How to Make Soy Candles with Wooden Wicks Candles with Wooden Wicks

Here is a basic outline of how to make soy candles with wooden wicks:

Materials:

Soy wax flakes
Wooden wicks
Fragrance oil
Candle dye (optional)
Candle jar/container
Candle thermometer
Double boiler or a heat-safe pouring pitcher and pot
Stirring utensil
Hot glue gun (optional)

Instructions:
• Prepare your candle jar/container by cleaning it and ensuring it is dry. If you wish, you can also use a hot glue gun to secure the wooden wick to the bottom of the jar.

•Melt the soy wax flakes in a double boiler or in a heat-safe pouring pitcher placed inside a pot with a small amount of water. Heat the wax to around 170-180 degrees Fahrenheit, or until it is fully melted.

•Add your desired amount of fragrance oil to the melted wax and stir gently. You can also add candle dye if you wish to color your candle.

•Allow the wax to cool slightly, to around 160-170 degrees Fahrenheit, before pouring it into the prepared candle jar. Make sure to center the wooden wick in the jar and hold it in place until the wax sets.

•Allow the candle to cool and set completely, which can take several hours.

•Trim the wooden wick to around 1/4 inch before lighting your candle.

•Enjoy your homemade soy candle with a wooden wick!

Note: It's important to use caution when melting wax and handling hot wax, as it can cause burns. Always melt wax in a well-ventilated area and keep an eye on it at all times.