How To Make Gel Candles – Floating Ornaments That Dazzle

Candles are loved by all, although lately, gel candles are getting the most attention. One reason is the ability to get creative and artistic. You can easily personalize them…thereby adding your own personal touch when giving them as a present. One other reason is they last longer than paraffin or wax candles since they burn at a slower rate.

When buying the wax to make gel candles remember that gel wax comes in three densities -high, medium and low. If you want an exceptionally fragrant candle, buy the higher density gel as the oil will embrace the fragrance better than the medium or low density wax. This means that the candle will have a stronger scent.

A non-stick multi-cooker should be used for melting wax when making gel candles instead of a double boiler, skillet or saucepan. Reason being that gel wax is thicker than other waxes and the multi-cooker will speed up the melting process.

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For stirring the gel wax, be sure not to use anything that is made of wood. Use a hard plastic or metal stirrer to minimize bubbles in the gel wax.

Since the gel is quite thick, pouring it in the mold can be a challenge…slowly does it. In addition, molding time will be longer due the consistency of the gel wax.

One great advantage of a gel candle is the thickness of the gel since it will allow you to “suspend” or “float” different objects in the candle. You can also change the color of your gel candles and get creative by using rich liquid dyes. Liquid dyes keep your gel wax translucent. It only takes a few drops, so be careful when adding it to your wax. You don’t want to use too much and mess up your candle.

Do not use clothing dye, childrens crayons, soap dyes or food coloring. These are not made for candles and will cause them to burn incorrectly!

These techniques will allow you to make gel candles fast while having lots of fun!

Why not learn how to make beeswax candles next?