Candle Making For Beginners with Soy Wax at Home & GIVEAWAY

Learn how to make candles at home with soy wax. I take you through a very detailed step by step tutorial on candle making which is super easy to follow. Great if you are candle making as a beginner like me. If you have any questions about candle making please feel free to comment below and I will do my best at getting back to you.
GIVEAWAY
Excited to be giving away a selection of candles. The candles will be the same in this video however they will unscented. They will come with safety instructions on storing and are display only.
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Comment which candle you'd like to win: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 or 7
Giveaway ends 24th February at midnight. The 7 winners will be announced in the comments.
Open worldwide
This competition is not in association with KZbin
All winners to email name and address to my email: [e-mail]
Chapters
00:00​ Intro to candle making & giveaway
02:51​ Prepping the candle moulds
14:28​ Melting the wax
20:00​ Mixing the fragrance and colour
22:10​ Pouring the wax into the moulds
27:34 Getting the candles out the moulds
33:50 Finished candles & giveaway details
MOULDS
Nude - etsy.me/3u0TQTs
Other nudes - etsy.me/3arRCEU
Bubble Moulds - bit.ly/3qwMFQN
Virgin Mary Mould - bit.ly/2NftFIb
Large Shell - bit.ly/2ZrKCS4
Small Shell - bit.ly/2ZpyrVX
Praying Hands - bit.ly/3bcBIgQ
Angel Cherub - bit.ly/3qtZ3RF
THINGS YOU’LL NEED
Pillar Soy Wax - bit.ly/3jXjSCw
Big Eye Needles - bit.ly/3jUaXlm
Thread Wick - bit.ly/3qtLjpT
Container Candle Wick - bit.ly/3qvqqea
Elastic Bands - bit.ly/3qtb3mk
Pyrex Jug - bit.ly/3av72se
Candle Melting Wax Pots - bit.ly/3atn2L5 bit.ly/2NAXEdy
Candle Dye - bit.ly/37iG05h
Candle Fragrance Black Opium - bit.ly/2OByuf9
Digital Thermometer - bit.ly/2NAL7H3
Wick Holders - bit.ly/3puBxTk bit.ly/3jV6L4S
Wooden Board
Wooden Spoon
Blue Tac
String
Scissors
USEFUL LINKS
suppliesforcandles.co.uk/
suppliesforcandles.co.uk/cand...
Melting Soy Wax - bit.ly/37oBXUV
Choosing the right wax - bit.ly/3bgIqCu
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GET IN TOUCH
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[@edrisazizian25]

When you realize that the candle will not come out of the mold, you can put it in the freezer, it will cause the mold to freeze and separate the candle from itself, and with a few gentle taps, the candle will be separated from the mold, and whenever you want to leave a mold for a short time. Let's use a lot and make candles quickly. You can put the method in a mold, it will solidify it quickly, and tear it again and make another candle. In this way, you can make several candles in one mold in half an hour.

[@rebeccadavies4145]

these are amazing ! little tip: If you weigh your candle after unmoulding it gives you your wax weight so you won't need to keep melting more wax and will have the right amount for next time, also Adding more wax into fragrance wax will only burn the fragrance out and adding more fragrance will invalidate the clp as its only take 8 to 10%. 🥰 i hope this doesn't come across rude I just wanted to help 🥰

[@sophiehannah_]

Great idea!!!

[@jeekkxxx3164]

Just to advise also, your meant to let soy wax set for 24 hours at least and cure between 5-14 days. Most soy wax have a 10% fragrance oil hold. Meaning if it’s 100g of wax you need to add 10g of FO. then let it cure for at least 5 days. This is so the wax and FO can just combine together. The cold throw and hot throw afterwards is just Devine!

