Making candles and soaps at home doesn't call for an arsenal of expensive supplies. Here's a list of essentials candle-making materials you'll need to create your own tapers, pillars and votives:
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Double boiler: You can improvise by placing a smaller pot on a trivet inside a larger pot.
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Mold: You can buy fancy metal molds at your local craft store, or you can use household items, such as metal cans or yogurt cups.
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Mold sealer: You can use this item to seal your wick hole so that no wax leaks out.
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Releasing agent: Spray on your mold a releasing agent, such as vegetable oil, before you add your wax, and your candle will be easier to remove.
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Thermometer: You need to melt your wax to 190º F, and this tool helps ensure that you reach the correct temperature.
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Wax: You have many options to choose from, but the most common waxes are paraffin, beeswax, and gel.
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Wick: Buy them preprimed and pretabbed, and you won’t need to take any extra steps.
