Every one loves scented candles, and the scents that fill your home are to die for. But buying scented candles can be expensive, especially when you aim for high quality candles that don’t die out or fade out of scent easily. When you think about what it would take to make scented candles, you might think that it is a complicated process that you can’t do on your own.

It might sound like a very complex process but it’s not. It is actually quite simple. You can learn how to make scented candles that are beautiful and full of fragrance.

All the supplies you need are readily available and very inexpensive. Once you learn how to make scented candles you will find that it is a lot of fun. Making them yourself creates a feeling of satisfaction and accomplishment. Plus you will save a lot of money because high quality scented candles in the store are not cheap!

When you begin, you need to make sure that you have the best mold for your candles, and that you’ve found a mold that you want for your candles. Pillar molds or more basic shapes are good to start with, so you aren’t starting with something too complicated.

Start by choosing a good mold for your candles. It is best to start out with something simple. Pillar molds or just your basic shapes work well.

Get out your wax and melting pot. A double boiler is ideal for melting the wax because the wax doesn’t directly touch the heat source. The wax will get very hot so be careful. You don’t want to burn your fingers!

Once the wax has melted you add the fragrance. Be sure not to use too much as it can cause the candle to not burn properly. You can experiment with this but usually just a drop will be enough.

Finally, you pour it into the mold and let it cool. Now you have created your own scented candle! It is possible to learn how to make scented candles! Keep making more and experiment with different waxes, scents and colors. You will be pumping out beautiful, homemade scented candles in no time!

Our author Patrick McTigue is a long time student of candle making . For more great tips and information on candle making, visit http://www.candlemakingsuccessplan.com.

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