@@gregengel1616 You are missing something . A candle remains largely solid. The solid wax and small pool of liquid wax conducts the heat away from the wick and prevent runaway combustion. Only the vapourising wax in the wick can support combustion. A pan full of liquid wax is only slightly different from a pan full of Jet A1 fuel (Kerosene) - they are both paraffins . If a drop of that liquid wax splashes on the hot stove top ,you have a major problem!
IT IS BETTER TO MELT WAX IN A CAN SITTING IN BOILING WATER...WAX MELTS AT ABOUT 132 F IF I RECALL, BUT BURNS AND IS BETTER MELTED WITH INDIRECT HEAT. ALSO BEST NOT TO USE EATING PANS TO MELT WAX IN.... SOME RESIDUE MAY REMAIN AFTER TRYING TO CLEAN IT OUT. THE WICK DESIGNED TO BURN A 1/2 INCH DIAMETER CANDLE MAY NOT BE Adequate for a 2 - 3 inch diameter candle. better to use bulk wax / parafin and wicks designed for the size you use. rather tahn melting already made candles, save them for burning.
I see 2 major problems: The fresh orange is going to start rotting in no time, you need to use dried orange slices. Most importantly, once the wick goes down to were it crosses the cinnamon stick, the cinnamon stick will catch fire and likely cause the glass to break resulting in leaking wax and a potential fire.
I was burning a homemade candle that I had gotten at a baby shower. The glass busted. Thank goodness I was in the room when it busted. If I ever make my own, I’ll be making sure it’s rated for candles.
I would add: Do not use "any kind of glass, make sure it will resist the temperature". Also, "do not use cinnamon sticks for safety purpose, just add it in powder when pouring the melted wax". Happy New Year to all!
Used to work in a candle factory for 10 yrs. People, save yourself the risk. BUY the candle don't try to make it yourself. 1. You've no idea the flashpoint of the wax (both melting on stove & it melting in the glass) 2. You have to make certain the glass you're putting it in is able to handle the heat produced. 3. Objects like the cinnamon stick & even the fruit slices can burn because the wick is NOT stable within the wax. It's just too easy to buy inexpensive candles. Don't risk the fire. smh
We use store bought potpourri. Put em in a tea kettle with water. Boil and the steam it creates make the the house smell like its the holidays! The home smells fantastic !
Good points to consider in the comments.....ensure glass container is heat proof,don't let wick near the cinnamon stick or it'll set fire to it,use dried fruits as fresh will deteriorate,melt wax slowly and always be present,essential oil can be vanilla essence. Think ill try this recipe out
Me too. I would most likely get the candle out of the glass easily, by just setting it in hot water for a minute. Probably also use it up in one sitting bc it would smell so nicely.
Wow 😲 it's amazing, thank you for sharing this information. Really when you don't know we spend a lot of money 💰 for simple things like these. Am going to try this definitely. Thank you so much. And it's the first time I top up on this channel. Am watching from Trinidad 🇹🇹 wow 😲😲. God bless you richly 🙏😘 take care you are amazing 💐🌹
@@janicejames3005 Exactly we know, how to cut cost, the jam bottles are a very good idea, just use what you have, it is not for sale. The idea waa free, some people just want to ask silly questions and talk.
I bought one of these candles a few years ago. The cinnamon bark set fire. Luckily we were able to put it out before it caused too much damage. Please be careful out there
Instead of wax you can use Apple juice and it makes the house smell wonderful and you can drink it. Just let it simmer on the stove. I make giant pot fills around the holidays and everyone loves it.
You can reserve the pan for the same use again later and or many other uses depending on what the mind comes up with. A thrift store pan works great for crafting with no worrying about wrecking a good pan. :)
First, use a can from soup or veggies. Oil the can before adding wax and ingredients. Use a metal washer to hold wick to bottom. Fill with wax. After it set, cut bottom lid off and push candle out of can. You have a free standing pillar candle.
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I WOULD USE SMALL MASON JARS FOR THIS, BUT ESSENTIALLY, THIS IS A GREAT IDEA, NOT SURE I'D USE THE CITRUS FRUIT AS I DON'T SEE HOW IT WOULD GIVE OFF ANY SCENT. MORE CLOVES AND CINNAMON STICKS, AND OF COURSE THE ESSENTIAL OILS. GREAT IDEA. THANKS
I am watching from Warri, Nigeria. I suppose the first job of the fresh fruit is to preserve the the bottle after which d fragrance. I think a very low heat will do very well.
I am a hobbiest candle maker too and I want to know why every one of the utube candle videos starts with perfectly good or brand-new candles being melted down to make different candles? It is almost always cheaper to buy the bulk wax for a small project at the grocery store or better, at the hobby shop, where you can get all of the supplies you might need. I do want to join in and continue the caution to only melt wax in a double boiler, safety is a must.
You are doing this all wrong. Once your wax gets melted then you add your essential oils and you stir It up. and you don't want to place your cinnamon stick right next to your wick because there's a danger it could catch fire. You're basically teaching people how to burn down their house.
I lived in a home lit by candles and Aladdin lamps as a child. My mother would put candlesticks into a pan of boiling water to get melted and hardened stubs out of the holder. She let the pan go cold and the waste wax could be lifted free of the surface and was good for lighting the fire in twists of newspaper.
After doing a little research, I found that you must use tempered glass or metal, or something that can withstand heat. I'm having trouble finding clear glasses that have tempered glass. Does anyone know where I can find them?
Try thrift stores for the glass jars. Some sell partial burnt candles cheaply. Heat the glass jar wax candle in a pan of boiling water or double boiler. 1" of water and replace as needed should work depending on the pan and jar size and adjust accordingly. If in fear of a fire - putting the candle in a pan or other non-flammable catch basin will normally catch any parts that escape should the glass break during use or the cinnamon stick burn and drop. Doesn't mean you might not have smoke damage. Just have to be careful where placed. The stove top is a good place where you can keep an eye on it. Many house fires have been by candles. Best of luck!
I'm not very crafty, but I'm always wanting to try this kind of thing. Of course, I wasn't prepared for the controversy in the comments. Y'all are too funny 🤣.
Life Hack To add the oil without spillage/waste, place a toothpick across the opening; the drops will run down the toothpick and not over the glass thread.
it is true, I once had a regular candle in an Avon glass cat candle holder blow up! I heard sputtering noises, but was half asleep. In just a few seconds my daughter woke me screaming and I looked up to see a wall of flames running down my antique dresser....
Would you know & show how to make a "Pine-scented" candle? I am purchasing an artificial Christmas tree, but I would love for my home to smell of pine while my tree is up. Thank you! 🤗
So the question is what is the flashpoint of this wax? How do you know the flashpoint of a given candles wax (You can't BTW). You do this without a thermometer, so how do you know if you reached the flashpoint of this wax and it combusts all at once in a huge flame? Melting wax is not a "life hack" and should never be trifled with because loss of life and home can be the result without knowing the science. Just a warning for all of those thinking of trying this. It's equivalent to playing with kerosene in a pan in your kitchen. That's not meant as a joke.