[@vilasa-manjaridevidasi7681]

Hi Sophie. I enjoyed your video. There is a couple of corrections I would like to make not because I know much, just on the candle making course. One very important, heating with microwave is very dangerous. If the wax is overheated then can go in fire as it would be inside your microwave but then outside.... The other one is, there are some mould releasers around, like this spray. You can spray the mould with it before pouring the wax in. For releasing your stuck candles I suggest you to use hairdryer, heat the side of the mould then you should be able to pull out the candles 🕯️🕯️

[@sophiehannah_]

Ooo thank you so so much for the tips!!!

[@totio2689]

I found your channel ‘cause of the candle making

[@shannonsiemon4993]

Same

[@annieschwandner952]

Oh my god ahahaha I am living when she’s taking the candles out and saying she is beautifulllllllllll in that voice. 🤣😍

[@rebeccamazzei]

They are all beautiful but i prefer the large shell 🤩😊so #6

[@kusumadhikari4586]

Just wow I am in love with your detailing thank you so much for sharing ❤️💚

[@caletheaa]

Finally,a proper candle making video! Thank you!

[@lucymcmanus6178]

I've just started a candles business and this has reallyy helped me! Thank you so much :)

[@richardparham1784]

Just seeing this video. Candles are amazing. Great work. Keep it up. I like the large bubble candle. Looking forward to your next video

[@Jean-Travels]

I loved this video! Thank you for sharing this information!

[@kacigriffin9335]

I’ve never seen anyone melt the wax in the microwave!!!! Love it!!!!! I love how simple and to the point this is! 💜

[@florencemorris207]

Oh my GODDESS! The Virgin Mary

[@Sandra-yk8qq]

Lovely colors and moulds are great n so are the amazing candles

[@madushirajapaksa6036]

This is lovely. Thanks !!!

[@b_r_a_n]

this is probably the most informative candle making video i've seen!!

[@sophiehannah_]

So glad you've found it helpful x

[@tayloryoung9455]

To unmold tricky candles you can try putting them in the freezer for a bit then unmold

[@bevweston4072]

Beautiful work. Very informative

[@wendyr.2271]

This is the best candle 🕯 wax making video I’ve watched!!! Thank you!!

[@alexiswest6238]

Hey I'm also starting my candle business I literally just started and it's amazing to see so many things people do with there candles great video

[@GabrielaSilva13]

Hey, Sophie! The candles are beautiful, it's so calming to watch this process. If you can, on your next time making candles, could you show us a little bit of how to clean all the utensils you use in the process? I've always wondered if it's too hard to clean the melted wax. Thank you and hope you guys are well!

[@lizvitelli8823]

Great video! Thanks

[@hellayami]

Great step by step thank you! I would love n.1

[@eleojo_]

I just typed how to make candles and i found your channel.... I’m so pleased and this video was so satisfying to watch🥰 Also your hair and personality is just so amazingly beautiful and refreshing😍

[@sophiehannah_]

Will announce winners tomorrow in case anyone else wants to enter ❤️

[@reyvasquez4540]

I would like a candle

[@GloriaChenPHC]

This is amazing! Thank you for sharing💖

[@peteguevarra8425]

I loved the number 2.... wow !! you did a great job... and I understood to the pin point.

[@MungMingcarino]

hi! for those square plastic molds, you should try to put them in the freeze around 10 minutes and then sink them in to warm (almost hot) water for around 5 minute with turning the sides and try to pull the candle out. If it doesn't came out, try to put it in the freezer again for 3 minute. (or repeat the cycle again) and done :) This work for the soy wax candle :)

[@claireatkinson5278]

You’ve inspired me to try and do it myself eventually. I’ve got a candle addiction 😂 I’d love the Virgin Mary 😍

[@Jilluzion]

Thank you for your help !

[@shelleycutugno8673]

Just finished watching your video and thank you for your time an expertise in how to start making candles. Again great tutorial. Cheers oh! And number 6 was my favourite.

[@sabrinamoreira5118]

Really would love to get my hands on some of these moulds to save costs when starting my own business 🙏🏽❤️ I have never won a giveaway so crossing fingers for this one!!

[@lindsaycarroll-holland2656]

Pop the container candles into the freezer for about 10mins then run under warm/hot water and they will slide out :)

[@chelseachamberlain5833]

Glad I found your channel by looking up bubble candle making! So glad I found you!!!!

