1. Candle molds: In addition to metal molds, the life of the molds is much longer than that of the other molds, and the results are excellent. Any shape or size you want.
2. Candle Thermometer: You will need to determine the exact temperature of the wax.
3. Double Spit: Used to melt wax. Make sure the water doesn’t boil dry. Note: There are a few options you can use depending on the amount of wax you are going to melt. For a small amount of wax, you can use a large soup can or a large coffee can placed inside a saucepan filled with water and can easily be substituted for a double rack.
4. Kitchen scale: used to weigh the wax.
5. Mold Sealer: Used to secure the wicks and seal the wick holes in the mold.
6. Mold Release: Used to coat the inside of the mod for easy removal of the candle. Note: You can also read in other how-to guides that you can use vegetable oil as a substitute; however, in my experience, vegetable oil dulls the outside of the candle and makes it look not-so-pretty. It’s a bit too messy too.
7. Pencils or skewer sticks – used to hold the wick in place while creating the candle.
8. Metal spoon: used to mix dyes and essences in wax. Be sure to clean any old wax off your spoon before starting a new project.
9. Metal Pour Container – Used for holding and pouring wax. It can also be used as a double grill.
10. Wicks or primed wicks: (whichever is easiest for you, wicks that are not yet primed you will have to prime yourself). which you choose will be determined by the diameter of the sail being made. Do some research on wicks before you buy for optimal results when burning candles.
11. Candle Dye Chips/Liquid Dye/Dye Blocks – Any of these work well for achieving color. If you choose Candle Chips, they are already in small form, add 2 chips at a time, dissolve in melted wax before adding more for desired color. Liquid Dye is the easiest to work with and provides the greatest depth of color, however be sure to read the manufacturer’s instructions to achieve your desired color. Dye Blocks also work well, in my experience it’s best to shave or cut the blocks into small chips for best blending results. Again, when using any of these items, please read the manufacturer’s instructions for best results and achieving the color you desire.
12. Waxed Paper – Use to cover and protect your work surface.
13. Wax: For this project we will be using low melting point paraffin wax. Be sure to pay attention to the melting point of the wax before buying. High melting point wax (hard wax for taper candles, etc.) vs. Low melting point wax (soft abutment wax) has different effects on the finished product. You want to be sure you choose the right one for your project. Or it will be fine when making pillar candles, again, for this project we will be using a low melting point paraffin wax.
14. Hammer and Screwdriver – Used to break the wax into smaller pieces for easy measuring.
15. Candle scents: used to scent melted wax. Liquid usually has a better result than Scent Blocks. I would stay with
