pearlescent crayons - your creation will be unique.

Do not try to use water-soluble gouache or watercolors - you will be in for a fiasco. The dye will inevitably settle to the bottom or flocculate. The finished product will look very unpresentable.

WARE FOR MELTING PARAFFIN

In order to melt the paraffin wax, you will need a small saucepan for the steam bath and an iron bowl. Experienced craftsmen recommend drowning paraffin in a steam bath, considering other methods, including a microwave, to be fire hazardous.

We recommend that you also use this method, proven over the years, for a start: place a bowl of paraffin in a container with boiling water. If the candle is planned to be colored, add the crayon immediately and stir the melted mass several times to obtain a uniform color.

FRAGRANCES AND DECOR

Any materials at hand are suitable for decorating candles. First, decide on the topic of your work. Pebbles and shells will effectively complement the nautical-style candles. For the New Year theme, use beads, small cones, small decorative balls, ribbons and bows. Decorate Valentine's Day candles with hearts, glitter bows, dried flowers, coffee beans, etc.

Homemade candles are best scented with essential oils, which can be purchased at your nearest pharmacy. Another option is to find vanilla cinnamon in your kitchen. It is worth adding flavors to the melted paraffin at the very end, after dyeing.

STEP-BY-STEP MASTER CLASSES

We bring to your attention a selection of available master classes that will help beginners learn basic techniques and techniques. If you already know how to create candles with your own hands, you can draw interesting ideas from them to translate into your creativity.

COFFEE CANDLE

Want to create a romantic mood? Light a coffee candle - its divine aroma will take away all worries, leaving only a good mood and serenity. It is especially pleasant in a rainy autumn or cold winter... And also this great gift for any reason and even without.

* Valentine's photo

For work you will need:
... paraffin;
... whole coffee beans;
... wick;
... two plastic cups different sizes;
... wick holder - teaspoon, wooden stick, or plastic coffee stirrer.

If you have not found paraffin wax, take household candles, you can also get a wick from them.

Use a knife to crush the paraffin into small pieces to speed up the melting process. If you used store candles, gently crush them with the blunt side of your knife to avoid damaging the wick.

Place the paraffin wax in a glass jar and dip it in a pot of warm water. Heat the water over low heat until the paraffin is completely melted in the jar - it should become transparent.

At this time, prepare the pouring mold. In the larger plastic cup, place the smaller one after filling it with water. There should be a fairly wide space between the sides of the cups. Add coffee beans up to half the height between the sides.

Pour the melted paraffin into the mold to the level of the grains, wait 10 minutes. Then pour the paraffin up to the edge of the mold and let it completely harden. This will take about an hour.

Gently pour the water out of the inner glass and remove it from the paraffin ring. Lower the wick into the workpiece so that it reaches the bottom of the glass. Tie its upper end to the holder and place it on top of the glass, centering the wick.

Pour melted paraffin in the middle of the candle. Place a few beans on top for decoration. Now, until the candle is completely solidified, you will have to wait 4-6 hours.

Carefully remove the frozen candle from the glass. Moreover, it can be cut with scissors to facilitate manipulation.

If you want the grain to be seen better, blow hot air from a hair dryer on the sides of the product. The paraffin will melt and the surface will become embossed.

An excellent aroma candle turned out, isn't it? Do you want to make her even more romantic? We invite you to create heart-shaped candles using the same technology, which will become an unforgettable gift for your significant other for Valentine's Day or for a birthday.

Watch a detailed video of creating a fragrant coffee candle and you will see that everything is even simpler than it seems at first glance.

RAINBOW CANDLES

Do you want to add bright colors to your home? Handmade interior rainbow candles will help you with this.

To make them you will need the following ingredients:
... paraffin;
... stearin;
... wick;
... cylindrical shape;
... dyes that match the colors of the rainbow.

More detailed information you will get from the detailed video tutorial. For novice craftsmen, it shows all the stages of preparing a candle mass and creating a gradient color transition.

COLORED CANDLES IN LAYERS

Spectacular multi-colored candles in a transparent glass will become the highlight of your interior. How to make them, see our master class illustrated with step-by-step photos.

Materials (edit)

Before making colored candles with your own hands, prepare:

Transparent wax;
wax pencils;
disposable paper cups;
glass cups;
wicks;
ice cream sticks;
aroma oils;
microwave oven;
grater.

