Basic DIY Candle

Step 1

Supplies: glass jar with lid, creme wax, candle dye squares, digital thermometer, waxed wicks and tabs, stir stick, candle fragrance, pour pitcher

Step 2

Secure waxed wick and tab into base of jar using a bit of melted wax.

Step 3

Melt creme wax on stovetop using pour pitcher and saucepan as double boiler. Add candle dye squares when wax reaches 185° F. Remove from heat and let cool to 135° F, then add fragrance. Slowly pour wax into jar, making sure wick stays upright.

Step 4

Let wax cool and cure overnight, then trim wick to ¼” from wax line.

Step 5

Embellish as desired.