How To Make Hand Candles

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How to make hand candles. You can use several colors on each candle giving it a unique color scheme. Step 1 Melt the beeswax. Place the wax in the double broiler or if you are using a coffee can place the can into the water.

To make sure that the wicks stay centred in the fingers I knotted them together and wrapped the loose end around a pencil to anchor them see image below. Choose a hand shape before dipping and keep your hand. Once you get the hang of it the process is quite simple.

Stir it thoroughly each time. To make it easier and safer to hold the glove open while pouring hot wax into it I used some wire to fashion a loop. After two one-minute sessions in the microwave cut the time down to 30 seconds.

I slipped the loop around the opening and used some clamps to hold it on. Ad Shabbat Candlesticks Fantastic Creations 30 off. This is the most hi.

Using the double boiler method heat on medium to low heat with gentle simmer at most. Begin by cutting up your wax in small pieces so it will melt quicker. For those who have the basics down cold consider experimenting with the art of making hand dipped candles.

About Press Copyright Contact us Creators Advertise Developers Terms Privacy Policy Safety How YouTube works Test new features Press Copyright Contact us Creators. Dont use high heat it may cause the wax to catch on fire. A soy wax such as Ecosoya PB may also be used for dipping tapers.