[@angelcamacho4881]

Very informational thank you soo much!! I’m just starting.

[@susannawhite7162]

I love #5 & #6!!! Although the nude lady is awesome too!! I would be happy & grateful to win any of these! I don’t know if it’s too late to win one, but I enjoyed watching your video and watching how they’re made!

[@shelbyduvall3838]

Found you by looking up how to make candles with a silicone mold. Just got my first 2 yesterday and I had no clue how to use them.

[@toriristevski1108]

Thank you so much, I really appreciate it, I’ve just started the hobby. You have answered all my questions and I love that you added links ❣️

[@pamcas4502]

Thank you for taking the time to make this video! I really appreciate it

[@samuraij17]

Because you're using soy wax, it shrinks in the cold. So next time, rather than running under warm water, try putting them in the fridge or freezer for a little bit. You may still need to bang a little, but I think it will work much better for you 😊

[@hafizekonuk7746]

Hi there hun for your candle that did not come out of your candle mold for it to come out u need to put it in the freezer for 10 minutes and when u take it out of the freezer put it under hot water and it will come out hopefully seen this on KZbin 🙂

[@selenapfaus5496]

I loved this ! I’ve watched so many videos on how to make candles & this one just stuck w/ me sooooo Thank you ❤️

[@daceyrobson4145]

They look lush! I’m obsessed with 1,2 and 4😍

[@Lama-wp6vt]

I love your molds where can I get them?

[@zinzin6460]

What is the appropriate temperature for pouring wax into a silicone mould?

[@michelleaskin2617]

I would love the angle or the praying hands there gorgeous I'd love them all this has been a great help x

[@tammyparris9966]

I would love #4....your amazing!

[@medmar930]

Does your soy was get sticky or melt in hot weather? I heard it melts too sticky or sweats … so I don’t know what was to get ☹️ I wanna be sustainable but I also want a durable candle. Any suggestions? Or experiences ? Thank you so much

[@trishgao]

Hello, I'm very new to candles and may I ask what's the best wax for pillar candles or the ones on silicone molds? Thank you.

[@wells2843]

That’s what I’m trying to figure out

[@amandapittar9398]

Yup, I had problems with the fluted moulds until I popped them in the freezer. Worked a treat.

[@iamcaoimha]

This has been so useful, now I know where to start! Also, your hair and makeup looks so cute

[@Lola-xf7do]

How i clean silicone molds ??

[@roz1285]

Been making beeswax candle for years but now looking at doing some soya. With beeswax you have to use different size wicks for different size candle. Otherwise they dont burn properly. I see you use the same size wick for all your candles dose the wick size not applies to soy wax. For those candles you were having trouble getting out from the mould you should coat the mould with silicon oil.

[@sophiehannah_]

I'm literally just a beginner so still learning all the tips and tricks. I've not found the wick size being an issue with the ones I make

[@lindsayjames2464]

Great loved watching as I'm thinking of starting candle making!!! I'd love the 5 candle xxx

[@ilanagraf]

great video thank you!!!!

[@JemmaLouiseNash]

does anyone have any tips on making these body candles smooth? Mine have like textured parts and little indents, anything would be appreciated.

[@hibakhanzada1505]

Dealing with the same issue

[@TheFreddy11023]

Pour it a big warmer and pour somewhat fast

[@beellsebub]

are silicone moulds reusable?

[@aaronleconte8433]

Yes

[@heatherwhittington8128]

This was vey informative I love that you filmed and told us your mistakes and let us learn from them. I learned so much thank you for your time and content. i appreciate the links for everything you use! you officially have a new supporter!

[@jessyjose4870]

Definitely shop worthy 🙂, thank you so much for sharing all the details. They look amazing

[@jennyg]

how do you not get frosting on your candles?! it’s my biggest issue with mine!!

[@zaramartin4341]

Mine too :(

[@qubic7567]

Upp

[@sakshikharbanda594]

At what temperature should we add the colour?

