HOW TO MAKE BEESWAX TAPER CANDLES with Rajiv Surendra

[@redcyan77]

Beekeeper here! I have not watched the whole video, yet, but wanted to comment before I forget! Some people may not know that the beautiful light colored wax is from cappings that are removed prior to honey extractions. It is possible to buy wax that is already a bit darker if it comes from older wax that bees have been crawling over for some time. Just didn’t want people to think that if a local beekeeper is selling slightly darker wax, that it was somehow previously heated to a higher temperature.

[@lolatiku]

This man lowers my blood pressure

[@diamondslashranch]

Rajiv’s tutorials are always the best because he thinks of every mistake I’m going to make😂 and addresses them before I start.

[@rajivsurendra]

Yes. Because in the 20 years I've been doing this, I've made every mistake multiple times!

[@cheryldavis8776]

​@rajivsurendra It is thru these mistakes that we learn, grow, and perfect our skills! No mistakes? No learning.

[@elwoodstanislav9068]

Shout out to the cinematographer! I'm a very visual person and when you are able to film your videos at this level of quality, it really makes a difference with the visual, it is much more aesthetic and calming.

[@LindaGregoire-gg2ou]

You have the most multi talent well to draw from . Singing , painting , pottery making , spinning wool , hand sewing , flower arranging , calligraphy , harp playing cooking and your knowledge about antiques . I’m amazed and in awe

[@emilraji4769]

I think you mistake the learnings that Rajiv display, they are not talents but skills. Talent suggest something innate and primordial either you have it or you don’t, I think the point of rajiv’s channel is to say the opposite if you want to learn to do something then do it.

[@1964paoletta]

And he fluently speaks at least three languages!

[@lindagregoire8001]

@@emilraji4769I quess I misspoke trying to communicate my admiration for his skill . I’m sorry

[@cheryldavis8776]

A true Renaissance Man, if you will...😊

[@br6480]

@@lindagregoire8001I understood the meaning of your comment, as I’m sure most others did.

[@linaD08]

Rajiv Surendra University in session!! Thank you Rajiv. You show us what true prosperity is by giving away your secrets as you embark on the next stage of your art, your marketplace. What a delight you are.

[@beeimaginative]

I am a beekeeper and I am so glad to see this video. Beeswax is made from honey. Honey is made by bees by collecting pollen and nectar from plants. Plants make nectar and pollen. This is ambrosia. A very rarefied substance. So, after bees gather the pollen and nectar and make the honey, their bodies excrete the wax from their abdomens. Then, Rajiv gets the wax and makes beautiful candles from this amazing substance. These are very very special candles.

[@phronsiekeys]

The last thing I expected to do this afternoon was watch an hour of beeswax candle making. How lovely it was!

[@novaricos]

love the old Scottish song, it was one of my Nova Scotian Grandmother's favorites. I heard her many times, playing it and other old Scotts songs and old gospel songs, on the piano in the parlour, in the evenings after supper. fond memories, thank you (and you have a lovely voice!)

[@br6480]

I hadn’t heard that song in forever. I as well had Scottish grandparents and had forgotten about this song until Rajiv started singing it.🇨🇦

[@goldiesivy]

Your spirit is sweet and special Rajiv. Knowing you exist brings such joy to my heart. You remind me humans are still wholesome.

[@NajaamPLee]

Rajiv, you are definitely an Ancient One. A very old soul. And it's beautiful ❤🎉🙏🏽🙏🏽

[@Rosepetalscreations]

Spot on! Beautiful way to say it 🥰

[@FishareFriendsNotFood972]

"For me, solving the big problems start with the small problems, what's going on with you, inside your mind". Beautiful words to live by, thank you.

[@zn7zn7zn7]

That's what Gandhi meant when he said, " Be the change you wish to see in the world"

[@slucas6303]

Peter the Great once declared: “I’m a student and I seek teachers.” In my opinion, Rajiv is one of those worthy teachers.

[@sandrasmith7840]

You have got me tearing up over here. Your singing was beautiful. Thank you.

