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

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[@KlaudiaSymanska]

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♡

[@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 😂

[@user-nf3bu1gt6f]

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

[@user-mc8xz6vk6h]

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!

[@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!

[@christinafordhomedesignlif8847]

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

[@nicolezimmerman4224]

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

[@mssixty3426]

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

[@CreativeDIYwithMomDas]

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

[@betbet9870]

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

[@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!

[@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 :)

[@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

[@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 😁

[@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 💜

[@melindachitty2638]

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

[@thediymommy]

Thanks Melinda!

[@charonpilgrim8086]

Excellent instructions… thank you! Can’t wait to try.

[@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.

[@Dagmar194913]

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

[@donnamcknight3175]

Very old school. So awesome. Thank you!

[@spider1g5]

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

[@rebdhl86]

This is so cool and creative. I can’t wait to try

[@lynnyackley4262]

Love this so very much! Have been watching 'plastic free July' videos and this will be perfect for me to take action!!!!💞

[@ninajohnson6578]

Great video! You explain things so clearly.💕

[@edie9059]

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

[@thediymommy]

Thanks Edie!

[@simonedm111]

First time hearing about it. I'm quite intrigued by its uses. I think I will give it a go. Tfs

[@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 :(

[@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.....

[@dancnluc1]

I have never used or made any but want to. Thank you for the video!

[@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!!!

[@bridgettefranklinharbour865]

Great video! Been wanting to make my own!

[@kayautrey3955]

Thanks for this great idea.

[@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!

[@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!😁🐝

[@ThereseDavidson]

Never seen before, clever!

[@SMartypAntsPants]

Fantastic video, thank you.

[@poojagidwwani]

Thank you, very helpful

[@zannamu]

I LOVE this! Thank you! I’m going to try this. 🌸👍

[@chiahaiyean1298]

Hi, can jojoba oil be replaced with olive oil?

[@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.

[@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.

[@restedwarrior8179]

Thank you so much for sharing

[@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.

[@Linda-cr8fx]

Looking forward to making these. Thank you :)

[@thediymommy]

Hope you enjoy!

[@carolbell3658]

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

[@judenew5442]

Thank you so much. I have tried this recipe and found it to be too sticky to brush. Your demonstration shows me how to succeed ;)

[@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

[@wellnessfactory6745]

Amazing!!!❤❤❤❤

[@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.

[@lunarrella]

this is so fantastic. thank you for sharing. following now for more awesomeness.

[@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.

[@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.

[@-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😅

[@chrisprpich7019]

Loved this video. 😀❤️🇨🇦

[@vidasana333]

Exelente! Gracias por 💓 🙏

[@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 ❤😊

[@celegleeson1767]

I plan on using these on my milk jugs in the fridge. Been looking for how to cover them.

[@louiselill1528]

I have never heard of these but first one definitely going to try I have beeswax and plenty of fabric . Do you have any recipe's for beeswax polish ? . Loved the tutorial you always come up with fantastic ideas thank you

[@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!

[@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 :)

[@lindagraham2810]

Can't wait to try! How do you store them when not in use?

[@thediymommy]

I lay them flat in a drawer!

[@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!

[@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!

[@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!

[@floatingbeast9641]

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

[@analorenasanchez9285]

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

[@thediymommy]

You bet!

[@consciousbeing912]

Fantastic tutorial...as usual! How are they stored? Many Thanks🌸

[@thediymommy]

I just lay them flat in my drawer :)

[@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 😊

[@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!

[@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.

[@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.

[@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!

[@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?

[@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?

[@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!!

[@rhondadelaney9390]

Great video and I can't wait to try this! Why the jojoba oil instead of another oil?

[@adanunez9143]

I saw another tutorial that explained that jojoba oil has antibacterial properties. She said that any liquid oil should work, so, no coconut oil, according to her.

[@fifisflowers]

I keep meaning to make some of These ~🧀 🍇 🍞 Nice informative Video 🌸

[@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!

[@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.

[@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.

[@worldlystats6146]

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

[@terribrandt8117]

Super! Thanks! One question, how do you store them when not in use?

[@thediymommy]

I lay them flat in a drawer :)

[@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 😊

[@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?

[@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

[@pamstover7598]

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

[@digitalis_]

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

[@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

[@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?

[@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

[@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

[@terrilivingstone2224]

Love this. Can you just use the bees wax without the pine resin and oil? X

[@angelicasoh7305]

Yes, but it will no longer be sticky and less pliable.

[@Lovejesscooffical]

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

[@samlopez5048]

Fold, put with your kitchen towels

[@alteredLori]

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

[@samanthaharrison2502]

I used all the same ingredients and followed the video to a T but my wraps aren’t sticky at all what did I do wrong and how do I fix it?

[@haneenhammad8350]

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

[@cindyziegler2462]

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