[@HAIFA-gn3qx]

19:32

[@imshaylarx3]

65 degrees

[@MariaJimenez-wp8pl]

I love candle 4 & 5 (: they are amazing! thank you for the inspiration and tips!! such great vibes!!!!

[@staceynelson9752]

Hi, I have just started my candle making, thanks you for the tips.

[@angeliecolegio443]

how to avoid sinkhole in candles?

[@thatrandomartist9748]

Heat the jar and wick with a lighter, heat gun or a hair dryer, this helps the jar and wax bond more and also just add more if it still occurs, hope that helps

[@maryamalattar8588]

i keep getting frosting and my scents aren’t that strong even though i add a lot and idk what to do

[@soulsanctuaryhealing11]

Look for videos about how to get a proper heat throw. I just learned this lol

[@sophiehannah_]

frosting is because you're not pouring the candle at the correct temperature. I pour between 50-60 degrees and found this works great for me

[@laurenhunns9306]

2 and 4 are actually unreal! Would love either. I started making candles and soaps in lockdown 1 and this has deffo given me the inspiration to get back at it! 🙌❤️

[@ellewheatley7838]

Amazing candles absolutely love the bubble ones xx

[@abbielewis2642]

Hi Sophie. I made my first lot of candles today using the same products as you and when taking the angel out of the mould the wings snapped. I left them for 6 hours do you have any tips please. Is pillar wax better to use. Thank you

[@sophiehannah_]

Getting the candles out the moulds is super hard! Did you slice down the mould like I have? Maybe you need to slice a longer line down the mould to help

[@abbielewis2642]

@@sophiehannah_ Thank you so much for replying. I have made a slice now. It does leave a mark on the candle. It was all going fine until I took one out of the mould this morning and she snapped 💔

[@ellenhlambasi7615]

@@sophiehannah_ Hey, I use the same thread wick as you, but it won't light up properly please assist me. Thank You.

[@sarahdon6004]

What temp did u pour at?

[@heidyelizabeth6104]

I want yo know that too

[@cozylee4226]

outstanding!!

[@sophiedm3716]

Very informative video!!! It really helped me to create my own candles!!!!

[@haileyservidio9486]

I’ve been a beginner and I’ve read so many different methods like stirring the fragrance in for over 2 minutes. My only problem has been I can’t get my candles to smell when they’re lit. I use the soy wax but I think it may be the fragrance brand I got? I’ve heard that can affect the scent throw. Any tips??

[@sophiehannah_]

Are you pouring the right ratio fragrance to wax? I also find soy wax has a scent of it's own

[@haileyservidio9486]

@@sophiehannah_ I’ve never known what the right amount to pour is I’ve always seen different methods so I’ve tried all amounts, I’ve heard soy wax could be challenging to work with but I like that it’s eco friendly

[@lenaamartin36]

@@haileyservidio9486 usually the brand tells you in the little bottle how much you should use

[@haileyservidio9486]

@@lenaamartin36 was not aware of that thank you!

[@lenaamartin36]

@@haileyservidio9486 take a look there, I just bought two different brands and it's always written on the label. I even want to see if I can find other brands because these two that I bought use the entire bottle of essence in a medium candle and it became a little expensive

[@DetectiveDespair]

Those silicone moulds are looking kinda sus

[@BabyMango]

I used to manage an adult store and that was my first thought 😂

[@sophiebrown2992]

this tutorial is amazing, just what i needed, thank you!

[@karamccallum5887]

Aw gal these are so amazing! I’m in love with candles 1&2 😍💖

[@bustersbashers2280]

It would help if you answered peoples questions in the comments…..!

[@lucyslifewithpets175]

She’s answering some 😅😅

[@leoni2angel]

You legally can not give any of these candles away as you do not have a CLP for any of them. You did not measure out the fragrance out correctly and if there is too much the candle will become a fire hazard. If you give it away and that candle burns incorrectly or someone has an allergic reaction to the scent and you don’t have insurance you could face legal issues and fines from Trading Standards as you did not provide the ingredients list prior. You need to do more research before you go ahead and tell thousands of people the wrong thing to do it’s a huge health and safety issue you are playing with.

