How to Make Ice Candles
Ice Candle Making at Home for Beginners Ice candles are a fun and easy DIY project that can add a beautiful touch to your home decor or outdoor space. Here's a step-by-step guide on how to make ice candles: Materials needed: Paraffin wax or soy wax flakes Candle wicks A double boiler or a heatproof container and a saucepan Candle dye or crayons Essential oils (optional) Ice cubes Large plastic container or bucket Small weights or rocks Scissors Heat-resistant gloves or mitts Step 1: Prepare your work area Choose a flat and sturdy surface to work on. Cover the surface with newspaper or a plastic sheet to avoid any spills or wax drips. Step 2: Melt the wax Melt the wax using a double boiler or a heatproof container placed inside a saucepan with water. If you are using paraffin wax, use a 2:1 ratio of wax to crayons or candle dye to color the wax. If you are using soy wax flakes, use soy wax dye or natural colorants. You can also add essential oils to the wax to add a pleasant fragran...