How to make a beeswax wrap that's extra sticky 🐝

[@sarenaconquest2507]

-Pre washed cotton fabric of desired size. Be sure to cut with pinking shears before beeswax. Cutting after will dull the shears immensely. She uses 8 & 11 in. squares -1/2 cup grated beeswax -1 tbsp jojoba oil -3 tbsp pine rosin I wrote out the ingredients to make it easier for anyone who like me and needs a visual to fully follow along or to screenshot for later :) Such a great video!

[@justbrandy3047]

🎉 you’re my hero lol

[@abbylynn8872]

Happy new year. Thanks 💕

[@sumeyyesumeyye8423]

Thanks 🌷

[@wanderinghomesteaders]

I was thinking the same thing about the pinking shears. I have also seen tutorials where they are sewing bags AFTER they have been treated with ingredients. This will mess up your sewing machine quickly. Does anyone have any experience in sewing the bag and then treating the bags?

[@Chewy90ftw]

Nerrrrrrrd

[@beauty_fix3751]

As someone that sews I would reccomend using the pinking shears before adding the wax. It can dull them quicker and they are hard to sharpen

[@amandalutes4900]

So I found that some of my wraps, after very gentle washing/contact with water...the coating will start to crumble a bit. Any thoughts? Is this a sign that my proportions are off - too much wax? They're very soft & thin, but I've mostly been doing them by feel, vs measurements of the ingredients...

[@dianesmigelski5804]

I’m following to find out the answer to this question as well.

[@invisigoth510]

@@amandalutes4900 it’s possible you have some proportions off with your ingredients if you’re not measuring them. I measure them, melt them all together, then brush the melted mixture onto the fabric so that the fabric is saturated If I had to guess I’d say either you aren’t using enough jojoba oil or you’re not saturating the fabric with your wax mixture The oil makes the wraps more pliable so they don’t crack & break up easily. So if they are breaking up too soon then it could mean you don’t have enough oil in your mix but you said they were thin as well & that could mean that you didn’t saturate the fabric enough & a thin layer of wax will break sooner. When you go to renew your wraps, go ahead & prepare the wax mixture the way you normally would & just make sure you saturate the fabric. If they still break up after a few uses then you know the proportions are off & you’ll need to measure out the proportions next time you make your mix

[@lcincinnati1201]

@@amandalutes4900 wash with cold water and dish soap but not warm or hot water

[@emmaschauer5409]

I was just going to say this. Great minds and all 😂

[@MaiaAshley-r4i]

For anybody wanting a cheaper alternative I adjusted the recipe a bit for myself to make in bulk and it seems to work perfectly fine: 1 cup beeswax 2.5 Tbs of pine resin 1 spoonful of coconut oil This worked out great for me, and instead of ironing them I just stuck them in the oven at 200 degrees F for a few minutes each on parchment paper and the melted wax that formed on the tray helped to soak through each cloth. Thanks for the recipe!

[@rachelseo319]

Thank you so much ❤

[@brendavaughan333]

What size spoon on the coconut oil?

[@Bettersucksaul]

@@brendavaughan333 Guessing they mean tablespoon

[@JillianJoy-f4m]

Thank you for the alternative cheaper option ❤thank you ❤

[@Board.Dad.Woodworking]

I was curious if coconut oil would work. I have a ton of coconut oil and beeswax for candle making.

[@conniesmith8013]

TO STORE YOUR FLAT WRAPS : I SIMPLY WRAP EACH SIZE AROUND A CARDBOARD TUBE FROM A PREVIOUS BOX OF FOIL, WAX PAPER, ETC. AND PUT THE ROLL BACK INTO THE BOX. UNTIL I CAN FIND BAMBOO BOXES FOR MY ROLLS.

[@sheilarandall4025]

I have been using these for close to 5 years..I love them and they actually last a very long time..close to 2 + years.

[@thediymommy]

That's great!

[@shawnas464]

The steps were really helpful…I didn’t have to reinvent the wheel! Thanks for that. I doubled the recipe and got 20 10x10 squares! Awesomeness 😁

[@pacagurlz4623]

This is a great video. Well done! The one thing I would add is don't do this on any surface that you value. Although it smells wonderful, it melts right through the freezer paper and can ruin the covering of your ironing board, etc. I see you use a towel. I have lots of old towels so will try that when I use your method described here. Thank you so much for sharing!

