Hey everyone it's Charlotte. Today on Makers Moments we'll be showing you
everything you need to make a luxury candle. You wouldn't bake a chocolate
cake without the right ingredients, right? Well making a candle is the same! Here
are all of the makers must-haves you will need to make a gorgeous luxury
candle. We'll provide links to all of these products and their descriptions
below so no need to search for these in the middle of the video. Wax - look for a
wax that's known for having an excellent hot and cold throw and be easy to work
with. We love virgin coconut soy, coco
apricot crème and beeswax coco crème from The Wooden Wick Co. (NOW makesy) Vessels - we
recommend using vessels with unique shapes, colors, and textures to make your
candles really stand out in the marketplace. You can find vessels in a
number of colors, shapes and sizes that suit your candle-making needs. The Wooden
Wick Co. (NOW makesy) sells a variety of luxury vessels of all numerous shapes and sizes.
You can also reuse a favorite vessel after you've cleaned it out from the
remaining wax and wick - just ensure whatever vessel you use is heat
resistant and won't crack. Safety first! And make sure to check the ounce fill.
to figure out how much wax you will need for each. Candle fragrance - finding the
right fragrance is a crucial part of your candle creation. Look for fragrances
that have complex fragrance notes to avoid smelling cheap.
We love the luxury fragrances from the Wooden Wick Co. (NOW makesy) We discuss how to properly
evaluate your fragrance in another video. Wicks - choose between cotton or wooden
wicks. we are the Wooden Wick Co. (NOW makesy) so we definitely recommend using wooden wicks
for their ease of use, unique aesthetic crackling ambiance, and amplified
fragrance throw. Make sure to burn test before purchasing a large number of
wicks. We've discussed how to properly choose the right wick for your wax and
vessel in a previous video so make sure to check that one out before you get
started making Wick clips - wick clips are a necessary part of your candle
making process using wooden wicks. Wick clips will hold your wicks up right in
the right place ensuring they're straight every single time. Wick
stickers - wick stickers are recommended for use with wooden wicks or cotton
wicks to keep them properly in their place.
Pouring pitchers - there are both small and large pitchers on the market. First
consider how many candles you plan to pour at once and purchase to your
necessary wax requirements. Double boiler - you definitely want to use a stovetop to
melt your wax, or you can use a hot plate. However, we recommend using a double
boiler as it keeps the mess low and the temperature easy to regulate. Kitchen
thermometer - this is necessary for measuring the temperature of your wax
before pouring. Make sure to mix and pour your wax at the appropriate temperature
for your wax type. Wick trimmers - we recommend trimming your wooden wicks to
0.02 inches, or 5 millimeters. Use your wick trimmers for a clean cut. Heat gun -
heat guns are great for getting silky smooth tops on your candles. They aren't
a hundred percent necessary but they're great to have around in case you
experience issues with glass adhesion or sink holes. Safety labels - safety labels
are an important aspect of the selling process. The safety label helps educate
consumers on best practices for burning candles. If you're using wooden wicks
you will need to include the patent marking link somewhere on your packaging.
The Wooden Wick Co. (NOW makesy) sells pre-made warning labels that include this patent
marking so you don't have to. Packaging - last but not least, don't forget the
finishing touches. The Wooden Wick Co. (NOW makesy) offers luxury packaging that is chic,
eco-friendly, and foldable for easy storage.
Ready to put your newfound knowledge into practice?
New to candle making? Leave us a question in the comments below. Don't forget to
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trends. See you next time in the Maker's Marketplace. Happy making!