Step 1. Grate regular transparent wax and fill paper cups with the resulting material. It is only necessary to fill them with this material by a quarter.

Step 2. Send the glass to the microwave for 45 seconds. Get it out. Stir the wax with a wooden stick. It should melt completely, if this has not happened, send the glass to the oven for another 30 seconds.

Step 3. Dip the wick into an empty glass cup. You can attach the other end to an ice cream stick and place it on top of the cup. This will make it easier for you to continue working. Pour some wax into a glass and wait for it to set. Thus, the wick must be fixed in the center of the cup.

Step 4. Remove the paper wrapper from the wax crayons. Grate them and add the desired color crayons in separate cups with wax. For a third of the wax glass, add shavings of one pencil to get a fairly saturated color.

Step 5. Send a glass of colored wax to the microwave for 2.5 minutes. Take it out and, while stirring, add a few drops of the chosen aromatic oil... You don't have to, but with oil your candles will exude a pleasant scent.

Step 6. While holding the wick, pour the first layer of colored wax into the glass. For an interesting pattern, tilt the cup at an angle and hold it there until the wax grabs.

Step 7. In the same way, melt the cups with wax of a different color and also, but at the opposite angle, pour them one by one into a glass cup. Fix the container in a different position each time until the wax sets.

Step 8. Having formed a multi-colored candle, let the wax cool completely.

Bright and unusual candles are ready. You can use them by direct appointment or give it to friends as souvenirs.

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Another great idea is a square multi-color candle. Wax crayons are also used to color it. If you are a beginner, be sure to check out the clear video tutorial, with its help you can easily make such a cool craft for a gift to friends and family.

OPEN CANDLES

Decorative candles may be the most varied design, because talented masters do not get tired to amaze with their imagination and creative experiments. In support of these words, we suggest that you familiarize yourself with the method of making an unusual openwork candle.

For work you will need:
... paraffin;
... optional dye and flavor;
... wick and holder for it;
... cylindrical shape;
... small ice cubes.

Melt the paraffin wax in a water bath. If the candle is supposed to be colored, color the candle mass, if you wish, you can also aromatize it.

Place the wick in the mold so that it reaches the bottom. Do not forget to attach it to the top of the makeshift holder. Fill in crushed ice, not reaching a couple of centimeters to the brim.

Pour melted candle mass into the mold. Leave the workpiece until the paraffin has cooled completely. In this case, naturally, the ice will melt, and cavities will form inside the candle.

Drain the water carefully and remove the product by pulling on the wick.

Be careful, this beauty is quite fragile and requires careful handling. Such an unusual openwork candle will be a wonderful present for your family and friends. If you use paraffin wax from old candles for work, get this beauty completely free.

You will receive visual instructions for action from detailed videos creating openwork candles. After viewing them, you can independently make such beauty at home.

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Option number 3: And if you are wondering what to give your friends for New Year then surprise them with a handmade red openwork candle. It will be an unforgettable gift and will bring a holiday feeling to your home along with a Christmas mood. Watch the work of the master and be inspired by your own masterpieces.

MASSAGE CANDLES

The main ingredient for making a massage candle is soy wax. By adding useful components to it, you can get a product that has healing properties... It is no longer a decoration, but a home cosmetic product that makes the skin soft and well-groomed.

The healing properties of essential oils:

Lemon essential oil will help rejuvenate the skin and unclog pores.
... Orange oil has an anti-cellulite effect.
... Rose oil stimulates the regeneration of skin cells and contributes to the elasticity of the skin.
... Rosemary oil can cleanse the skin of age spots and make it smooth.
... Patchouli oil does a great job of moisturizing.
... Lavender oil will delight you with its healing effect.

They also add solid vegetable oils... For example, cocoa butter is used to moisturize and tone the skin. And with its regular use, beauticians promise you smooth and delicate skin.

Exotic shea butter can save dry skin from flaking. Coconut oil, which is rich in natural antioxidants, can smooth the skin.

General algorithm for creating a massage candle:

1. melt the wax with hard oils in a water bath;
2. Let the mixture cool slightly and add liquid oils;
3.Cool the mass a little more and add essential oils, extracts and vitamins;
4. pour the resulting candle mass into the mold, having previously inserted the wick into it;
5. Wait until the candle has completely hardened and remove it from the mold;
6. The hardened candle is ready to use.

We offer you the most common recipes for effective massage candles.

