Let's say that you know the essential the candle making tips and basics, have all your materials nearby and you are all set and eager to start.
Now keep in mind, just because you have laid out your work area, covered your counter top in case of spills and you are equipped for the worst, you shouldn't let anyone relax and bring out the sloppy bug around your work area. It's a funny thing how being equipped makes those around you drop their guard and let accidents happen. Your top priority should be safety! Assuming that all the safety precautions are observed, let's begin and go over some important candle making tips
1. One of the secrets to candle making success is good wax management. You know how everyone says that a watched pot never boils? Well if you ask me, the wax has a mind of its own and melts when it feels like it. The key to candle making is patience. So here's my first tip for candle making success: be patient.
2. Having the proper tools to get the job done is equally imperative. Do yourself a nice double broiler -- this will make things so much easier for you. With this nifty equipment, the wax is placed at the top with the water pan in the bottom. The top pan with the wax in it "never" comes in direct contact with the stove "heating element" on the top of that stove. Once you have one, fight the urge to work the tempertature knob every so often; allow the wax to melt at its own pace. Don't hesitate to spend cash on a good double broiler; you'll discover soon enough that it's worth the investment!
Sure, you'll find all sorts of advices who don't think that a having double broiler is not really necessary. Their advice is "you can melt your wax with just a regular pan on the stove". Yes, you can do this, but my question for you is do you simply want to melt wax or do you want to keep yourself secure in the process?
3. Its always a good idea to know that when the wax transitions from a solid to a liquid state it becomes more flammable. Overheat the wax and the risk of ignition increases. This is why the double boiler is so vital. Just think of the double broiler as a wise investment and an essential safety precaution.
Things always come out so much better when you use the proper equipment. Be safe while you have enjoyable playing around and experimenting with candles for a fantastic candle making experience. I hope these 3 key candle making tips have been helpful for you. Have fun while you make your candles!
Author Resource:
Kim Montgomery loves candles and is passionate about sharing that love with others. Discover more expert tips and secrets about candle making tips and all that you need to know about creating your own perfect candles with her popular free ecourse, available at => http://www.candlemakingshop-onalbertstreet.com/
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