[@carolinaelizabethart]

As a potter, painter, gardener, beekeeper, and teacher (before doing the art thing full time) I admire forever learners, especially those who so generously share their acquired knowledge. Thank you for being such an inspiration. Please walk us through the process of how you create and paint your porcelain pieces, including glazing and firing. I've struggled with getting the cobalt just right, but it looks like you've mastered it.Thank you again and congratulations on all the success on your new online shop. I wish you continued victories. Kindest regards, Carolina Elizabeth

[@DJKBrooklyn]

The joy of making something slowly, by hand, and alone... these videos remind me of what it is to be human and truly alive.

[@angelacross2216]

I think you’ll like this beautiful prayer which is part of our Catholic Easter Vigil, Rajiv: On this, your night of grace, O holy Father, accept this candle, a solemn offering, the work of bees and of your servants' hands, an evening sacrifice of praise, this gift from your most holy Church. But now we know the praises of this pillar, which glowing fire ignites for God's honor, a fire into many flames divided, yet never dimmed by sharing of its light, for it is fed by melting wax, drawn out by mother bees to build a torch so precious.

[@kdhawes7999]

Your Mom would be so proud of you! She did a great job raising you! I truly love your channel.

[@anneredmoon]

You are a treasured gift to us all.

[@smokypoo]

I love to work in silence and specially when doing manual work like this, so beautiful, fulfilling and rewarding. I'm going to try this one out. Thanks Rajiv, for sharing. Inspiring as usual.

[@lowell62]

Your videos are very calming. I too like doing things alone. When the outside world is not swirling around you, when the thoughts and judgements of others are not occupying or influencing, that is when one is free to experience more introspection and to contemplate both the big and the small, the complex and the simple. Perhaps the world be a kinder place if everyone chose their version of candle dipping. Waiting for the opening of your store with much anticipation.

[@rajivsurendra]

Thank you for watching!

[@ladylocust1118]

I've made my own beeswax candles for at least a decade now. The process is slow and methodical which is soothing to the soul. And the smell of the warm wax 😍

[@Sayrshas]

Thank you, fellow Ontarion here. I've worked in education all my life. I've always want to make candles. Beeswax is my favourite. I am grateful to you for teaching this. It is a gift. I cant wait to give it a try. You are a very good teacher. I love your energy. 😊

[@SaffronTrailKitchen]

Never realised the kind of effort and patience required to make these tapered candles - you are amazing!

[@HollyMarieF69]

“You put your hand up on my hip, when I dip, you dip, we dip” I’m feeling the need to channel Kevin Gnapoor 😂🙌🏼 You’re a great teacher, Rajiv! Thanks for all your videos

[@BelindaM44]

Feel free to sing the whole time.❤ I always feel so happy and serene watching your videos! You are a treasure!

[@nathalie4229]

Thank you Rajiv. This video comes at the perfect time as I make my own beeswax candles. I don’t have my own equipment but I go to a special place that pops up in my town every year just right before Christmas ❤

[@nostraa6125]

The harp music's chime sound is echoed in the depiction of swinging candles on the poles. Great editing choice, A+.

[@rajivsurendra]

Thank you! I felt the same way 😊

[@nostraa6125]

@@rajivsurendra Thanks. Someday my messages will be buried in millions of comments. It's nice you're still able to respond personally. Love your videos.

[@chrissiemorton4126]

Amen!

[@knittingPrana]

Your candles are a real Labor of Love and Peace.

[@AshleyAndrews-c6d]

Thank you so much Rajiv!!! Peace begins with usss!!! thank you for telling people in such a kind way!!!

[@Marybarfield64]

When you were singing I imagined how lovely it would be for someone to be sitting outside, drinking their morning coffee, watching you through that window, and listening to you sing. I am certain they would fall in love. ❤

[@dg.hfaqreus777]

Thank you, Rajiv, for always staying on a positive vibe! I love that you love those beautiful things almost forgotten by contemporary, american society. But, we are out here, also appreciating the 'unappreciated', enjoying your attention to detail and the human touch. I also have to mention that your last two videos seem to have a lower volume than usual, i.e. I have to turn up my volume a bit. It's not a big deal but just know you are held in the highest esteem!

