Mikaela demonstrated this as a 4-H presentation when she was 9, she and one of my daughters made more of these candles just a couple of weeks ago and gave one to me for my birthday. What sweeties! This would be a great project for children to give away for Christmas gifts to grandparents, music teachers, and neighbors.

The items can be purchased at craft stores.

Gift Making

How to make Soy Candles

Hi!

My name is Mikaela Yoder and I am going to show you how to make soy candles

 

Soy candles burn cleaner and are biodegradable.

Soy candles cost very little to make.� This candle costs $1.25.

Soy candles are fun to make.

 

Step1

Gather Supplies

Clean container

Glass Measuring Cup

Measuring Spoons

Mixing Spoon

Candy Thermometer

 

Soy wax chips

Wicks

Sticky tabs

Something to hold wick in place � Pencil

Scents

Colorant

 

Step 2

Measure Wax

Use 2 times the container volume

For an 8 oz jar use 2 cups

 

Step 3

Melt wax chips in Microwave

Set timer for 1 minute, continue until wax is melted

 

Step 4

Remove from Microwave

Add Colorant

Use 2 drops per 8oz of melted wax, or until you have the desired color

Wax cools to a lighter color

 

Step 5

Wait for wax to cool to 115 degrees

 

Step 6

Add Scent

Use 1 teaspoon for every 4 oz of melted wax

 

Step 7

Pour into container

Make sure wick is standing straight

 

Step 8

Allow candle to cool 24 hours

 

Step 9

Trim wick

 

Step 10

Burn and enjoy or give to a friend

 

Date: 12/05