how to make a wooden wick candle 🕯

[@Model2MoM82]

This was very helpful. Virgin coconut creme is the BEST wax I have ever used hands down. My customers love the throw it gives and the wooden wicks give it that extra special touch.

[@haleyreppond8978]

What does throw mean?

[@linkzyofficial]

haley reppond no idea.. maybe how far the scent reaches? Idk

[@Stellabelleandhappy]

haley reppond it means how strong is the scent of the fragrance oil

[@karijaneify]

@@haleyreppond8978 how well/strong the scent spreads through your room.

[@hellskitchenkritterandfrie3372]

Def worth the price?

[@josieforshaw5616]

Those rose gold wick trimmers though! Where did you source that and the cutting knife?

[@brentfalso1571]

Informative video and fun to watch. The finished candles look amazing and I'm sure they smell wonderful too!

[@makesyofficial]

Thanks Brent!

[@vickigibson8964]

You’re a very good instructor. Great job.

[@jasblick9984]

Awesome video. God bless

[@makesyofficial]

Thanks for the visit!

[@mariheerlyn5093]

They make it so easy for you with their Professional videos. They lay out every step for you. Their website has additional tools to help, as well as all of the materials needed to be successful, whether as a hobby or as a business. Additionally they have classes !!! Best thing ever !!! Took all I learned from the video and put it into practical applications. An all in one, inclusive Company !!! Thank you so much !!!

[@MrKaebee]

very good presentation

[@makesyofficial]

Thanks so much :)

[@AliciaMonicaTV]

Was there supposed to be so much wax leftover in the pouring can? It seems like you were cutting just enough wax and adding the 2 oz of fragrance oil to accommodate just those two vessels but then there seemed to be a lot left over? Just wanted to see if I was missing something. Thanks! :)

[@theresaspearing7283]

I've worked in the fragrance industry for 20 years. This is an amateur video. You should actually weigh out the amount of wax you need for however many vessels you have, melt, add fragrance and pour. You shouldn't really "eyeball" the wax and add the fragrance, it really is an amateur way of doing things.

[@alleyj826]

@@theresaspearing7283 that came off so rude

[@makesyofficial]

Hi Theresa! This is a kit with pre-measured wax and fragrance so no need to measure here :)

[@bluelot7546]

just used your FABULOUS wax - it is 1,000 times better to work with than what I have tried - looking forward to them finishing their cure to see what hot scent throw is like

[@tymiabenton141]

Which wax did you choose?

[@fplzbb]

Great video, thanks! It seems to me that using the wick clip is letting a large amount of wax unmelted at the bottom when the candle will be lit, no? Seems very high to me. Are there any solutions out there to minimize that height? Thanks!

[@makesyofficial]

Thanks for your comment! Our wick clips are made at a safety height set by the National Candle Association. This height stops the candle from overheating as it burns down so it doesn't combust. We do have a low profile wick clip that can be used for smaller vessels but we wouldn't recommend them for the large ones as they become a safety hazard. makesy.com/products/low-profile-wick-clips?_pos=1&_sid=d4d655d62&_ss=r

[@leonortavarez9204]

If the wax was exactly measured for 2 candles, why was there so much liquid wax left over? feels like there may be a better formula for this. water weight inside the vessel is not the same for wax weight.

[@krystinaleecrocker307]

She didn't add in tge fragrance oils to the vessel weight

[@krystinaleecrocker307]

You gotta add wax and fragrance oil both to see how much u have for the containers

[@leebeech9605]

She didn't say to fill the vessel with water then weight it, she said fill the vessel with water and put into a measuring cup to see how much liquid you need, which is not the same as the weight. you're better off melting down more wax than not enough..

[@jodierockett]

I melt wax and pour it into my vessel while it’s on the scale.. that’s the only way to actually know how much wax you’ll need.. that way you want have any left over. You have to do a tester

[@joanneneece9309]

Not a candle maker (yet). You should have your apron embroidered with your business name.

[@vincemount6802]

Awesome vid! Glad to be signed up now, and have my first order in!

[@makesyofficial]

Yay! How's the candle making going?

[@Geoffrey.howell]

I love the crackle of wooden wicks!

