Beeswax candles are especially intriguing because they are made from 100% beeswax, no synthetic additives.
Beeswax candles give off a lovely aroma without having to add fragrance.
The aroma is from the honey and pollen that the bees harvested and made.
If you have ever seen beeswax candles you will notice subtle variations in color due to the differences of the honey comb that the beeswax was made from.
As the bees collect the pollen some of it is deposited in the honeycomb.
Because the only source for beeswax is active bee hives, beeswax is more expensive compared to paraffin wax, which is made from refined petroleum products.
Are you ready to get started making beeswax candles? It is not as difficult as it seems once I break it down for you.
Rolled pillar candles are created from sheet of wax rolled around the wick.
The sheets come in different patterns; the most popular is a honeycomb pattern.
Generally you won't find a solid pillar candle made from beeswax because of the volume of wax required and the price per pound.
A 22 ounce pillar candle will be pretty pricy.
Beeswax can be easily cast in a variety of candle molds.
It is very well suited for hand dipping and creating tapper candles.
The hardest part is deciding on the kind of candle to make, after that the rest is pretty easy.
When I started making candles I did not have anyone teaching and guiding me.
I researched and read a lot of articles and guides on the Internet.
The problem is that I kept finding contradicting information or articles that left crucial steps out.
My first pillar candle was a total disaster.
The instructions that I was following left out the critical piece of information, use mold releasing agent before pouring the candle.
I poured the candle.
Let it cool down completely.
Tried to remove it from the mold and it was stuck! The wax had adhered to the mold walls.
It wasn't going to budge.
Not a little bit.
I ended up using my father-in-law's oxy-acetylene torch to melt the wax out of the aluminum mold.
I was ready to quit the hobby and throw everything away.
What is the point of trying this hobby is too difficult to master.
No, it isn't not when you have all of the information in the right order.
I finally decided to invest in a small, easy to read and follow eBook on candle making.
After immediately downloading the book I was able to finally begin making charming perfectly shaped candles made from beeswax and other waxes.
It all made sense.
All of the missing steps where explained in easy to understand English! It was like a light bulb went on in my head.
I have been giving them away as presents for birthday's and holidays.
I have even gotten special requests to make a candles for special events.
I am having so much fun with this hobby that my friends call me the candle making pro.
I still feel a little weird being called a pro, since they are so easy to make once you have the right information at hand.