If you have never worked with gel candle wax before, then you might be surprised by how incredibly easy it is to use. It's a simple process of scooping the wax into a pouring pot, then allowing it to melt on a hot plate. After that, just pour it in a jar, and you have your first candle. Once you get the hang of it, you can play around with different vessels, dyes and scents to create candles suitable to varied seasons and decor.
For example, red wax poured into a wine glass sets the mood for Valentine's romance or a special Christmas table setting. Add dried orange slices and cinnamon to immediately evoke the feelings of autumn. Get creative with glitter, children's toys or succulents to create candles that not only light up your rooms but also warm your heart.
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How to make a wine glass gel candle
Candles easily set the mood for a romantic evening. When you turn a wine glass into a candle, you elevate that mood to the next level. If you are looking to turn up the heat in your relationship, for example, this DIY red gel candle is an enticing touch. It also works well as holiday decor, especially when you wrap the stem of the glass with festive ribbon. Get the tutorial here.
Candles easily set the mood for a romantic evening. When you turn a wine glass into a candle, you elevate that mood to the next level. If you are looking to turn up the heat in your relationship, for example, this DIY red gel candle is an enticing touch. It also works well as holiday decor, especially when you wrap the stem of the glass with festive ribbon. Get the tutorial here.
How to make a glitter gel candle
Glitter makes everything a bit more joyful. This DIY demonstrates how to use three different types of purple glitter to create a gel candle that adds a lovely glow to any room. Lavender essential oil turns this simple candle into an aromatherapy device that brings soothing tranquility to your home — especially helpful when you need help relaxing and finding your center. Get the tutorial here.
Glitter makes everything a bit more joyful. This DIY demonstrates how to use three different types of purple glitter to create a gel candle that adds a lovely glow to any room. Lavender essential oil turns this simple candle into an aromatherapy device that brings soothing tranquility to your home — especially helpful when you need help relaxing and finding your center. Get the tutorial here.
How to make a space candle
Turn any hobby into a celebratory candle. For example, in this DIY, you'll use a small toy astronaut or airplane as the centerpiece. Add some glitter stars to capture that feeling of space. This is the kind of candle that will put a smile on the face of anyone of any age. Get the tutorial here.
Turn any hobby into a celebratory candle. For example, in this DIY, you'll use a small toy astronaut or airplane as the centerpiece. Add some glitter stars to capture that feeling of space. This is the kind of candle that will put a smile on the face of anyone of any age. Get the tutorial here.
How to make an ombre gel candle
Ombre hues are not just a passing trend. Psychologists believe that ombre hues evoke feelings of nostalgia that subconsciously help us feel connected to our roots. Adding this ombre gel candle to your home might help you feel more grounded. The gingham ribbon adds a country-kitchen feel that enhances the nostalgia. Get the tutorial here.
Ombre hues are not just a passing trend. Psychologists believe that ombre hues evoke feelings of nostalgia that subconsciously help us feel connected to our roots. Adding this ombre gel candle to your home might help you feel more grounded. The gingham ribbon adds a country-kitchen feel that enhances the nostalgia. Get the tutorial here.
How to make a citrus candle
This is one of the easiest DIY gel candles that you can make. Nevertheless, it is a special treat. The scent of dried citrus and cinnamon sticks ushers autumn into the home and remains suitable all through winter. If you're going to make candles as Christmas gifts this year, this is definitely one to try. Get the tutorial here.
This is one of the easiest DIY gel candles that you can make. Nevertheless, it is a special treat. The scent of dried citrus and cinnamon sticks ushers autumn into the home and remains suitable all through winter. If you're going to make candles as Christmas gifts this year, this is definitely one to try. Get the tutorial here.
How to make a terrarium candle
Who would have thought that you could combine a terrarium with a candle DIY? If you're guessing that a plant wouldn't survive inside the candle wax, you're right; that's why you'll use a faux succulent for this project. Gel candle wax suspends the beautiful fake succulent in place so that you can enjoy it while the wick burns. It's a surprisingly simple DIY that packs a huge visual punch. Get the tutorial here.
Who would have thought that you could combine a terrarium with a candle DIY? If you're guessing that a plant wouldn't survive inside the candle wax, you're right; that's why you'll use a faux succulent for this project. Gel candle wax suspends the beautiful fake succulent in place so that you can enjoy it while the wick burns. It's a surprisingly simple DIY that packs a huge visual punch. Get the tutorial here.
How to make a dried flower gel candle
Dried flowers are such a nostalgic feature in the craft world, celebrating so many different aspects of our lives. From the beauty of spring to the romance of pressed flowers, they remind us of times now gone. This makes them the perfect addition to gel candles. Burn the candle through the winter to relive the flowers you enjoyed earlier in the year. Get the tutorial here.
Dried flowers are such a nostalgic feature in the craft world, celebrating so many different aspects of our lives. From the beauty of spring to the romance of pressed flowers, they remind us of times now gone. This makes them the perfect addition to gel candles. Burn the candle through the winter to relive the flowers you enjoyed earlier in the year. Get the tutorial here.
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