[@GrandmaSezSo]

Why are you using freezer paper? Parchment paper is what to use.

[@karenrobertson890]

I had purchased supplies to make some of these but was intimidated to start. Thanks for your great video! Also I think a rotary cutter with a zigzag blade and a ruler would be easier to trim them up after instead of the pinking sheers. Just a thought. Again tfs Have a great long weekend.

[@michjerez-carlson3033]

Thank you for your videos, I'm excited to start on my beeswax wraps (been wanting to make them for a while but really hesitant). I'm a beekeeper and have a ton of wax that I've been saving. I've seen wrapping with a string and button to help keep the wrap stay together or just for a pretty finish, it may be too much for me to do but I'm thinking about adding. I'm heading to the fabric store today!

[@moondreamerpublishing4036]

Great video! I was wondering if there was a reason why you wouldn’t just originally cut the fabric to size using pinking shears it would save a step.

[@hope-thru-faith9109]

may be a dumb question...but how do you recommend storing these beeswax wraps in between uses?

[@ErozBurse-so2zd]

In a cool dark room :)

[@JustMe-se4kx]

Great video. I purchased some beeswax wraps a few months ago and love them-no more plastic wrap for me. I did not know that I can refresh the wraps with more beeswax to extend life.

[@thediymommy]

You sure can 💜

[@analorenasanchez9285]

I have just bought some beeswax so I can make the wraps! Only some questions come to my mind: 1) Beeswax - Does it have to be.any special kind? Or normal beeswax? 2) Could there be a potentious toxicity with pine resin and the contact with food?

[@ChristinaGrant8]

Pine resin isn’t toxic

[@analorenasanchez9285]

@@ChristinaGrant8 thanks!!

[@elizabethsawyer5906]

Thank you I was looking for someone to tell me how to make the beeswax wraps stick more and you have answered my question💕

[@TastySchu4]

Elizabeth Sawyer you took the words right out of my mouth 😊👍

[@linkinpark01002]

I was also looking for the stick wrap and ta - daaaah !!!! Just right here😊😊😊 thank you for sharing and I gonna try my beeswax wrap now🤩🤩🤩

[@Charlottejanesdad]

So was I 👍 !!!!

[@marissaclark6115]

I've used this recipe but am I too optimistic. Mine is not sticking to itself like hers does and it leaves a residue on everything.....

[@kathsch8966]

My experience: I cut the fabric with the pinking shears, then washed on gentle with used fluff dry. One cotton fabric did fine, the other including a muslin all frayed on the egdes so it's hard to tell I even pinked them. So I ironed and trimmed all of them to move forward. I measured the 1/2 cup of beeswax and 1tblsp of oil in a mason jar. The resin I had to crunch up because it was in larger chunks. Some peices were small like the beeswax pellets and some turned to powder. No matter, I measured out the 3 tblsps and put in the mason jar in a pan of water just like the video. The resin would not melt fully like the wax and combine well. It stayed more on the hard side like carmel. I turned the heat up and stirred hard but it stayed on the bottom. I also tried long slow heat with negative results. So I hoped there was enough mixed with the wax and put it on the frayed fabric. Seems ok. I guess time will tell. Any suggestions are welcome.

[@amelialarson3302]

I had the same problem with my pine rosin. It melted but I could never get it mixed in with the beeswax.

[@cheskacamillebersoto373]

Hi! I just used your recipe! Is it normal for the wraps to smell like pine resin? And would the smell disappear eventually? Thank you!

[@ECHOMARRY]

Oh I would love to know this too!

[@stevethiessen1095]

Oh no! Will cheese and other foods retain the smell?

[@jonnyd8399]

I really appreciate the simplicity of adding pine resin to make them more sticky I was having a really hard time finding sticky wax on Amazon

[@GrandmaSezSo]

I don't see the links to the products you used under the video like you stated but Amazon shopped some supplies. 7.8.2022 Amazon prices for supplies White Beeswax Pellets 1lb $19.95 Pine Tree Resin $19.90 25 precut 8x8 fabric squares !3.69 4 oz. Cliganic Jojoba oil $14.99 TOTAL: $68.53 plus tax

[@pitterpatti1958]

Silly question, but why not just cut the fabric with the pinking shears instead of doing it at the end? Just trying to avoid gumming up my pinking shears. Excited to try this. I have a lot of fabric remnants left over from mask making. Great stocking stuffer ideas for my friends and family.

