Floating candles can create an enchanted atmosphere, for example in a wedding, evening party or seasonal event, especially by floating in a glass container surrounded by flower petals. Preparing floating candles at home is simple and gives you the opportunity to perfume them as you wish, read the tutorial to find out more.
Steps
Step 1. Bring the water to a boil in a water bath
Step 2. Pour the paraffin into the container placed on the boiling water
Melt the paraffin.
Step 3. Add the essential oils and mix with a wooden spoon to incorporate them into the paraffin
Step 4. Arrange the molds on a flat surface
Slowly and carefully pour the melted paraffin into the molds. It is important to pour it slowly to prevent the formation of air bubbles.
Step 5. Set the candles aside to partially solidify
When they have reached a higher density, but are still not solid, insert the wick in the center of each candle.
Step 6. Let the candles solidify completely
Remove them from the molds, they are now ready to float and decorate your environment.
Step 7. Finished
Advice
- In order to float, a candle must have the shape of a V, that is, have a smaller lower part than the upper one.
- You can use candle containers as molds, be creative and remember that the shape of your candle will have to allow it to float.
- The doses in this guide will allow you to create about a dozen floating candles, based on the size of your molds.
- Always be very careful when handling hot wax and candles.
