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Learn To Make Gel Candles – Floating Ornaments That Glitter
By Vic Hurlstorm | July 3, 2010
Although candles are loved by one and all, it is gel candles that are becoming all the rage. One explanation is the possibility of designing them creatively and artistically. You can personalize them without difficulty…thereby adding your own personal touch when giving them as a present. Another reason is they burn at a slower rate and last longer than paraffin or wax candles.
If you are off to buy wax to make gel candles bear in mind that gel wax is available in three densities -high, medium and low. High density wax is the best choice for exceptionally fragrant candles since it is able to embrace the fragrance better than medium or low density wax. This means that the candle will have a stronger scent.
Use a non-stick mult-cooker instead of a double boiler, skillet or sauce pan when melting wax to make gel candles. Reason being that gel wax is thicker than other waxes and the multi-cooker will speed up the melting process.
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When stirring the gel wax, do not use anything made of wood. Use a hard plastic or metal stirrer to minimize bubbles in the gel wax.
Due to the substantial nature of the gel, pouring it into a mold can be a challenge…be patient as you pour. In addition, due to the consistency of the gel wax, molding time will increase.
A splendid advantage of gel candles is the gel’s thickness because it allows you to “suspend” or “float” different types of objects in the candle. You can also get creative and change the color of your gel candles by using bright, rich liquid dyes. With liquid dyes the transparency of the gel wax is retained. A few drops is all that you need, so be careful when adding it to your wax. Using too much will 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 to your create gel candles effeciently while having a lot of fun!
Why not learn how to make beeswax candles next?
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