[@thediymommy]

You absolutely could. I just found that when I did it first, it was a bit harder to get the edges sealed because of the empty space created from the shears :)

[@its_me-nikki]

Does the pine tar have a scent or taste? I’d be worried my food would take on an essence of pine lol

[@AliciaReale]

So how do you clean up after all this? I just tried this out and unfortunately everything has resin stuck to it... I tried using oil but it has not worked for me!

[@LemonDaisy4839]

Do you think I will get a good result with just the jojoba oil and the beeswax? I am allergic to any cedar or pine come to find out from an allergy test but I would love to make my own wraps.

[@nicole.m.a.r.i.e]

Try coconut oil instead.

[@kathycarter1553]

I have heard of this years ago and such a cool idea. I hate using Saran Wrap and it seems like I have to waste using it. Thanks for sharing and have a great weekend.

[@thediymommy]

Thanks, you too!

[@au284hruf83h]

half a cup of grated beeswax, 1 tablespoon of jojoba oil, 3 tablespoons of pine resin, one-half cup of a shredded or grated beeswax.

[@allisonrose84]

This is an error, correct? You have 1/2 cup beeswax at the beginning and the end

[@mamamayhem7125]

@@allisonrose84 yes. You add the beeswax to the rosin/resin. Grate the beeswax, measure oil. Add beeswax to 3 tablespoons of rosin or resin. Rosin is natural and can be more brittle, resin can be synthetic.

[@karennetherland2327]

Very interesting. I never heard of these. They definitely are a good way to reduce the use of plastic and they are pretty too. Thanks for sharing!

[@yezhigeng2893]

My six years old daughter and I made our very first bee wax wrap tonight. She is very excited. Thanks for sharing!

[@nicolezimmerman4224]

I just wanna thank you for this recipe, I was looking for a good portion recipe for these and this one’s perfect.

[@vickinoeske1711]

These wraps are just the coolest thing! I'd love to try making some. The best thing is your bar of beeswax sourced locally.🐝🐝🐝

[@thediymommy]

Yes, I live near a honey farm!

[@vickinoeske1711]

@@thediymommy You are so lucky and I'm envious!😁🐝

[@gnomealone350]

So cool! I have been wanting to buy these wraps as gifts for family and friends who already have too much “stuff”. Homemade will be even better.

[@thediymommy]

They make great gifts! I also used them as "gift wrap" last year for small gifts :)

[@darleneharvey1411]

I would even sew a line around the fabric squares and then pink. No fraying at all. Now can I make them bigger? I want to wrap bread loaves.

[@samptest2778]

Hi can I use fabric which is polyester cotton blend or must be only 100% cotton? Please let me know in the fabric store near my house sells beautiful prints in mix fabric but very limited in the cotton 100% fabric. Pls let me know 😊

[@estherwatkinson6424]

Polycotton won't absorb the wax well. It'll flake off

[@janiiith]

Any suggestions on what could be an alternative to pine resin be? I don't live in the US and from where I am it is very difficult (and expensive) to buy.

[@teslaliebe-cohen4680]

Dammed resin or Myrrh resin, I’ve read

[@analorenasanchez9285]

Than you so much for the video! Can the parchment paper be reused again?

[@thediymommy]

You bet!

[@bethkovacs6249]

How have I never heard of this?!?! I LOVE IT CHRISTMAS PRESENTS FOR EVERYONE HERE I GO

[@krisirolfe4332]

Use them here in Germany!! I need to revise the first batch I bought. This is a great project for students!!!

[@elizabethbruner2908]

@thediymommy do you think melting the wax in a crockpot would work? I have a mini one that I never use and thought it could be my designated bees wax crockpot.

[@landfillhill]

I was wondering the same thing!

[@deannaramirez6940]

I would really love to make some with my kiddos and also gift some. What's the best way to store these and package them for gifting? I also live in warmer humid climate (gulf coast Texas) would that have any affect on these?

