I recently bought a Yankee candle (rose scented) which was expensive but I love rose scented candles. So far, I haven’t been in rose bliss by any means.. as the candle just burns but doesn’t release much scent. I’m thinking why not try to make some homemade pretty candles instead?!!
So I tried making a soy one this morning because they are easier to make since soy wax cleans up better with just soap and water. I went and bought the materials at a near by shop and started getting my hands dirty as soon as I got home! I bought 1 oz of lemongrass oil ( I was in the mood), 1 lb of soy wax ( the flake from is easier to use I think), some wax dye to color it with and 1 cotton wick. On medium fire I melted the soy wax till completely melted. Then I added my lemongrass oil and stirred it up till totally absorbed in the wax. I added my soy wax compatible green die by simply following the instructions on the label. I positioned the wick in the center of the melted soy wax, which I poured into a recycled jar. Make sure the wick stays centered. Trim it up a bit once the wax is solid and VOILA. A homemade lemongrassy smelling soy candle. Ahhhhhh..
As I was looking for a container I could use as my candle holder, I thought of some cool recycled items you can use at home. Try to recycle the jars or items for the next time you make candles 
Here are some fun ideas to consider for your candle holders:
Vintage tea cups? lovely holders:
How about some champagne glasses? Cheers!
Just look around your home for some fun creative recyclable items you can use as your candle holders over and over and over again. Have fun!
March 5th, 2009 at 7:08 pm
Yes relly fun and fresh ideas
November 29th, 2009 at 5:11 pm
How much oil do you put in the wax? Also, did you buy the wicks with the metal disk on the bottom? This is my first time making candles.
I have a bunch of glass votive holders that I plan on making candle for Christmas presents.
Thank you.
February 26th, 2010 at 3:35 pm
Hi Kathie!
I have been away from my blog in so long.. I’m back now and I read your question! I put about 1 oz of the scented oil into the soy wax. And yes, I bought the wicks with the metal disks on the bottom. They are the best for when you go to use the same glass votive to make another candle. Easy to remove. How did you make out with yours? what scent did you use?
Monika
February 26th, 2010 at 3:36 pm
thank you!! it is so inexpensive and fun making your own candles. You should try it.