Column and Taper candles have a kinship of many aspects although a slight discrepancy in appearance. Column candles are shorter in stature, and normally a bit wider, and the tops of them are not pointed like tapers, but rather volcano shaped. Column candles have a distinct appearance but have a ageless look. A special charm will always infuse a room that is decorated with a column candle, and the great thing is that they are easy to make.
One of the charm points of column candles is that they will burn for hours upon end, which will save the hobbyist money on supplies and time spent making them. I have heard some people claiming their column candles lasted 35 hours plus. Also the allure of column candles is that they do not smoke when burning and produce no wax drippings. You will hear no complaints about column candles, although some people might find it hard to find holders for them to fit in. Column candles should fit your normal tea light holders, or the spiked type bases.
Just a few basic supplies is all that is needed to make column candles, so of the items you will need are wicks, molds, wax, fragrances and colors. You will want to melt your wax in a double boiler as with all candle making. It is recommended that you buy high quality paraffin wax for column candles. Beeswax just doesn't work well due to it not holding up structurally well in column candles. When a lot of heat is applied to beeswax you will start to get a oozing effect after your first burn, and your candle will end up looking like a blob.
Before using your molds make sure you coat them with a thin coating of non stick spray, this will prevent your candle from sticking and possibly breaking when removing it from your mold. Once you get your wax melted in your double boiler take your wick and dip it in the wax a few times letting it dry slightly between drips, you want to make sure it gets a good coating. You will want your wick a few inches longer than your mold. A good trick to get your wick perfectly centered in your candle is to tie it to a pencil and set the pencil horizontally across your mold letting the wick hang down perfectly into the center of your mold.
If you will be adding any colors or fragrances to your candle now is the time to add it before pouring your hot wax into the mold. After your color and scents are mixed in well pour your wax into your mold. Ensure that your wax does not start to cool before pouring or you will end up with lumps and a not so visually appealing candle. Feel free to remove your candle from the mold as soon as it has fully cooled. Lastly cut your wick within one fourth of an inch from the top of your candle.
To make your column candles unique try collecting some flowers and leaves and pressing them into the sides of your column candle holding them in place for a few seconds. Try making an ice crystal look by adding crushed ice to your mold before pouring in your hot wax. You will find a load of ideas and information in craft books and online. Take some ideas and add your own special touch to give your candles a unique look of there own.
Column candles will create a sophisticated atmosphere as decorations in your home, and are a great first project for candle making beginners. Column candles make great Christmas gifts, or as a showcase to a dinner table as a centerpiece. Candle making supplies can be found at most crafting stores or easily online.
Column candles are a great place to start out in the world of candle making. For the enthusiast your hobby can easily be changed to a home business. Step off into the world of candle making, it could be your next obsession and open up doors you never knew were there.
One of the charm points of column candles is that they will burn for hours upon end, which will save the hobbyist money on supplies and time spent making them. I have heard some people claiming their column candles lasted 35 hours plus. Also the allure of column candles is that they do not smoke when burning and produce no wax drippings. You will hear no complaints about column candles, although some people might find it hard to find holders for them to fit in. Column candles should fit your normal tea light holders, or the spiked type bases.
Just a few basic supplies is all that is needed to make column candles, so of the items you will need are wicks, molds, wax, fragrances and colors. You will want to melt your wax in a double boiler as with all candle making. It is recommended that you buy high quality paraffin wax for column candles. Beeswax just doesn't work well due to it not holding up structurally well in column candles. When a lot of heat is applied to beeswax you will start to get a oozing effect after your first burn, and your candle will end up looking like a blob.
Before using your molds make sure you coat them with a thin coating of non stick spray, this will prevent your candle from sticking and possibly breaking when removing it from your mold. Once you get your wax melted in your double boiler take your wick and dip it in the wax a few times letting it dry slightly between drips, you want to make sure it gets a good coating. You will want your wick a few inches longer than your mold. A good trick to get your wick perfectly centered in your candle is to tie it to a pencil and set the pencil horizontally across your mold letting the wick hang down perfectly into the center of your mold.
If you will be adding any colors or fragrances to your candle now is the time to add it before pouring your hot wax into the mold. After your color and scents are mixed in well pour your wax into your mold. Ensure that your wax does not start to cool before pouring or you will end up with lumps and a not so visually appealing candle. Feel free to remove your candle from the mold as soon as it has fully cooled. Lastly cut your wick within one fourth of an inch from the top of your candle.
To make your column candles unique try collecting some flowers and leaves and pressing them into the sides of your column candle holding them in place for a few seconds. Try making an ice crystal look by adding crushed ice to your mold before pouring in your hot wax. You will find a load of ideas and information in craft books and online. Take some ideas and add your own special touch to give your candles a unique look of there own.
Column candles will create a sophisticated atmosphere as decorations in your home, and are a great first project for candle making beginners. Column candles make great Christmas gifts, or as a showcase to a dinner table as a centerpiece. Candle making supplies can be found at most crafting stores or easily online.
Column candles are a great place to start out in the world of candle making. For the enthusiast your hobby can easily be changed to a home business. Step off into the world of candle making, it could be your next obsession and open up doors you never knew were there.
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Lorry Brooks has written an excellent guide on Making Candles at Home at Home. You can get this guide free of charge at her website Making Candles at Home. Step into the fascinating world of candle making today.
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