The perfect candle for the cold winter months!  The Cafe Mocha Candle looks exactly like a cafe mocha and smells like one, too.  The tantalizing scent and true to life look of this candle have fooled many.  It looks so good, you’ll want to drink it!

Materials:

• NatureWax C-3 Soy Wax
• 2526 Paraffin Wax
• Mocha Cream Fragrance Oil
• Brown Candle Dye Block
• Candle Wick
• Candle Dot
• Wick Holder
• Glass Mug
• Fork

Directions:

1. Adhere a Candle Dot in the center of the Glass Mug.
2. Take a Candle Wick that is suited for your sized Mug and strongly push the Wick onto the Candle Dot.  (To find a wick that is right for your mug:  measure the diameter of the widest part of your container, look at our Wick Chart, and under the Natural Wax Suggested Applications column find the diameter of your container.  This will give you some wick suggestions that will work well.)
3. Place the Wick through the Wick Holder’s hole and center the Wick in the Mug.
4. Take enough C-3 Wax to fill the mug and melt the wax using your preferred method.  (One pound of soy wax by weight will equal approximately 18 ounces of liquid wax when melted.  If you have a 15 ounce mug, one pound of wax by weight would suffice.)
5. Completely melt the Soy Wax and get it to a temperature of 160-180 degrees F.
6. Stir in some Brown Dye until the desired shade is reached.  Remember you can always add more, you cannot take away.  Our example only used a few shavings to achieve the color we wanted.
7. Thoroughly mix in the Mocha Cream Fragrance Oil.  We recommend using 1.5 ounces of fragrance oil per pound of wax.
8. Allow the temperature of the Wax to lower to 150-160 degrees F.
9. Slowly pour the Soy Wax into the Mug.  Fill the Wax to within one inch of the top of the Mug.
10. Gently tap the sides of the Mug to release any air pockets.
11. Allow the candle to cool.
12. After the candle has fully cooled, take the Wick Holder off of the Wick.
13. Melt enough 2526 Wax to fill the top of the Mug.  (One pound of paraffin wax by weight will equal approximately 20 ounces of liquid wax when melted.  If you have a 15 ounce mug, 5 ounces of paraffin by weight would probably work.)
14. Completely melt the Paraffin Wax and get it to a temperature of approximately 180-190 degrees F.
15. Stir in a tad of Mocha Cream FO.  (If you have a 15 ounces mug, 1/2 ounce would work well.)
16. Allow the Paraffin Wax to cool down.  Note–You have to work fast during this step.  When the Wax starts thickening, take the Fork and begin whipping the Wax.  Once the Wax is whipped up, take the Fork and plop the Paraffin Wax into the Mug.  Being sure to push the Wax against the sides of the Mug and all around the Wick.  How much “whipped topping” you add to the top is purely personal preference.
17. Let the wax finish cooling completely and you have a scrumptious Cafe Mocha Candle!

Bring the glorious look of wispy snow into your home this winter.  The swirls of white give the impression that the snow is wafting down the candle.  Each candle turns out differently and is as unique as a snowflake!

Materials:

• 352575 Candle Mold
• 1 pound EcoSoya PB140 Soy Wax
• 16 inches #30 Ply Flat Braid Wicking
• 1.6 ounces Christmas Tree Fragrance Oil
• 10 drops Green Liquid Candle Dye
• Clamp or Binder Clip
• Small Stick
• Wick Rod
• Scissors
• Mold Sealer

Directions:

1. Wick the Mold by following the instructions in our How To Wick a Metal Candle Mold blog.
2. After the Mold is wicked, melt the PB140 Wax in a double boiler.
3. Completely melt the Wax and get it to a temperature of about 145-155 degrees F.
4. Pour the Wax into the Mold.
5. Wait 3 minutes.
6. If the Wax has hardened at the top, cut that wax off and dump it along with the rest of the liquid wax back into the double boiler.
7. Reheat the Wax to a temperature of about 160-180 degrees F.
8. Completely mix in the Candle Dye.
9. Stir in the Fragrance Oil until it is thoroughly dispersed.
10. Allow the temperature of the Wax to lower to approximately 145-155 degrees F.
11. Carefully pour the Wax into the Mold.
12. Gently tap the sides of the Mold to release any air pockets.
13. Allow the candle to cool.  NOTE–If a well is forming by the wick: poke holes near the wick and fill the holes with the leftover wax to form a flat bottom for the candle.  (Remember that the top of the mold will be the bottom of the candle.)  Be careful not to overfill the well.
14. Once the candle has fully cooled, undo the Clamp and remove the Wick Rod.
15. Flip  the Mold over and remove the Small Stick and the Mold Sealer.
16. Carefully pull the Wicking at the open end of the Mold and release the candle.
17. At the bottom of the candle, use the Scissors to trim the Wicking flush with the Wax.
18. At the top of the candle, use the Scissors to trim the Wicking to 1/4 inch.
19. Allow the candle to sit for at least 24 hours before burning.

