The Art of Making Candles with Dried Flowers

When it comes to crafting, candle-making is a sphere that allows you to express your creativity like no other. Deceptively simple yet excitingly versatile, you can create pieces of art with simple things as wax, wicks and in our case today – dried flowers.

Begin with gathering the essentials – wax (soy or beeswax), candle wicks, a double boiler for melting your wax, a thermometer, and last but not the least, dried flowers. You can either choose to dry out fresh flowers yourself or buy pre-dried ones from any crafts store. If you want your candles to have a pleasant scent, keep some essential oils handy.

Kickstart the process by melting the wax using the double boiler. It’s vital to keep an eye on the temperature through a thermometer to ensure the wax doesn’t overheat – maintain it somewhere between 160 to 170 degrees Fahrenheit. While your wax melts away to a liquid state, you can prepare your mould or container. Centralize your wicks and fix them to the bottom.

Now, pause for a moment and let the hot wax cool just a little before you head on to the next step – adding the dried flowers. If you’re using essential oils, this would be the right time to add a few drops to the wax. Stir gently, ensuring it’s all well-blended.

Your containers are now ready to meet the wax. Arrange your dried flowers around the sides in a pattern pleasing to your eye – a pair of tweezers could come in handy here. Then pour out the wax gently into the container, ensuring not to disturb the pattern you so painstakingly created.

Once the wax is poured, give your candle ample time and the right conditions to solidify completely. It’s crucial not to move the container during the process. Once it’s solid and ready, you can trim away the wick to a suitable length.

And there it is – a beautiful, one-of-a-kind floral candle, adding beauty and warmth to any room! It also works as a thoughtful handcrafted gift for your loved ones. Enjoy the process of creating and owning unique candles that speak volumes about your taste. Happy Crafting!