[@nlbhaduri]

Rajiv, you are such a natural comedian! I love your goofiness,even when you are teaching us something. I love real candles on the tree. My mother had them when she was little. Her family would collect natural items for the tree all year long such as abandoned bird’s nests or hazelnuts. They would make ornaments out of straw or wood or colored yarn. The tree would be lit with beeswax candles and carefully watched. She was a Latvian farm girl before WWII changed her life. Thank you for sharing your world! Happy Holidays!😢

[@chrissiemorton4126]

Thank you for sharing your story!Yes he is goofy....

[@aparnacafenoir1637]

Rajiv you are the most honest,genuine and inspiring person I have come across. Thank you

[@BelindaM44]

Artist, teacher, therapist, and friend! I thank you for words of wisdom!

[@lmacdonald1281]

Love that you make menorah candles. “The Festival of Lights” is such a beautiful tradition. Shalom.

[@KiffG]

Love how you have appreciation, and see the beaty in things, again, it's a joy to watch you enjoy what you do!! Your videos are a visual of a breath of fresh aire, thank you for sharing with us!!

[@annalynn9325]

I go to a small Orthodox church that is lit with beeswax candles and olive oil lamps, only one electric light for the choir to see their music. I love it

[@MorganaDAlmeida]

Now! This was a seriously well made video Raji. The shots and video quality were phenomenal. Very happy you are getting more professional on the video front, it really helps shine even brighter the amazing content. Thanks for sharing with us!

[@reneelynn444]

I enjoyed this immensely. Did it hurt when you fell out of heaven? Seriously. Your soul is so full of light and beauty. I have heard you sing before, but that song at the beginning was perfection. Thank you for sharing with us!

[@tonirudder5398]

Anyone else having too really turn up the volume to hear Rajiv lately?? Rajiv I'm a huge fan. Keep them comming.

[@didiri355]

This is precious. Thank you for explaining the process so beautifully and effectively!

[@rajivsurendra]

You are so welcome!

[@ajt0319]

To see the childlike wonder in such an old soul is a beautiful thing indeed. ❤

[@msc9950]

I’ve never seen the process of hand dipping candles - what a beautiful labor of love!!

[@GoogleAccount-hz2co]

I love the fact that you put passion in everything that you do. I found this video. Very interesting. You explained candlemaking with understandable details.

[@rajivsurendra]

Thank you for noticing!

[@newfoundland3238]

The singing in the beginning made me sleepy and wanting to nap.Charming video I will do this.I have been carrying (moving)around a block purchased of beeswax from when I lived in Newfoundland Canada now living in Connecticut.Perfect Christmas craft.After nap,....candlemaking! Have a lovely Christmas season/Winter.Cheers!

[@lindajanke6194]

Thank you for all the excellent information! I had a friend who kept bees and he would give me honey with the comb. I always rendered my beeswax to use for quilting and beading threads. This was so relaxing. I too, love my alone time, but I love people too. It's all about balance.

[@savitriseegobin3818]

You are most awesome in sharing the gift you offer us. I truly appreciate your sharing not just the skill but with such intensity of kindness. I love how you light up in the delight of your craft.

[@chrismyers46]

Best high school ever! Greetings from a 1984 alumna. Your videos are so calming and informative.

[@JY-zq5jk]

Congratulations, all your beautiful items sold out! I’ll try again next time.

[@nostraa6125]

You have EXCEPTIONAL TEACHING SKILLS!!!

[@AngelwingsAmanda]

Thank you for being you Rajiv, you make my heart sing, Amanda 🙏

[@sandrasinanian2710]

Just watching you can calm one down. Yes the benefit of 'crafting' is calm, concentration, all constructive. And by doing so creates an appreciation for things 'handmade', a quality that does not appear otherwise!! Thank you!

