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On my list of things to try in my little urban homestead, was candlemaking. It was easy as 1,2,3.
1. Melt wax in a double boiler to about 170 degrees
2. Place wick in mold (I used a pencil to prop it up in the melted wax)
3. Pour wax into mold or container and let cool
That's it! Instead of waiting until I have my own beehive and learning how to harvest the wax, I bought some beeswax online at www.bulkapothocary.com (1 lb for about $9). They also sell wicks (100 for $6) and tons of other homesteading supplies for soapmaking and natural body care. I picked up some cute little tart tins at a yard sale for $2 to use as molds/candleholders. To melt the wax, you need to do so in a double boiler. I opted to purchase a candlemaking pitcher and a wax thermometer but you really don't need anything special. You just need a pot of some kind that has a pour spout and one that you can devote to only candlemaking. (The wax will stick to the pot.) I do recommend a candlemaking thermometer to monitor the temperature of the wax.
Making homemade candles was so easy and fun, that my daughter and I will make lots more to give away at Christmas time. (Oops! There goes the surprise!)