[@michigandaffodil7561]

I think storing them with parchment paper between them, in a drawer, flat or rolled might be a good option.

[@leathebenjs1296]

Is it need a special pine resin? Like food grade pine resin? Or any pine resin is fine? Also, are beeswax, jojoba oil, and pine resin safe and not toxic?

[@ohanapartnersbuyhomes]

Hello, thank you for the video. I have attempted to make these yesterday but I ran into some mishaps. The pine resin didn’t melt with the beeswax at all having followed the proportion recipe. It becomes like taffy but doesn’t melt through. It leaves a sticky film when touching it with bare hands (hard to wash off). The finished product didn’t stick to bowls as in your video. How can I fix these problems please?

[@TheHumbleHomesteader]

Mine turned out powdery and not sticky at all Not sure what I did wrong

[@melindachitty2638]

Great idea! My Grandma used to do this!

[@stevethiessen1095]

That's awesome! I love the idea of doing things our grandparents used to do!

[@f16falcon5]

I followed your instructions w at and mine feel waxy but not sticky and wont stick to the bowl. I used all the same ingredients too. Any ideas?

[@Lovejesscooffical]

Important question!!! How would u go about storing them? So they dont get messed up

[@samlopez5048]

Fold, put with your kitchen towels

[@queengaming5720]

I tried using the same measurements and method, but mine ended up being so sticky. Whenever I tried to scrunch it up my hands become all sticky and it also leaves some residue on my bowls / glass. Could you tell me what I may be doing wrong or how to fix this? I also tried making it without pine resin, but it just doesn't stick as well. Please give me suggestions on what I should do. Thank you so much!

[@nioukalatte5585]

Hi, such a great tutorial, thank you, great work! Question, is there an alternative to jojoba oil? It's kind of pricey where I live. Thank you 💟!

[@christinehaynie7177]

I've seen people recommend mineral oil. It is also food safe and does not go rancid.

[@chitaritsu00]

This tutorial is amazing, although its hard for me to find pine resin, is there any alternative ingredients thati could find?

[@margaritasilva708]

Thank you I will try them 🤩 !! 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼 Great alternative to plastic wraps! 🎉

[@christinafordhomedesignlif8847]

These are all amazing tips!! U are so talented Christina! ❤️❤️❤️

[@ErmilinaLight]

Thank you! I wonder if there are any food safe fabric markers i can use to sign or draw on the cloths before applying beeswax? Cannot find any...

[@donnas2375]

Cotton embroidery letters would be fun if you are patient?

[@ErmilinaLight]

@@donnas2375 That's a good idea!

[@edie9059]

Wow I was just curious how to use them. This was SO informative!!

[@thediymommy]

Thanks Edie!

[@Keepinmindinc]

Hello! I'm a new(ish) subby to your channel & have been binge watching your videos! I find your conversational tone so pleasing! I'm LOVING this tutorial. I transitioned to beezwax wraps a year+ ago...but, paid a hefty price for them. I initially got a 3 pack. And, as a novice, washed one in hot water...and basically ruined it. Grrr! Next round, I will try this method to make my own. Thanks for the easy-to-follow DIY!

[@thediymommy]

Thanks so much! Sorry about your wrap :(

[@jessicagiangreco7104]

We use beeswax wrap bags (from Trader Joe's) and love them for lunch box items. Ours are losing their "sticky" I wonder if I can just brush more beeswax on them? These are on my list for Channukah/Christmas gifts this year... I think my 9yo will LOVE them!

[@thediymommy]

You could absolutely try! I do find that the pine resin is a game changer when it comes to making a STICKY wrap!

[@marycarney2184]

I used your technique and got good results. I made an envelope out of fabric. Used a longer piece of fabric

[@marycarney2184]

When I applied the beeswax. It stuck together. I used the iron again, opened up the pouch and put a piece of parchment paper between the layers. It worked great!

[@-ThePancakeCat-]

I know that video is 3 years old but is it also safe for carrying water? Im wandering often and i don't like to use water from my water bottle to clean my hands😅

[@dbach7051]

I need something besides plastic to wrap my homemade breads in. I do not like the breads cut end to dry out. Does this work well with breads and crumby stuff? I am guessing there is no size limits to these, so I should be good with making a fairly large one to make a bag. Darn gnats and occasional ant.