[@Muffy.from-Oz]

I can smell them now.. thank you Rajiv. You brought back memories of the pillar candles I used to make for my teachers at High School in the 60's to make pocket money. I knew nothing so I used to colour the wax with melted crayons to tint some of the wax...trippy! I also used to hand paint shirts and sew clothes for them. Being poor made me creative and inventive and gave me great pleasure. Your philosophy on the small things is refreshing to hear now. Cheers, Muffy

[@Marie-n6v]

I made beeswax candles a few years ago and it was so fun, but it took a whole day because I was using cobbled-together equipment. Seeing you make candles, I now want to invest in some better equipment so that I can make candles again.

[@laurenaliciaaily]

Rajiv I would love to hear more about your childhood and how you grew up to be such an amazing person! Hearing the early years of Rajiv would be so fun and interesting :)

[@rajivsurendra]

I wrote all about my childhood in my book, “The Elephants in My Backyard” ❤

[@borge2014]

Great lesson, as now I see how real handmade candles are made, thanks for passing on the knowledge Rajiv, and Mrs. Burke must be so proud of you. ✨

[@laurensouthgate2458]

Thank Rajiv for keeping this skill alive they are beautiful.

[@rens1030]

Everything you show and tell is so esthetical pleasing, my heart expands with warmth. Thank you delightfull man, for the inspirations with beauty :) Ofcourse also compliments to the wielder of the camera, great job! Groetjes from Nederland

[@RKsOnceLovedVintage]

I remember when we hand dipped tapers along with making other bees wax items. Like You we bought our wax from a local bee keeper. Even then it was cheaper than other avenues.

[@roshirahmati1603]

Rajiv! It is sooooo relaxing watching you, I had no idea how much time it takes to make candles. By the way you have a wonderful voice.

[@animishakunduru46]

You make living, making art, and everything else so meditative. ✨

[@donnamurphy1871]

You have inspired me to try this! Thank you so much. It truly is all about the small stuff. 🕯️

[@rajivsurendra]

GREAT! Good luck, have fun.

[@happycamper4328]

You have the best choice in little Irish ditties and sing the beautifully!❤

[@tonirudder5398]

Handmade by Rajiv is well worth the money. He is creating everything with love

[@minniek4679]

Thank you for the wonderful tutorial. I adore your simple set and equipment. So excited to do this.

[@lasanperlman4309]

You are such a treasure

[@deborahdesigner3226]

I can listen to your beautiful voice all day!!!!!!!!❤

[@Esther-ps3vx]

Rajiv, you are such a great teacher. Your videos are so calming and inspiring.

[@08pepperdog]

Throughly enjoyed that video. Thank you!

[@marieeliseherman6084]

Rajiv! Your content is what I love and need... thank you 🥰

[@sharon7785]

I absolutely love your creativity and your drive to do the things that make you happy and fulfilled, I literally love everything about you, sending love and light from Bonnie Scotland 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 ❤ xx

[@glass-yuzu]

Dipping candles is so relaxing, as you've portrayed so well in this video. This can also be done with rice bran wax , which luckily we can source locally here in Taiwan, and it's a lovely wax to use! Similar colour to beeswax, but a bit harder and a higher melting point. Lovely slow burning candles, and like beeswax it's pretty smokeless and healthier than a lot of other waxes. Thank you for reminding me I need to make a new batch for the coming months...

[@masgrimes]

I haven't had the pleasure of meeting you yet, Rajiv, but I really hope our paths cross someday. I loved this one.

[@cdv706]

Your voice is absolutely beautiful and relaxing. Beautiful song too.

[@mn-le5zp]

love this longer form of videos! got me through finishing up a paper I didn't want to work on :)

[@jenniferhazell9488]

Beautiful singing voice splendid xx

[@adelamoon]

I'm first!!! I look forward to your videos every week! When you said you made Chunnukah candles, you truly melted my heart like chocolate gelt....🤩❤❤❤

[@powersandassoentdorothya8981]

❤❤❤❤❤❤❤ wow We CELEBRATE YOU🔥🔥🔥🔥 Peace and Blessings Stay Encouraged and Encouraging 🌹 Be Good To Yourself 🙏💜🕯️

[@claudiamann7111]

Beautiful candles. Thank you so much for sharing this with us. Beeswax is wonderful to work with. You can also make great ornaments using simple molds. I have made them for Easter and Halloween also.

