Christmas DIY: Scented Soy Candles
Looking for inspiration to make a handmade Christmas gift? Whip-up these pretty, scented soy candles in an afternoon
Do you appreciate a handmade gift over a regular store-bought item? I know I do! It takes time, energy and thought to tailor a gift to a recipient’s personality. A unique handmade gift equals love, to me anyway. And the perfect handmade gift, for yourself and others, are these scented soy candles.
Soy wax is a perfect carrier for essential oils. For a sweet scent, add rose, lavender, vanilla or jasmine; for a citrus scent, add lemon, mandarin or orange; for a masculine scent, add sandalwood, cinnamon, cedar wood or bergamot, and for Christmas fill with spices and all of your favourite festive smells. Go to any health food outlet to sniff out your favourite and have fun experimenting!
Collect little pots, ramekins, egg cups, souffle moulds or vintage tea cups found at thrift shops to house the wax (as long as they are heat resistant). I personally love the tea cups. Different sizes and shapes clustered together compliment each other as a centrepiece.
It’s easy to colour your wax, too. Only use a little colouring as it’s very strong, especially if you’re drawn to pastel shades.
You will need:
• Soy wax flakes, wicks and dyes, available here or any art and craft supplies shop
• Essential oils
• Pots, cups or dishes to house the wax
• Double boiler (or a bowl on top of a pan)
• Soy wax flakes, wicks and dyes, available here or any art and craft supplies shop
• Essential oils
• Pots, cups or dishes to house the wax
• Double boiler (or a bowl on top of a pan)
STEP 1
Place the wax flakes in a double boiler (preferably with a spout), and melt over low heat. Add colouring if desired. Note the colour may change when set. Add drops of your favourite essential oil or oil mix.
STEP 2
Place the wick (attached to a little plate) at the base of the container and pour in melted wax. Leave to congeal for about 10 minutes. Trim wick.
Place the wax flakes in a double boiler (preferably with a spout), and melt over low heat. Add colouring if desired. Note the colour may change when set. Add drops of your favourite essential oil or oil mix.
STEP 2
Place the wick (attached to a little plate) at the base of the container and pour in melted wax. Leave to congeal for about 10 minutes. Trim wick.
Use your candles around the home. Even unlit they smell and look beautiful.
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