[@pastelfruit9332]

This was very fun… until I had to clean up afterwards. I have tried so many things, but I can’t get the wax off of anything.

[@Dagmar194913]

What a great idea..thank you for sharing your process....love the 🇨🇦 content.. hi from Kelowna BC

[@mssixty3426]

Wow, thank you for all your work to figure out the formula for this!

[@azuritevalentine6199]

I had beeswax wrap before I didn't realize not to wash it it warm water.... so I was fortunate enough to find a 8oz bag of beeswax pellets at my reuse store. I have some cloths to donate so I think I'll cut some of those cloths into squares and such and make homemade beeswax ❤😊

[@alteredLori]

The recommendation for the pine resin is no longer available. Any other one you might suggest please?

[@athiratom9159]

Hi can you please share the fabric's specifications. What type of cotton fabric is used?

[@thediymommy]

100% cotton

[@lizbeth000]

Are you aware about the thickness, thread count or GSM of the fabric.

[@CreativeDIYwithMomDas]

Excellent idea. Love the Eco friendly part. I shall try making a couple of these. Thanks for sharing

[@Mrsgreenclyde88]

My pine rosin didnt fully combine with the beeswax. Should i have melted it longer?

[@thediymommy]

Yes, you could melt it longer. There are lots of variables, like room temperature at the exact products used.

[@krissy5721]

I tried making these and they are nowhere near as sticky as shown in the video. Not sure if I didn’t do a thick enough layer of beeswax on the fabric or do they need to set longer??????

[@floatingbeast9641]

Hi! Great Video! Is there an alternative for pine resins?

[@pamstover7598]

Which pine resin do you use there was a lot of different ones to choose from?

[@rheajoymontojo4269]

Thanks so much for this. I am from the Philippines and this alternative for eco friendly livinf is very helpful. I have been looking for an informative way to make bees wax wrap. Thanks! I would just like to ask on how you will know if the fabric you will use is a 100% cotton? Thanks. As God enables you to answer. Blessing!

[@kelseyray1311]

I tried making some last night and they either are not sticky at all or they are too saturated and sticky leaving residue on hands and bowls. I'm not sure what I am doing wrong.

[@marykesh]

Same :(

[@stephanieedwards4973]

How do you compost it? Do you cut it up and toss in a garden or compost bin?

[@samlopez5048]

You wouldn't even need to cut it up ..

[@JillianJoy-f4m]

Can I ask why you don’t use a foam roller? Is it because the roller soaks up too much product?

[@thediymommy]

Yes, exactly!

[@susanwildwindnaturals9548]

Are your wraps leaving a bit of residue on your containers? I use quite a bit less resin to wax (ratio), and I'm finding there's a bit of residue left on my container. Thanks!

[@Rita-gz2jr]

Nice video

[@zeldarenee4548]

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[@lisamorris4232]

Love your how-to and am definitely going to try it. Can you use pinking shears around the edges before applying the beeswax instead of afterwards?

[@thediymommy]

You can :) I just found the edges are a bit gummy on the edges then, because the melted wax ends up between the zigzags.

[@spider1g5]

Going to make these for all my baker friends- birthdays and Christmases will be exemplary!

[@mariangies]

Hi, I’m not seeing the supplies in your Amazon shop.

[@inadimi]

Hi! Thank you for this video! A quick question.. my wraps smell like pine resin and it’s a rather strong smell. Is it normal ?

[@zeldarenee4548]

yes, you can use damar resin instead

[@vivians3696]

My daughter is allergic to beeswax and so I can’t use these for her. Unfortunately, I think they’re a great thing to have.. parchment paper has silicone on it, and I prefer not to use that and wrap my foods in it. Is there any other way to do it?

[@pierred8341]

Hi there, I’ve made them with beeswax only and they are not sticky enough.Can I just had the pine resin to it to make them more sticky? Thank you 😊

[@thediymommy]

I've never tried!

[@haneenhammad8350]

Does the pine resin have an alternative? I can’t find it in my country! Help!

[@bridgettefranklinharbour865]

Great video! Been wanting to make my own!

[@cindyziegler2462]

I have lots of 8” squares left over from mask making. They are not prewashed. Do they HAVE to be?

