Making a candle with a flower is a fun and easy way to add a personal touch to your home décor. In this blog post, we’ll show you how to make a beautiful candle with a fresh flower.
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Introduction
Making a candle with a flower is a fun and easy way to add a personal touch to any room. The best part is that you can use any type of flower you want, so feel free to get creative! All you need is a candle, some wax, and a fresh flower. Read on to learn how to make your own floral candle.
What You’ll Need
To make this type of candle, you’ll need the following materials:
-1/2 pound of beeswax
-1/4 cup of plant-based oil (coconut, olive, etc.)
-2 tablespoons of dried lavender
-1/4 teaspoon of vitamin E oil (optional)
-A double boiler or a heat-safe bowl set over a pot of simmering water
-A jar or mold for your candle
-A wick
-Scissors
Begin by melting the beeswax in yourdouble boiler or heat-safe bowl. Once melted, add in the oil and lavender and stir well. If you’re using the vitamin E oil, add it in now as well. Continue to stir gently until everything is well combined.
Next, carefully pour the wax mixture into your chosen jar or mold, being sure to leave enough room at the top for the wick. Allow the candle to cool and solidify completely before trimming the wick to 1/4 inch and lighting it.
Step One: Preparing the Flower
To prepare your flower for making a candle, start by removing any excess leaves or petals. Once your flower is trimmed, cut a small hole in the center of the bloom large enough to fit the wick. If you are using a real flower, you will also need to remove the stamen and pistil from the center of the flower. To do this, gently twist and pull them out of the center of the flower.
Step Two: Melting the Wax
Place the wax in a heat-resistant container. In a saucepan, heat water over medium heat until it reaches boiling point. Place the container with the wax in the saucepan, making sure that the water does not come up higher than the wax level. This will ensure that the wax doesn’t overheat and become too hot to touch.
Stir the wax frequently as it melts, until it becomes liquid. If you are using a block of wax, you can use a chopstick or other sharp object to break it up into smaller pieces before adding it to the pan, which will help it melt faster.
Once the wax has melted, remove it from the heat and set it aside to cool for a few minutes. You want the wax to be hot enough to melt the flower petals, but not so hot that it burns them.
Step Three: Adding the Flower
Now that the wax has melted and been poured into the jar, it’s time to add the flower. Gently place the flower into the wax, making sure that it is completely submerged. If necessary, use a toothpick or other sharp object to help push the flower down into the wax. Allow the wax to cool and harden before moving on to the next step.
Step Four: Finishing Up
Now that your wax is melted, it’s time to add the fragrance and color. For this step, you’ll need to find a responsible adult to help you out.
Pour the wax into the mold, then carefully add the fragrance and color. Stir gently until everything is mixed together, then leave the wax to cool and harden. Once it’s set, your candle is ready to use!
Tips and Tricks
If you’re looking for a fun and unique way to make a candle, why not try using a flower? This can be a great way to add a personal touch to a special gift or to make a decoration for your home. Here are some tips and tricks to help you get started.
-Start by finding a flower that you like. It should be fresh and in good condition. You can use any type of flower, but smaller ones may be easier to work with.
-Remove the stem from the flower and then carefully remove the petals. You can use a sharp knife or scissors to do this.
-Place the petals on a piece of wax paper and then gently press them down.
-Melt some wax in a double boiler or in the microwave. Be careful not to overheat it.
-Pour the melted wax over the flower petals and then allow it to cool and harden.
-If desired, you can add a wick to the candle before lighting it.
Conclusion
Now that you know how to make a candle with a flower, you can add a personal touch to any room in your house. Use different colors and scents to create a unique ambiance, or make several candles in advance as gifts for family and friends. With just a few supplies and a little bit of time, you can enjoy the beauty of flowers long after they’ve bloomed.
