What good is a candle if you don’t have the candle making equipment to make it? Candle making can be quite easy as long as you plan ahead, get organized and of course, have everything you need in place. So get ready and get your notebook out and write down everything that you need to get while you’re at the craft store. You might even look around online and print out a list!

Some of the things you can use, you’ll  probably be able to find at home, which would be very convenient! Other things you’ll have to hunt for either online or offline. You may want to borrow some candle molds from others or even create some of your own to be truly unique! If you’re resourceful, you may even be able to substitute some items to save money and time. With the popularity of candle making, many craft stores carry starter kits that have the essentials needed for basic candle making.

As your candle making skills improve and you start to get more ambitious, then you’ll be able to upgrade your candle making equipment. After all, your candles will be so popular with family and friends that you’ll have to make more of them and may even consider selling them. Nevertheless, get your notebook out because you’ll need to start writing down these essentials:

Basics

melting pot stir sticks candle mold candle mold sealer mold cleaner digital scale thermometer wax/gel remover bottle mold release spray candle gloss coat wick pin wax scraper wick clip mini white scoops wick trimmers wax!!! (soy, paraffin, beeswax, etc.)

Extra

Additives Dye Fragrance glue dots Base leveler – straightening out crooked candles Warning labels for proper burning

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