How to Make Dried Flower Candles (Safely!)
Learn how you can safely add and enjoy botanicals to your DIY candles.
Cost $25
Equipment
Supplies
- soy wax
- beeswax can also combine with soy wax above
- candle wick
- candle tins or glass jars
- botanicals dried flowers and herbs such as rosemary, lavender buds, and calendula.
Instructions
- Measure out the amount of wax you need, depending on the size and amount of containers you'll be using.
- Melt the waxes in a double boiler. If you choose to add essential oils, add them at the very end after the wax has slightly cooled.
- Meanwhile, secure the candle wick to the bottom of your container. You can do this with glue dots or a hot glue gun. Make sure the wick is held upright in place with clothespins or by being wrapped around chopsticks.
- Pour the wax into your containers. You can also use a ladle.
- Sprinkle in the dried flowers and/or herbs. Make sure to keep them at least 1/2" away from where the wick is.
- Let harden, light, and enjoy with supervision!