Recipe number 1

Soy wax - 85%;
... avocado and shea butter (aka shea butter) - 5% each;
... essential oil of patchouli - 2.8%;
... essential oil of ylang-ylang - 2%;
... vitamin E - 0.2% (a few drops).
Light the finished candle and let it melt a little. Put it out. Put some warm wax on your hand and you can give yourself a rejuvenating massage. Do not be afraid to burn yourself - the melting temperature of such a candle is much lower than that of a paraffin one.

Recipe number 2 "Massage candle with a calming effect"

Soy wax - 80g;
... shea butter - 40g;
... almond oil - 40g;
... cocoa butter - 20g;
... essential oils of sage and lavender - 2 g each
A session of massage of such candles is best done before bedtime. The soothing effect of essential oils will help you relax and sleep soundly.

Recipe No. 3 "Massage candle with anti-cellulite effect"

Beeswax - 100g;
... cocoa butter - 60g;
... ground chili pepper - 5-10g;
... essential oils of orange and grapefruit - 3 g each
Make sure you are not allergic to any of the ingredients in the candle. After the massage, you may feel a burning or tingling sensation due to the presence of chili in the composition.

Regular massage will help get rid of the hated "orange peel", make the skin soft and elastic.

WE DECORATE CANDLES IN THE TECHNIQUE DECOUPAGE

If you don't have a dye, but want to create something bright and memorable, don't be discouraged. The simplest candle made from stubs can be turned into a work of art. To do this, you need to have a little patience and decorate the product to your liking.

CANDLE DECORATED WITH DRY FLOWERS

Dried leaves, stems and flowers will help you create an exclusive candle, which will be almost impossible to repeat. The use of natural materials is limited only by the local flora and your imagination. That's when the ability to collect herbarium will come in handy to you in full.

* photo by Lyudmila Klimova

To work you will need:
... any dried flowers;
... 2 candles - for decoration and regular;
... tea spoon;
... tweezers;
... nail scissors;
... paraffin wax for the final coating.

From the dried flowers you have available, compose the composition that you want to bring to life.

Heat a teaspoon ( inside over the fire, because the spoon will turn black a little, and in order not to stain the candle - then we will carry out all the manipulations with the other side of the spoon).

Attach a dry flower to the candle to be decorated and gently iron its petals outside spoons so that they melt into the paraffin and do not stick out. Thick stems may need to be ironed several times while heating the spoon.

Excess stems that go beyond the candle, carefully cut off with scissors.

Glue the rest of the elements in the same way, choosing the desired location for them. Make sure that the edges of the leaves and petals do not stick out.

It remains to consolidate the result. Melt the paraffin in a water bath, pour it into a container into which you can completely dip the decorated candle.

Holding the candle by the wick, immerse it in the melted paraffin wax, place it on a flat surface and let it cool. If the petals were poorly smoothed and sticking out tips are still visible, repeat this procedure again.

Such an elegant candle will win any heart and will not be left without attention. Complete it with a beautiful candlestick and it will become a unique decoration for your home.

DECOUPAGE CANDLES WITH PAPER NAPKINS

The desire to decorate a candle could come instantly, but there are no dried flowers at hand. In this case, paper napkins can be dispensed with. With their help, you can easily decorate a candle for any holiday.

Choose a napkin with the pattern you want. Cut out the desired items from the napkin. Carefully remove the bottom two layers of paper from the resulting blanks. Further, the principle of operation is similar to the decoration with dried flowers.

Place the prepared element on the candle and iron it with a hot spoon. Sand the cooled surface with the rough side of a regular kitchen sponge. It is not necessary to immerse the candle in melted paraffin with this method.

Your masterpiece is ready. Make a beautiful Christmas-style candle arrangement, spruce branches and colored balls. It will bring a good mood and a festive atmosphere to your home.

DESIGN PHOTO IDEAS

Want even more inspiration ideas. Browse our selection of decorative candles. You will definitely find one that you want to repeat immediately.

We were able to convince you that you can create unique masterpieces even from scrap materials? That is why candlelighting has become a favorite pastime for many, beginners and not only, masters.

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Now that you know what candles are made of and how, you can get to work. Do not try to use your favorite photo as a template and unconditional ideal. Get inspired by the finished artwork to create your own unique candles. A little effort and perseverance - and already your masterpieces will be a standard to follow.