[@nancycabaup1031]

Can you substitute popsicles sticks for wood wicks? Thank you for your time and consideration.

[@makesyofficial]

I am not confident a popsicle stick would be safe or stay lit, however, this is not something we have tested.

[@ivonvalle2683]

Question at what temperature did you pour into the jars. How many ounces of fragrance did you used for the 2 jars. Ty

[@makesyofficial]

We recommend mixing and pour between 189-190 degrees F for Virgin Coconut Soy and Coco Apricot Creme wax.

[@dougkatona6511]

Can't wait to make more candles with your supplies!

[@skinnydoggyz]

shes enchanting

[@makesyofficial]

thank you ;)

[@joebagjoebag3152]

do u boil the water before u put i the pour cup & wax to melt??

[@makesyofficial]

Hi Joe! Fill a stove-safe pot with water until the water reaches approximately 3” (12.7cm) height. Pre-heat the water until it is barely simmering (not boiling). The wait until your wax reaches about 180, then you're ready to pour!

[@georgiewilliams8758]

Can you sometimes double the wick if the wooden wick doesn’t create a full melt pool?

[@moreadventure3627]

I would like to know too

[@makesyofficial]

YES! :)

[@reneezettek9230]

Wow, you're awesome. My ex-husband is always buying these great smelling candles. They're in mason jars but nothing else. However, they do smell awesome. The woman who makes uses soy wax. But, then a thought came about learning to make our own candles. And, what happens, lol. I found your site completely on accident. Thank you. God Bless.

[@makesyofficial]

Amazing!! Happy Making! Much luck and success to your candle making journey! Reach out if you have any questions! :)

[@reneezettek9230]

@@makesyofficial Absolutely, I'm planning on mailing you my 1st homemade candle. Because, your site is my inspiration and I'll be trying, lol, your recipes. God Bless.

[@nikoletadart]

hiya, great video.:) Do you ship the essential oils in Europe? Thank you

[@makesyofficial]

Yes we do!

[@agdakatarsis313]

Thank u for all videos, those are really helpful

[@makesyofficial]

Glad you like them!

[@stephaniesaunders1526]

Excellent tutorial

[@marisoldiaz6850]

Hello there. thank you for to share. how do you know what size of wood wick you need for differents size of candles?

[@makesyofficial]

Hey Marisol! We kindly ask that you use our wick calculator woodenwick.com/pages/wick-selection-guide

[@trinaj217]

I work with your coconut apricot wax and am I correct that there is only a 72 hr cure time? I previously let my candles cure for 14 days using the same wax. At 72 hrs will I have the same strong hot throw or is it the longer they cure the stronger the ht?

[@makesyofficial]

That's correct! 72 hours is enough time for the coco apricot creme wax and its fragrance molecules to fully cure. In our testing, the throw is the same :)

[@ASihr-kp8pp]

Since the fragrances from wooden wick is so concentrated, does less have to be added for same throw as if a lot more of a regular fragrance? Also can you make a video on the new spiral wick. Thank you very much.

[@makesyofficial]

Hi there! We recommend using around 10% all the way up to 12% :) Thanks for the suggestion, feedback is always great!

[@alexwilson8859]

So far i made 3 batches of candles, first two were the same scent and oil, and had like a almost crumbly top. I read that was because of poring while it cooled down too much. The second batch came out really good with different oil and wax but just had small sink-age around the wick. This video is very helpful for new makers but I was kind of just curious about wooden wicks themselves.

[@audree-annegrondin9111]

Hello Charlotte, Where can I find a cutter wax like yours ? Thank you :)

[@makesyofficial]

Check back soon as we will be offering some new cutters!

[@andrearusso6283]

Hello thank you for the help . I have a question about temperature in the melting pot. You put the thermometer in the center Or the side to see the right temperature of wax before add fragrance or pouring. Change a lot .

[@makesyofficial]

Place the temperature in the center and do not let it touch the bottom of your pitcher. :) Stir the wax intermittently, but using the double boiler method (wax in water) helps ensure a more even heating and melting of the wax.

[@Rhudeboy]

Making my candles at this moment. I hope they come out good!