If you have candle stubs left over from votives, pillars, or tapers and aren’t sure what to do with them, try these nifty winter ideas to reuse the leftover wax.

• Coat the edge of a shovel or ice scraper with the wax.  The snow and ice will slide right off and not build up.
• After sealing and addressing your holiday cards, add a vintage touch by dripping candle wax over the tip of the envelope flap.  It adds some festive charm and helps keep the envelope sealed.
• Melt a candle stub and drizzle the wax liberally over a piece of kindling or a pine cone.  Allow the wax to fully dry.  When needed, place the wax covered wood into the fireplace and use as a fire starter.
• Create your own waterproof shipping label by lightly rubbing the end of a pale-colored candle nub over your package’s address label (dark colored waxes may dye the label).  It will help prevent snow and moisture from making the ink on the label bleed.

Bring the fresh look of the winter into your home with this beautiful hurricane candle design.  Echoing a wintry forest in the mountains, the glowing candle setup is sure to brighten up your day!

Materials:

• Double Glass Hurricane Bowl  /OR/ 2 Glass Cylinder Containers (one smaller than the other)
• Fake Snow
• Sprigs of Cedar
• Votive or Pillar Candle

Directions:

1. If using the Double Glass Hurricane Bowl skip to Step 2. If using the 2 Glass Cylinder Containers, place the smaller container inside of the larger one.
2. Sprinkle the Fake Snow between the two glass walls.
3. Add some Sprigs of Cedar.  The amount you add is up to you:  you can add as little or as many as you want…large sprigs…small sprigs…it’s all up to your decorating style.
4. Place a Votive Candle or Pillar Candle into the inner cylinder.
5. Light the Candle and admire the wintry glow!

An elegant and natural way to decorate the table.  This Natural Candle Centerpiece is wonderful for lighting up the dinner table and is created out of natural materials!

Materials:

• Brass Plate
• Soy Candles scented with Essential Oils
• Mixed Nuts

Directions:

1. Arrange the Candles on the Plate.
2. Scatter the Mixed Nuts all around the Candles.
3. Place the decoration in the center of the dining table for an awe-inspiring natural site.

New Years Eve is right around the corner and what better way to brighten up the festivities than with a Glittering Lights Candle.  The bold color, tantalizing scent, and shimmery glitter make this candle a must for ringing in the new year!

Materials:

• 1.5 pounds  EcoSoya PB140 Soy Wax
• 12 inches  #3 Square Braid Wicking
• 113065 Round Pillar Candle Mold
• 2.25 ounces  Merry Mocha Macchiata Fragrance Oil
• 30 drops  Red Liquid Candle Dye
• Gold Shimmer Glitter
• Adhesive Spray
• Clamp or Binder Clip
• Small Stick
• Wick Rod
• Scissors
• Mold Sealer

Directions:

1. Wick the Mold by following the instructions in our How to Wick a Metal Candle Mold blog.
2. After the Mold is wicked, melt 1.5 pounds of PB140 Wax in a double boiler.
3. Completely melt and Wax and get it to a temperature of approximately 160-180 degrees F.
4. Thoroughly mix in the Candle Dye.
5. Stir in 2.25 ounces of Fragrance Oil until it is thoroughly dispersed.
6. Allow the temperature of the wax to lower to approximately 145-155 degrees F.
7. Carefully pour the Wax into the Mold.
8. Gently tap the sides of the mold to release any air pockets.
9. Allow the candle to cool.  NOTE–If a well is forming by the wick: poke holes near the wick and fill the holes with the leftover wax to form a flat bottom for the candle.  (Remember that the top of the mold will be the bottom of the candle.)  Be careful not to overfill the well.
10. Once the candle has fully cooled, undo the Clamp and remove the Wick Rod.
11. Flip the Mold over and remove the Small Stick and Mold Sealer.
12. Carefully pull the Wicking at the open end of the Mold and release the candle.
13. At the bottom of the candle, use the Scissors to trim the Wicking flush with the wax.
14. At the top of the candle, use the Scissors to trim the Wicking to 1/4 inch.
15. Use the Adhesive Spray and spray a small area of the outside of the candle (NOTE–do not get the adhesive spray on the top of the candle or on the wick.)
16. Take a pinch of Shimmer Glitter and carefully sprinkle it over where the adhesive was sprayed.
17. Repeat step 16 until the entire outside of the candle has been sprinkled with Shimmer Glitter.
18. Allow the candle to sit for 24 hours.
19. Light the wick and enjoy the sparkling brilliance of the Glittering Lights Candle!

