How can I make DIY scented candles?
What would I need to make several homemade scented candles that appear and smell like they came from a specialty shop.
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Hi Kim, here's a lovely video that will show you how to make homemade candles - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4fbd3ybYLmg
How to Make Your Own Scented Candles on the Cheap
https://www.diynetwork.com/how-to/make-and-decorate/crafts/make-your-own-scented-candles-on-the-cheap
How To Make Soy Candles That Look And Smell Amazing
https://www.savvyhomemade.com/how-to-make-soy-candles/
Hi ! You will be able to find everything you need at craft stores like Michael's or hobby lobby ! You can make your own for a fraction of the cost !!! Especially when using the stores 40% coupons !!!
Here's some lovely ideas for scented candles from other Hometalkers
https://www.hometalk.com/search/all?filter=scented%20candles
Hi Kim - There are several methods to use. Here are a few different scents and candles to check out. Hope this helps! Hugs, Holly
https://pinkfortitude.com/?s=candle
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Here's a video that might help - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Tgkxo6GginA
I got a candle-making kit on Amazon for the basic tools, plus some wax pellets, and then used essential oils. It worked pretty well.
Another idea is to find a good candle making site, they'll sell kits or individual supplies you may not find as easily at a craft store: https://www.candlemaking.com
Some soy wax paraffin wax an essential oils works wonders lasts as long as shop bought ones..
Hi Kim, here is a video that should hopefully give you some ideas and instruction,
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4fbd3ybYLmg
This is a good article on DIY candles. https://www.artofmanliness.com/articles/diy-chandlery-how-to-make-your-own-candles/
try something like this and use a variety of essential oils or synthetic scents. https://livingwellmom.com/diy-christmas-candles/