It turned out perfect and it was so easy to just peel off once the wax set. I used a combo of leftover palm and soy wax. It’s a great way to recycle those tubes too.

Supplies needed for toilet paper roll pillar candle:

* Tin Foil, Tape, Wax, Pretabbed Wick, Toilet paper tube, newspaper or wax paper (to catch spills).

Wrap the tin foil around the bottom first and then use the duck tape to secure it firmly on all sides. Other tape would probably work but I like duck tape.

Insert a pretabbed medium wick, heat your wax and pour. Straighten out the wick if necessary and/or use a small stick or dowel to hold it in place.

Very fun and easy so I’m collecting more. That won’t be hard with this gang.

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It’s one of the most detailed and informative books I have read on candle making.  He’s a well known candle maker and has been at it since 1971.

The only drawback to the book is that it doesn’t have much information on vegetable waxes. You can find out more about him and read some of his free updated articles at One Stop Candle.

To make the sand candle you can either press your hand or an object into the wet sand to make a shape for the mold.

For this one I just pressed the bottom of a large vase into the wet sand. I wanted a wide one and had some extra wax to use.

For sand candles you need to heat the wax a little hotter than usual before you pour it. I used two wicks so it would burn better. It was easy straightening out the wicks since they had paper cores and tabs to hold them down.

I added the seashells around the edge after pouring the wax and it was ready to come out in about four hours. Before pouring I added a coconut scent since I thought it would match with a seashell/beach theme.  Next time I would like to make a more interesting shape but it was fun.

If you want to see it in action, check out David Constable’s video demonstration on how to make a sand candle.

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They also have aromatherapy soy candles scented with lavender essential oil. The scent of lavender is very calming so it’s often used for anxiety and insomnia.

Lavender is used for various skin problems and is a natural insect repellent. I tried mixing several drops of lavender with almond oil and it did work because the mosquitoes didn’t touch me. That blend would also work for massage oil.

I love the smell of lavender and often use it in candles just to have that familiar comforting scent in the air. Gabriel’s Garden Lavender also sells their lavender essential oil if you want to try it for your own creations.

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Paper cups are good and yogurt containers also make a cute shaped mold. I made a beautiful huge candle out of one of my kid’s old slushy cups.

If you’re into grubby candles you can use muffin tins, miniature loaf pans or cake pans and then cake them after and/or decorate them with whipped wax.

For containers, baby food jars are perfect for tea lights or votives. They can be decorated with paint, decoupage and rub on transfers. Broken tiles or fake jewels with grout also make a beautiful mosaic candle holder.

Mason jars are perfect for container candles and so are sturdy old jam jars. Tea cups that you don’t use anymore but can’t bear to throw out also make pretty containers. It’s a great way to use old cups and they still look charming even if they have a chip out of them out on the patio.

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Want to make your own Easter egg candle with molds? One Stop Candle has a few different Easter egg molds and so does Spirit Crafts, and Candle Rock.

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Check out their free stuff too with instructions on candle making projects, chocolate making, soap making and incense.

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These candles are all made with all natural oil ingredients so are vegan friendly and good for your skin. Soybean oil, coconut oil, hemp oil, and avocado oil are combined with delicious scents such as Carribean Rose Passion, Indian Spice Passion and Origins Passion.

A passion candle would make a fun holiday gift for your partner and one you could enjoy too!

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BeeSkep shares how they make their molds on the Smooth-On site which sells all the latest mold making products. They explain how they use plastic tubing cut in half to create their molds.

Chef Rubber’s Beginners Guide to Mold Making for the Confectionery Artist is also very good and could be used for candles. To make your own grubby candle mold you could use an actual grubby candle, although it would probably be a good idea to seal it first.

There’s a great project page on how to make an electric grubby candle from Bitter Creek. They don’t actually make a grubby mold here but cake the candle after using a regular mold. The example shown has a Xmas tree opening using a pine tree cookie cutter. Bitter Creek also sells tons of great candle supplies.

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For a unique beach wedding, check out their “beaches” tin pail candle with authentic shells. They feature a pretty scallop-conch-starfish design on the outside with shells embedded in the wax. They’re finished off with a lovely organza ribbon.

Another charming beach themed wedding candle is their “seaside” beach candles. The set features a realistic looking starfish, conch shell and scallop shell.

If you’re looking for a more elegant traditional look, try their long stem rose candle in a showcase cylinder box with a ribbon. They come in red, white and pink but I find red to be most romantic. They would look pretty greeting guests at each place setting.

A whimsical candle that would make a great Vegas wedding favor is their “lucky in love” four suits candle set in an adorable display box.

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There’s Classic which is the category I fall into. Classics prefer timeless sorts of things and like surroundings with leather, wood, marble and antiques.

Modern style reflects more of a modern urban look and are more apt to be on the cutting edge of the latest styles and fashions. They prefer a more sophisticated environment with clean lines.

A Relaxed LightStyle suits those who prefer cozy country furniture and earthy neutral color tones. They prefer to keep things simple, peaceful and unhurried.

The Romantic LightStyle combines victorian furnishings with flowers, lace and antiques.

Spirited LightStyle is very vibrant, colorful and emotional. They mix funky ethnic decor from all over the world creating a lively earthy feel.

If you have equal amounts of several you’re called eclectic.

Each style has individual colors, fragrances and decorating ideas such as inventive table settings that help reflect your style.

More can be seen on the Root LightStyle website and candle selections can be found at Root Candles.

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