[@makesyofficial]

Nice!

[@mav6805]

Super excited to start making my candles. Thanks for the steps!

[@johnnywilks5971]

Hi,I have not had a wood wick that crackles,are there different types,and if so where do I get the crackle type.

[@makesyofficial]

Hi Johnny! Yes, not all wooden wicks crackle equally. Please visit our Wick Selection Guide for suggestions on the right crackling wick for your wax type: woodenwick.com/wick-selection-guide/

[@isabel5campos]

Thank you for the videos. I am curious if you one can add small dried flowers to the wax mix? Or would that cause issues later as it burns?

[@makesyofficial]

We don't suggest using them as they can catch on fire! :)

[@Amoon1212]

Can i choose any wooden stick type? Or is there a specific type

[@makesyofficial]

Your wick will depend on your wax type and vessel. Here's a guide to help you determine the best wick for your candle: woodenwick.com/pages/new-wick-selection-guide

[@jamcolejamcole779]

So for the coconut soy wax you add the FO at 180 and pour into vessel at 180?

[@kiamarsh76]

I heat it up to 185 and then put my FO. Remove the pitcher at the 185 and stir my FO for 2-3 minutes. By that time the wax will be at 180 for you to pour. Hope this helps, and good luck on your candle making. 😉

[@erikamelissa4971]

Where do you get your candle jars from?

[@makesyofficial]

Hey Erika! The vessel used in the video can be found here woodenwick.com/products/milk-thistle-metal-tin?_pos=1&_sid=666a45bdf&_ss=r

[@joaquinrodriguez1015]

I see in this video you have the monaco vessel with 3 wooden wicks? what size are they? and is this the coconut apricot wax. thanks

[@emmanuelgonzalez422]

At what temperature is it ok to pour the wax into the vessel?

[@makesyofficial]

Hi Emmanuel! That totally depends on the type of wax you're using :)

[@adinahotilovac16]

So the fragrance can be added in immediately? No need to wait for the wax to cool?

[@makesyofficial]

Each fragrance is different and you will want to add it at the recommended flashpoint! ☺️

[@bunnylou4993]

Curious why my cocosoy whisper wood wicked candles have a blackish-gray soot residue remaining on top of my candles after they’ve cooled. Is this normal?

[@makesyofficial]

Hi Bunny! There could be multiple reasons why this is happening. We kindly ask that you reach out to our customer service team with a photo of what you're experiencing for the best advice on what to do in your situation. They can be contacted here woodenwick.com/pages/contact-us

[@thotess]

Do you have a video of how to make ritual tea lights or normal sized vessel non scented candles with crystals?

[@makesyofficial]

Hello! Please check out this video :) kzbin.info/www/bejne/e6i3pKGog76NlZY

[@julieaviles2458]

I have been researching candle making for several months now and finally ordered some supplies from the WWCo. The Virgin Coconut Soy is beautiful and creamy:) I have started my testing for 2 different jar oz sizes and have had to change out one of the wicks for another which is now working great giving me a nice full melt pool but I've noticed that even after 2 hours of burning my wax looks brown as if it's stained. The parameters for melt pool depth, flame height are right as well.....not sure why it's staining?? Also noticed that as the wax cools its starting to cave in the center?? Any tips for me? Thanks so much! Julie

[@makesyofficial]

Hi Julie! Wooden wicks will stain wax a little bit due to naturally occurring tannins in the wood. This is unavoidable unless you use our Whisper Variety. Also, it could be happening if there is vanillin in your fragrance which will also pigment the wax slightly.

[@julieaviles2458]

@@makesyofficial So my findings have been that there was a FO that was doing this as well as with the WWC crackling booster wicks #.03, which was the recommended wick if I'm not mistaken. I tried the whisper wicks with and without the booster and is burning great so far! I LOVE that the majority of the waxes for these set of tested candles are staying that creamy white!! YES!! :)

[@brittanywatson8821]

Just made candles for the first time to gift to my bridesmaids! The candles look stunning, but I'm wondering how to fix "sink-pits" around the wick after they've fully set. Thank you!

