Recipe By : Key Gourmet CD Rom
Serving Size : 4 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Crafts
Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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Commercial wicks
- string can be used or
- wicks from old candles
Beeswax
Paraffin
Old candles -- melted down
Old crayon for color
Scents and wax colors can be
- purchased at
Molds - or containers
Beeswax can be cut with a knife if the knife is warmed first. Wrap
desired amount around wicks to form long tapers or cone shaped
candles.
To melt the paraffin you'll need a double boiler and be real careful
about how hot you get it as it is volatile. Old candles can be melted
down in the same manner and crayon pieces added for desired color.
Yogurt or butter tubs will make good molds for your candles or pour
melted wax over crushed ice in a square milk carton and add glitter -
wow! Or you can dip the wicks repeatedly into melted wax in double
boiler and let harden between dippings for tapers.
