How To Make Column Candles

Taper candles and column candles are very similar in many aspects, but a few minor differences include column-candles being a bit shorter and much wider. Also column-candles are not pointed on top like there cousin taper candles, but rather in the shape of a volcano. Column-candles have a sophisticated appearance and will surely add elegance and charm to any room they are placed in. Not to mention column-candles are easy to make.

Column-candles are a top choice by candle makers because of there ability to burn for hours and hours. This makes column-candles a good investment by saving money on supplies, and a time saver by not having to make as many. Many people claim that their column candles lasted better than 35 hours. Other selling points of column-candles is that they do not produce smoke when burning or dripping wax. The only complaints I have heard is having a difficult time finding holders to fit them. Normally all tea light candle holders should work with column-candles or the spike base type holders.

Just a few basic supplies is all that is needed to make column-candles, so of the items you will need are wicks, molds, wax, fragrances and colors. You will want to melt your wax in a double boiler as with all candle making. It is recommended that you buy high quality paraffin wax for column-candles. Beeswax just doesn't work well due to it not holding up structurally well in column-candles. When a lot of heat is applied to beeswax you will start to get a oozing effect after your first burn, and your candle will end up looking like a blob.

Make sure you put a thin coating of non-stick cooking spray on your molds before the wax is poured in. This will make sure that your candle doesn't break and comes out looking nice. After your wax has fully melted dip your wick in it a few times making sure it gets a good coat of wax on it. Trim your wick about 3 inches longer than your candle will be. A good trick that was taught to me in getting your wick positioned properly is to tie it to a pencil and set the pencil across the top of your mold. the wick will hang down straight and can be positioned perfectly in the center of your mold.

If you will be adding any colors or fragrances to your candle now is the time to add it before pouring your hot wax into the mold. After your color and scents are mixed in well pour your wax into your mold. Ensure that your wax does not start to cool before pouring or you will end up with lumps and a not so visually appealing candle. Feel free to remove your candle from the mold as soon as it has fully cooled. Lastly cut your wick within one fourth of an inch from the top of your candle.

To set your column candles apart from others try gathering some flowers and leaves and pressing them into the side of your candle crafts while holding them in place for a few seconds. You can also create a unique ice crystal look by adding crushed ice to your mold before adding in your hot wax. There are many tips to be found in creating unique candles from crafting magazine to online. Grab some new ideas and add your twist to it to give your candles a look of there own.

Column candles are a sure hit with an elegant appeal to all, not to mention a easy first project for beginners. They can be given as gifts or placed in the center of your dinner table for a elegant centerpiece. Supplies to make column candles are as close as your local crafting store or in abundance on the internet.

For the beginner wanting to get into candle making, column candles are a great starting point. Many people have turned their love of candle making into a small home business that is turning huge profits. Try out candle making for yourself, you never know where it may lead.