[@makesyofficial]

Congrats!! We suggest buying a heat gun (see Makers Supplies) on our website. Check out this tutorial! kzbin.info/www/bejne/pqjceq13p5magcU

[@MyLittleSuri]

I just made my first candle with the coconut soy blend wax and two of your blends! Love your simple step by step video. What is the best way to clean my tools afterwards?

[@makesyofficial]

Amazing! Soap and water or you can use alcohol if you need! :)

[@makesyofficial]

Congrats on making your first candle!

[@Erinv_]

Thank you for this awesome video! why do you use 2 wooden wicks for each candle?

[@Thunder8oi]

Its a type of wood wick, theres like 3 or 4 different styles.

[@girlsrock38]

Which wooden wick type do you recommend for use in JOY wax?

[@leonorawilliams1916]

I enjoyed e video however I'm still confused of which wick is which. I ordered the sample kit. Is the .03 booster wick the widest wick in the cracking booster wick. 03? Thanks in advance.

[@makesyofficial]

Happy to help clarify! The .03 is referring to the wick's thickness and the other number ie .375, .5, .625 etc are referring to the width!

[@leonorawilliams1916]

@@makesyofficial ok thank you

[@ashleydavila4586]

What wick size are u using? I bought those exact vessels from you guys!! Please

[@makesyofficial]

For the Aura we recommend using a .625 width to burn test and your thickness will vary based on your wax type. You can reference our Wick Selection Guide here: makesy.com/pages/makesy-wick-selection-guide

[@lynnjepson8218]

can this be remelted? I made too much, and had already added the FO. Is this a problem?

[@nicolestoeckel4448]

Where do I find the awesome wax cutter?!?

[@courtneyhealey7748]

The candle that is burning in the background is that an aura vessel? If so what colour?

[@makesyofficial]

Yes it is a blush Aura! :) woodenwick.com/products/matte-blush-aura?_pos=1&_sid=2a021c0a7&_ss=r

[@cek8x8]

Out of curosity, why would you use a double pot to melt the wax in water? as opposed to just directly placing the pot of wax on the burner top to melt. thanks for sharing this video!

[@makesyofficial]

This stops the wax from burning similar to how chocolate can burn :) It also helps you control the temp more easily!

[@susanamarin7342]

The website doesn’t necessarily tells you which wick to use, inside the sample bag comes a bunch of sizes and they are mixed I’m still trying to find out which one is which it doesn’t tell you. On the website only says (.02) after I selected my wax and jar size. So I ordered a sample but inside there are 7 sizes of wood wicks so which one is it ?? Extremely confusing and I bought a bunch of wicks thinking a guide was included or something. If I test all of them it would take about 6 months this is crazy!

[@makesyofficial]

Hi there! The wick selection guide is a starting place for burn testing. The .02 is referring to the thickness of the wick. The other sizes are referring to the widths. The widths vary in size. We recommend first trying the width that the wick selection guide gives you. You can also reference this video here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/gH69imp_ga-Uibs

[@daphneyjeanpierre2754]

I have a question, so I did a few testing candles and none of them gave me a hot throw. I think it’s because I didn’t allow it to cure for at least 2-3 days. Also maybe it’s the type of fragrance oil I used. Does the type of fragrance oil matter in order to get a better hot throw.

[@lowentatze8968]

I'm working with rapeseed wax but sadly this alternative is not listed on your selection guide :( any suggestions which wooden wick to use?

[@makesyofficial]

Hi there! Since rapeseed is a natural wax blend, we suggest choosing "Natural Blends with Soy" as the most comparable option from our Wick Selection Guide: woodenwick.com/pages/wick-selection-guide. Rapeseed isn't as common in the US, but we do have many European customers using it!

[@MrLime89]

Hello! Such an informative video! Thank you! My only problem is wick doesn’t want to burn to the very bottom, and that leave a lot of unburnt candle. Any tips?