[@Crystalh39]

Very lovely and detailed video on candle making. I would love to try this one day. Thank you! ❤ I just wanted to share that it’s not recommended to boil rocks or put them in hot water. Certain types of rocks, especially those with internal cracks or trapped water, can crack or even explode when exposed to sudden high heat from boiling water, particularly with repeated heating.

[@lizhopkins6926]

Oh, Rajiv you've done it again. Captured my damn HEART. I adore you. Thank you for this and I hope to buy some of your candles soon. 🕯🕯🕯

[@SV-gc4bx]

Great instruction video ! I want to make candles this month ! Thank you!

[@rajivsurendra]

Yay! Do it!!

[@TalkingBoomslang]

Thank you so much Rajiv! I would love to also see how you make the pillars!

[@cathabeth1]

This was lovely thank you. You've been my favourite KZbinr for many many years 🤩

[@sparklingfay]

This was so relaxing to watch!😅 Also interesting of course! We actually do have a local beekeeper 🐝🐝🐝 right across the street from whom we get delicious honey 🍯 Gotta ask him, if he sells wax, too. Thank you for this great instruction!🙏☺️ I also loved your contemplations about the human mind and how to contribute to a change.❤️👍

[@sandrasicolo6594]

Bravo!🎉 Sei di grande ispirazione! Thank uou Rajiv ❤

[@beckyscarcello4705]

What a beautiful process, truly art.

[@Sheila-wb7rt]

Perfect for All you Wonderful Introverts😊❤ TY

[@ericadancewithme]

I was searching for your previous candle video and noticed it was taken down (I also questioned if I imagined watching you dip candles in your living room 😅) but now that you’ve a new candle video up I feel all is well again :)

[@pamera88]

I love youuu Rajiv ❤ you make me live the present moment

[@Cheekycupcake-d5j]

Rajiv I love your video’s and you!!!❤❤❤❤❤❤the candles are beautiful ❤❤❤❤ and so is your singing❤❤❤❤❤

[@MaryStearns-mn6te]

I've never mad candles before, but I'm thinking that if you wanted to top off your wax, you could use a vegetable peeler (designated for wax) and make a bunch of peels of wax to add to your melted wax a little at a time or to your top off can. The thin peels might melt alot faster than a chunk. I love watching your channel. You're good for the soul!❤❤

[@rajivsurendra]

What are mad candles??

[@jetlagen]

@@rajivsurendra I think it was a typo and it is 'made candles'

[@cheryldavis8776]

​@@jetlagen Did you not know that you can EDIT your comments? You can ask me how, or simply Ggogle the question!

[@jetlagen]

@@cheryldavis8776 Thank you, that is very kind of you. But I was not referring to my own comment but to the one made by @MaryStearns-mn6te. :)

[@mariskaharris1712]

So interesting and fun to watch! Thank you for sharing your knowledge 😊

[@rachelrenteria1504]

A man of many talents & master of them all ..luv the videos Thank u. 👍♥️

[@rebecanelson207]

Thanks. The beauty in the supposed ordinary. Best on your sale of your goods. Happy Holidays. 🎄🎄🌍🌍🍎🍎

[@ES-pz2gg]

what you have said is ,all the guru's teach on meditation! My guru is Sadguru.....You have a gift....

[@gerigowers8318]

Wow, jus saw the e-mail about your shop being open and poof! everything's sold out! Congratulations!! I'll try to be more on top of it in January.

[@di4085]

Watching this is therapeutic and interesting. ❤

[@rebekawhale823]

So gorgeous, thanks Rajiv! I love every video. Appreciate the thoroughness, delight in the details and how you weave in songs and cheeky jokes, poems, little life-stories…Wholesome, heartwarming, comforting, healing, practical goodness. Love your emphasis on natural materials, the well-made, handmade and long lasting. I’m so here for this! Thank you so much. 💝

[@rajivsurendra]

Thanks! Glad you enjoyed it.