How to Create a Mold for Candles

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Save heavy cardboard type containers.

   Useful types of cardboard include a Pringles can, Chinese take-out containers, or waxed milk cartons.
   
   Make sure that the cardboard is coated with wax in some way... regular cardboard will absorb the melted wax and become a fire hazard, not to mention a mess.
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   Step 2: Wipe the inside of the container with a damp paper towel to remove any food residue.

   , You can use a little scotch tape to do this.
   
   Also a good way to attach the wick is to melt a space for it when the candle is done and put the wick in. ,,, Reserve a little wax for topping up, as the wax shrinks into the center as it cools. ,, When the candle is cool, peel the container away. ,
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   Step 3: Attach your wick to the center of the inside of the container.

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   Step 4: Lay a pencil (or similar object) across the top of the container and tape your wick to it

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   Step 5: so that the wick is centered in the container.

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   Step 6: Pour a little bit of melted wax in the container and wait a few seconds to make sure the container isn't going to leak.

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   Step 7: Pour the wax into the container almost to the top.

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   Step 8: Wait several hours or overnight for the wax to cool and harden.

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   Step 9: Let the candle cool.

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    Step 10: Finished.

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