NOTE–the sides of the candle may be sticky for a time, be careful not to touch the sides.  This does not affect the burning of the candle.

Add some fragrance and color to your home this Christmas. This is a lovely festive reed diffuser decoration for the holiday season.

Materials:

• Clear Drop Diffuser Bottle
• 10   12″ Natural Diffuser Reeds
• Enhanced Reed Diffuser Oil Base
• Fragrance Oil (our example used Holiday Memories)
• Tiny Colored Light Bulbs

Directions:

1. In a sterile container, mix 2.4 ounces Diffuser Base with 1.6 ounces Fragrance Oil.
2. Place the Tiny Light Bulbs in the Drop Diffuser Bottle.
3. Slowly pour the Scented Diffuser Base into the Bottle.
4. Organize the Diffuser Reeds in the Bottle.
5. Enjoy the wonderful scent of the season!

Creative Ideas:

• Use as few or as many light bulbs as you would like.
• Create your own holiday fragrance by mixing different fragrance oils together, for example:  Winter Wonderland = 1 part Peppermint to 1 part Pine Forest.
• The reed diffuser oil can sometimes eat the color off of items, be sure to use tiny light bulbs that are colorfast.  If you already have tiny light bulbs and want to see if they will work, do a test by placing one bulb in a small amount of fragrance/diffuser base and let it sit for several days.  If the color stays, those bulbs might work nicely.
• Tie some ribbon in a bow around the neck of the bottle for extra Christmas color.

Here is a naturally beautiful candle holder to decorate your Thanksgiving table with.  Your dinner guests will be delighted at how creative you were!

Materials:

• Baby Pumpkin
• Taper Candle
• Sharp Knife
• Spoon
• Pen

Directions:

1. Break off the stem of the Baby Pumpkin as best you can.
2. Center the Taper Candle over the top of the Pumpkin.
3. Use the Pen to trace the outline of the Taper Candle onto the Pumpkin.
4. Take the Knife and very carefully cut along the circle you just drew.
5. Once the the circumference has been cut, use the spoon to gently dig out the top of the Pumpkin.  (For our example, it was actually easier to push the top of the pumpkin inside, instead of trying to dig it out.)
6. Scoop out any unwanted seeds or pumpkin gook.
7. Take the Taper Candle and push it into the hole in the Pumpkin until the base of the Taper is hidden inside the Pumpkin.
8. Light the Candle and enjoy the festive glow!

The Pumpkin Taper Candle Holder pairs quite well with our Baby Pumpkin Tealight to make a wonderful centerpiece!

Do you have candle stubs left over from the votives, pillars, and tapers you’ve burned?  Instead of throwing them out, try these 2 ideas to reuse the leftover wax.

• If you have a nub of wax leftover from a scented candle, place the stub in your closet.  The scented wax will act as a sachet to freshen up the closet with a wonderful aroma.
• If you have drawers and doors that stick, use a candle stub to solve the problem.  Rub the wax along the moving parts of the drawer (be careful with getting dyed wax on wood, over time the dye could color the wood) and it will slickly slide back and forth.  For a door, carefully take the hinge pins out one at a time.  Rub the nub of the candle all over the pins and place them back in the door.  No more sticky hinges.

Here is an adorable way to bring the festive glow of the season into your home!

Materials:

• Baby Pumpkin
• Aluminum Tealight Candle
• Sharp Knife
• Spoon
• Pen

Directions:

1. Break off the stem of the Baby Pumpkin as best you can.
2. Center the Tealight over the top of the Pumpkin.
3. Use the Pen to trace the outline of the Tealight onto the Pumpkin.
4. Take the Knife and very carefully cut along the circle you just drew.
5. Once the the circumference has been cut, use the spoon to gently dig out the top of the Pumpkin.
6. Scoop out any unwanted seeds or pumpkin gook.
7. Take the Tealight Candle and push it into the hole in the Pumpkin until the top of the Tealight Container is flush with the Pumpkin.
8. Light the Candle and enjoy the orange glow!