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Candle making question
Bakersdozen:
I decided to try my hand a candle making. I have years and years of wax stored that would make great candles. I bought a metal mold for tapers but can't figure out how to thread the wick. The hole is too small for my wicking needle to go through. Any suggestions? I bought a silicone mold that is working really well for making pinecone candles. Did I make a mistake buying a metal mold?
RAST:
Drill it out.
Bakersdozen:
Follow up: I took a small nail and enlarged those tiny holes. Now I can thread the wick through using a piece of wire with a loop on the end.
I have watched dozens of beeswax candle making videos and pick up tidbits of info from some, not all. Some of them are down right dangerous. (Melting the wax in the microwave.)
RAST:
Pine cone looks good.
Bakersdozen:
Thanks, RAST.
Every taper has got a ridge down the side from the seam in the mold. :sad: I guess I will use a hair dryer and a knife to smooth that out? I also need one of those devices that makes the bottom look nice and pretty. It helps the ends fit in a candle holder.
The learning curve is steep!
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