[@skyyyskiii]

What about giving them away with a disclaimer that they are not to be burned but for display only?

[@sophiehannah_]

Thank you for your concern. Yes you are right I probably shouldn't be giving away these fragranced ones as I didn't measure it properly. Thank you for flagging. I have done research and the information I gave in regards to 10% fragrance to oil is correct (between around 5-10%) and it does need to be measured out. I don't have any scales to measure which is why I popped a few drops in. However these are display only candles - I normally only display them at home and don't burn them. I received many questions about adding a fragrance which is why I featured it within the video. I will make these candles again for the giveaway however unscented and as I always was going to, include a safety guide

[@estherneyra6695]

Great job !!!

[@nuhaafuentes8296]

Thank you for this 💞💖

[@ejane69]

As a Chandler who does this for a living, I am begging you to not send these out to the public without extensive testing. I would hope you have correct insurance before you give these away and also the correct CLP as this is a legal requirement. You need to do much more research before posting this kind of content out to your followers who are going to go away and copy your methods. There is so much wrong with this video.

[@sophiehannah_]

Thank you for your concern. This video is just me sharing a new hobby I love. I have not claimed to be a professional candle maker and have left links for research. I have learnt this process from other youtube videos online. I have the correct insurance however I wasn't aware of CLP so I am going to remake these candles unscented and sent plain soy wax candles. Along with candle safety instructions and also display only disclaimer. I don't burn my candles I like to keep them for display. In regards to measuring the fragrance i have read in numerous online sites about the 10% ratio to wax, so I believe that fact to be true. However I know I should be properly measuring the fragrance, but I don't own scales and this is just a hobby I'm doing at home like a lot of people are.

[@odettevanga6836]

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[@MadeInBelize]

Very informative video. I am glad I stumbled on your channel as I am about to embark on candle making and this pretty much wrapped it all up in one without going on and on forever. Much appreciated, Thank You.

[@lizzmcgarrity1479]

so well explained.. thanks

[@Ayat-tx3pj]

It was very helpful, thank youuu so much💗

[@kellyblankenship1497]

love love love! So helpful!

[@heidicurtis5816]

Absolutely love your video xx 😘❤

[@kaidilohk9973]

These are so beautiful!

[@airish871]

I am so glad you did an in depth candle making video! I would love number 5 😁 the bubble candles look super cute.

[@kelliekaristianos2859]

Fantastic love them well done 🥰 Watching you from Australia 🇦🇺

[@patriceross2874]

Love your video xxx and your very funny very helpful thank you very much

[@nicolabastian5228]

I love the large candle! Because of you I started making candles. Such a fun hobby! 🕯️

[@alichamberlain7570]

using this video to make my first candles right now! so excited, this is such a great tutorial

[@amycaddick2743]

These is so helpful and insightful, thank you! Xx

[@laurencrockett695]

Omg these are amazing I would love number 4. In moving out in the next week and have been rewatching your house vids giving me the biggest edit inspo ☁️

[@ashleyribeert5019]

This is so interesting I've been waiting for this

[@marcelevilar1015]

Amei o vídeo!!

[@mollykasun4741]

Thank you Jean, for an informative video. What fun to create your own scented candle and the tins are sooo cute. Miss A keeps coming up with more and more awesome cosmetics, beauty tools and skin care items, and now there is something for the hobbyist too! You rock! And you fill a much needed gap in the world of beauty. Love you.

[@annaelouadihi498]

Absolutely amazing ❤❤❤ I’ve bought some moulds and looking forward to give it ago Il be watching you a lot more Thank you 🙏

[@OhMyGlobbb]

Wow this was so cool thanks! They are soooo beautiful 👏🏻❤️ I think number 5 is my favourite but it's tough as they are all so lovely!