I just purchased a Macintosh Apple and I really enjoy it. It might be my new favorite.

I’m sure there has to be a type of paint specifically for glass or something.
I need it because I’m wanting to make my own center pieces for my wedding, and I need the votives for my candles to be a different color. However, I feel sure I shouldn’t use spray paint, seeing as how it’s flammable. Any suggestions?

• Two free sample scents with order!
• Soy candles burn clean!
• Soy candles last 30% longer then paraffin candles!

Product Description
You will receive 12 of our richly scented soyblend votives all in the same scent. Burn time is approximately 10-15 hours each. Please use with an appropriate candle container or plate. Color is made scent appropriate…. More >>

One Dozen Soy Votive Candles Christmas Wish Yankee Type

 

Making beautiful candles to give as gifts is very satisfying.  Creating your own unique candles gives a personal touch and is very fulfilling. If you have never tried to make your own candles you may think it would be difficult and time consuming.  In reality, it is really very easy and very enjoyable.  If this is a hobby that you are interested in trying, here are some things for you to consider. 

For the beginner the choice of candle making wax to use is very important.  There are many to choose from but lets focus on the three types of waxes that are most common.

The most common is paraffin wax.  It is your basic, plain wax and is the least expensive.  Paraffin wax is commonly used for sealing homemade jams and jellies. Although it does not do well with fragrances, due to its white color it accepts color treatments very well.  Because it is very oily it burns quickly.

Soy wax is also very common and very popular.  Although a little more expensive than paraffin wax, it is less oily and, therefore, burns much longer.  It also is great for holding scents.  It is a little more difficult to work with because when melted it is extremely liquid, which causes it to take much longer to harden.  Because of this taper or standing candles do not work well with this type of wax.

Last but not least is beeswax.  Beeswax is probably the best candle making wax for holding scents and it burns very clean.  It is also the most expensive.  However, no wax burns longer than beeswax.  

There are many different candle making waxes to choose from.  These are the three most common and probably the best choice to start out with.  It is probably best to start out with a wax that is simple to work with.  Once you learn what you are doing and get comfortable, you can venture into experimenting with other types of waxes.

??Many people don’t consider themselves very artistic. They aren’t very good at drawing or creating new things. If you are one of these people, then don’t fret. There is still something out there to express your creativity that is easy and fun. A good hobby that anyone can do is candle making crafts. Candle making is very easy and becoming very popular. Most people love candles to accent their homes. What better way to accent your home then to make your own candle? Probably the main reason why candle making is growing in crafts, is because anyone can do it. With the right kit and a little instruction, you’re ready to go. The exciting thing about candle making crafts is that they can be fun for the whole family. There are so many different types of candles that each family member can find one to suit their own personality. There are gel candles, beeswax candles, mold candles, multi colored pillar candles and many more. With some wax and a good wick you could even make a dipping candle. Being creative is very easy with the variety of candle making ideas online. There are some safety precautions to take when melting wax for candles. Using a double boiler is the best way to melt wax because it’s easier to control the heat. If?a fire does start never pour water on it,?use baking soda. ?A fire extinguisher works the best. ?Instead of throwing away excess wax, you could pour it into a milk carton and eventually created a layered candle. If you want to become a serious candle maker, you should keep a log of ingredients and amounts so that you can perfect your candle making crafts. Don’t get discouraged if something doesn’t turn out the way you hoped. Some people may like a texture or a color that you don’t.Perfecting candle making crafts can be a lot of fun. Sometimes when you experiment?then things don’t turn out the way you pictured them. There are so many different candle making techniques, that you are sure to find one that works for you if you keep trying. Whether you want to make a gel candle, a layered candle or a candle with beeswax, experimentation is your best bet. If you follow the instructions and work with a lot of different techniques then you will soon experience the excitement of creating candles that are all your own.