Recycled Candles

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Recycled Candles

 

 

 

Oyster and coconut shells are only types of containers that can be used to

hold recycled candles.

 

how to use leftover wax to make new candles.

Materials:

leftover candle (from candles that have burned down)

hammer

heat-resistant glass container (such as a measuring cup)

saucepan

chopsticks or wooden skewers

essential oil (in your choice of scent)

candle wick

small containers (oyster hells, coconut shells, seashells .fruit tins,

terra-cotta pots, small glass jars, etc.)

Steps:

 

 

 

Use a hammer to bust old candles into small pieces. Be sure to remove the

old wick, as well as any metal or other objects. Leave only the wax.

 

 

Figure A

 

Place the wax pieces into a heat-resistant glass container, then place the

glass into a saucepan to create a double boiler (figure A).

Fill the saucepan with about an inch of water and bring to medium-high heat.

When the water boils, lower heat and simmer. Stir wax with a chopstick or

wood skewer.

When the wax is melted, add essential oil.

 

 

Figure B

 

Use a skewer to hold wick in place as you pour melted wax into the container

(figure B). Allow to cool for about an hour.

Enjoy your new recycled candle.

 

--

Diana Gonzalez

 

 

 

 

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