If you’ve ever wanted to make your home smell amazing and create personalized gifts, DIY Homemade Candles are the perfect project. Making candles at home is not only cost-effective, but also relaxing and endlessly customizable. Whether you’re into cozy scents, vibrant colors, or minimalist designs, this beginner-friendly DIY project tutorial will walk you through the entire process.
Tools & Materials You’ll Need
All Natural Soy Candle Wax (1 lb)
This clean-burning soy wax is eco-friendly, long-lasting, and perfect for both beginners and seasoned candle makers. Melts smoothly and holds fragrance well.
MILIVIXAY Candle Wick Kit – 100 Wicks + Accessories
Includes 100 pre-waxed 3.5″ cotton wicks, 100 wick stickers, and 6 wooden wick holders. Everything you need to keep your wicks upright and centered for even burning.
4oz Candle Tins – Set of 24, Gold
These sleek gold tins with matching lids are ideal for small batch candles. Durable, stylish, and perfect for gifting or starting a small business.
Holiday Breeze Fragrance Essential Oil – 6pc Set (10ml each)
Includes a variety of refreshing holiday-themed scents perfect for every season. Blend oils for a unique signature fragrance!
32oz Stainless Steel Candle Pouring Pot
Designed for easy, controlled wax pouring. Features a dripless spout and heat-resistant handle for safety and precision.
VVIVID Wax Thermometer with Clip
Keeps your wax at the ideal temperature during melting and fragrance addition. A must-have for consistent results and safety.
Wax Dyes for Candle Making – 16 Color Set
Add a vibrant touch to your candles! These concentrated color chips are easy to mix and produce bright, even colors in soy wax.
How to Make DIY Homemade Candles – Step-by-Step
Step 1: Prep Your Tins
Apply the wick stickers to the bottom of your 4oz candle tins and press a cotton wick into the center. Use the wooden wick holders to keep the wick upright.
Step 2: Melt the Wax
Add desired amount of soy wax to the pouring pot and heat using a double boiler method. Stir occasionally and use the VVIVID thermometer to monitor temperature (target ~170°F).
Step 3: Add Color
Once fully melted, add wax dye chips (1 chip per candle typically suffices). Stir until completely dissolved. Adjust the color by adding more or less dye as desired.
Step 4: Add Fragrance
Remove the pot from heat. When the wax cools to ~150°F, add fragrance oil (typically 1 oz fragrance per 1 lb of wax). Stir slowly for 1-2 minutes to ensure even distribution.
Step 5: Pour into Tins
Carefully pour the scented, colored wax into each prepared gold candle tin. Fill to just below the rim, leaving space for a clean lid fit. Let sit undisturbed.
Step 6: Cool and Trim
Allow candles to cool and harden (4–6 hours). Once solid, remove wick holders and trim the wick to about ¼”.
Creative Tips & Variations
- Layered colors: Let one color harden before pouring the next for a striped effect.
- Blended scents: Mix two oils from your Holiday Breeze set to create custom seasonal aromas.
- Personalized labels: Add hand-lettered or printed labels to the candle tins for a professional touch.
Perfect for Gifting, Relaxation & Small Business
- Gifts: Custom scents and colors make heartfelt presents.
- Home Decor: Match candle colors and scents to each room.
- Side Hustle: Use bulk tins and wax to create a product line for craft fairs or Etsy.
All Natural Soy Candle Wax (1 lb)
This clean-burning soy wax is eco-friendly, long-lasting, and perfect for both beginners and seasoned candle makers. Melts smoothly and holds fragrance well.
MILIVIXAY Candle Wick Kit – 100 Wicks + Accessories
Includes 100 pre-waxed 3.5″ cotton wicks, 100 wick stickers, and 6 wooden wick holders. Everything you need to keep your wicks upright and centered for even burning.
4oz Candle Tins – Set of 24, Gold
These sleek gold tins with matching lids are ideal for small batch candles. Durable, stylish, and perfect for gifting or starting a small business.
Holiday Breeze Fragrance Essential Oil – 6pc Set (10ml each)
Includes a variety of refreshing holiday-themed scents perfect for every season. Blend oils for a unique signature fragrance!
32oz Stainless Steel Candle Pouring Pot
Designed for easy, controlled wax pouring. Features a dripless spout and heat-resistant handle for safety and precision.
VVIVID Wax Thermometer with Clip
Keeps your wax at the ideal temperature during melting and fragrance addition. A must-have for consistent results and safety.
Wax Dyes for Candle Making – 16 Color Set
Add a vibrant touch to your candles! These concentrated color chips are easy to mix and produce bright, even colors in soy wax.