[@janetwilliams782]

Great idea..love bees wraps..now with ur tutorial I can make these..I love them..my vegetables like lettuce and celery last a whole lot longer now..tyfs♡

[@thediymommy]

I love them too!

[@cecilialawe3377]

HI, I tried this recipe a few days ago, but the wraps end up being very sticky and waxy to the touch and leaving sticky residue on my fingers after using them. Is there a way to make the wraps I made less sticky? Would the stickiness and waxy residue be gone after a couple of washes? Thank you.

[@angelicasoh86899]

How many fabrics did you use this on? This recipe makes 2 large wraps. Too much on the fabric will be very waxy ... This recipe is suppose to make it sticky, that's the point. If you want it less sticky, use less tree resin. Or pop the entire fabric in the oven and let the wax drip as you are airing it out.

[@babydeer2196]

Same thing happened to me! The recipe is way to sticky! Made an absolute mess of my kitchen and anything I touched for an hour afterwards. What a waste of fabric and other materials and my time!!

[@wendyshepard2080]

I saw a video quite a while back and bought the wax but never made the product. Perhaps I was waiting for this one which is an improved version!!! Lol

[@amberjawaid89]

Hey! How long do we have to keep heating it. Resin is not melting 😢

[@carolbell3658]

Omg I love your kitchen sink, where did you get it? Loved your video too

[@Joy.Elizabeth]

This is great!! I'm curious tho, could I use coconut oil or something else instead of the jojoba oil? Thanks so much for the video n any info! 🐝

[@thediymommy]

I'm not too sure, I haven't tried! My guess is it would go rancid.

[@laurajay1715]

You can use coconut oil instead, I have done both with no noticeable differences 😊

[@kaykay7322]

Can these be used to freeze things? Like breakfast burritos and such? I know they'll be in a freezer safe zip bag, but to keep them separated.

[@thediymommy]

I've never tried, but I don't see why not!

[@betbet9870]

Very excited to try this, seems so simple and easy to do!!!🙆‍♀️ Thanks Christina!!!❤😊

[@dianegranger5832]

I'm allergic to tree resins. Can you recommend anything else?

[@melindachitty2638]

You are a pro at making videos! Love all your props!

[@thediymommy]

Thanks Melinda!

[@anatarad4222]

Is it possible to use pine resin directly from a pine tree? (Can I collect resin and then use it, instead of buying it?)

[@thediymommy]

I'm not sure!

[@paulakay4398]

I keep finding pine rosin not pine resin...is there a difference?

[@kjoit]

I am not sure what I am doing wrong. I did try to follow the recipe to the dot, and use old pillow sheets as my fabric, yet mine wound not stick on its own, even after I try warming it with my hands. Has anyone experienced this too?

[@worldlystats6146]

hi im looking to use this for a body wrap of coconut oil around my tummy, will it work...

[@digitalis-y9h]

Is it okay to use syntethic fabric? That's what I already have at home.

[@nja934]

Thanks for the video, I'm excited to try it! Since the entire wrap is sticky... Do you need to store it on a plate or something to not get the fridge or counter sticky as well?

[@thediymommy]

I just lay them flat in a drawer when I'm not using them :)

[@conniesmith8013]

I saved the inner cardboard roll out of a foil box to wrap them around. Also you can use any cardboard tube. Just roll all sandwich bags on one roll;, quart size on its' own roll and large wraps on its' own roll. I keep my rolls in its' original box....until I can find a bamboo box for each of them.

[@susytearne7590]

What type of fabric? Cotton? Or any type? Thank you. ❤

[@thediymommy]

I use cotton!

[@jennifershimatsu5203]

Why aren’t my wraps sticky? I used pine resin powder. Would that make a dofference?

[@terrinewton39]

Won’t the pine resin make cheese you wrap taste weird?

[@thediymommy]

Not that I've noticed!

[@sylviabeyer7325]

Would something like soy wax work too? Or does it have to be beeswax? Can the resin be left out or is it an essential ingredient? Thanks so much!

[@thediymommy]

The resin makes them stickier. I've never tried soy wax :)

[@TheAllisonLab]

Isn't pine rosin toxic, though? I'm going to make mine without.

[@sianchatfield3052]

Can you taste the pine resin and jojoba oil? I'm worried that something with such a strong smell would taint food