[@makesyofficial]

Oh no! Please reach out to our team here for some tips on how to fix this :) woodenwick.com/pages/contact-us

[@xitsbria]

If your full amount is 10oz and you’re using 1oz of fragrance per vessel should you measure out 9oz of wax instead so that you don’t have leftover wax

[@TheEmpyroN]

Hello, yes she should have measured out 20 ounces of her virgin coconut soy wax and then added her 2 ounces of fragrance oil if she wanted 10% fragrance load. Her math in the video was to fill two 11 ounce vessels. I'm a professional candle maker who can help if you have more questions.

[@gladystrujillo4309]

Is any black smoke from wooden wicks bad? Even if it’s burning well, sometimes I get a puff of black smoke every 2 min or so.

[@makesyofficial]

that is personal preference. some makers want zero smoke whatsoever and would rather wick down for a potentially smaller melt pool. in this case, since it is really intermittent, it sounds like it most likely is occurring from a draft :)

[@camilleb85]

Hiiiii :) Just a little problem: I am in the Czech Republic. I've purchased two of those candles here (really expensive) and I would love to make one for myself.. or more... :) nut I don't have a clue how or where to get all the equipment! Pleeease can you help me? Anyone..... Cheers from Brno, capital of Moravia ;)

[@makesyofficial]

Yes! Of course! I would suggest starting with purchasing a few vessels, a wax slab, a fragrance discovery kit, and a wick sample kit from woodenwick.com :)

[@martanemccier4739]

this video is helpful but when i try to click on the links to buy what you used in the video the link leads to a page that cannot be found 😐

[@makesyofficial]

Hi! This should be fixed :)

[@leonellhowell3217]

Hi, where can I purchase a double boiler like yours please.

[@makesyofficial]

you can buy the pouring pitcher here: makesy.com/products/black-pouring-pitcher?variant=37029274222746 and any cheap pot from amazon will work!

[@abbywilson6457]

I would love to use wooden wicks but they don't stay lit. I have tried using less oil and then more oil. I have also poured at the appropriate temperature the wax calls for and I have added in the oil at the appropriate temperate too. They do work better with coconut wax but I would like to work with soy as its cheaper. They never stay lit in my soy wax. The first burn the flame goes out within 30 seconds. I have tried using smaller wicks and the bigger dual wicks. I have made the decision to use only cotton wicks.

[@csandrarosetta7097]

I’ve had this same problem, but only with these wicks, for some reason. I bought a pack from Hobby Lobby and they’ve all burned fine, so I don’t really know what else to try. I’m still in the learning stage right now so I usually use soy wax to help with my budget, but the wicks never stay lit for me.

[@makesyofficial]

Hi Abby! We are so sorry we missed your comment. This means that you're not using the right wooden wick size for your candle wax and diameter width. We recommend starting with our Wick Selection Guide here: makesy.com/pages/makesy-wick-selection-guide

[@lindsayspellman]

did you have to soak the wicks first?

[@makesyofficial]

You do not!

[@kaitlynyoung5849]

Does anyone know where she got this thermometer?

[@makesyofficial]

We sell this thermometer! Check it out here: woodenwick.com/collections/maker-tools/products/digital-thermometer

[@dianamendonca622]

My candle makes a big hole when it burns and it burns only a part! How can I do to burn evenly?

[@makesyofficial]

you most likely need to increase the width of your wick so it burns a wider melt pool!

[@alissiaadorni9669]

i thought we are spoused to take away 1 Fromm the suggested fill?

[@kahlillarigby2567]

Can I just use a saucepan to melt the wax, and heat till it’s liquid or do I need all this fancy stuff

[@makesyofficial]

putting the wax directly into a saucepan can "scorch" the wax. we definitely recommend the double boiler method!

[@arianabarlow9351]

Hi! Thanks for the video. I've tried making a few candles now but I always seem to get air bubbles and have to pour another layer over the top. How do I stop this? Thanks

[@TheEmpyroN]

Hello Ariana, when I began making candles for the first time I was having the same issue. What worked for me was slowing down my stirring pace so it didn't create bubbles in the wax, and pouring at a rate that also didn't cause air bubbles and pouring my wax between 150 and 170 F. You can also heat your vessels in the oven for a minute at the lowest oven time as well. This helps your wax adhere to the sidewalls of your vessels and promotes even cooling. My question for you is are you experiencing a sink hole on or near the wick as well?

[@brookemahaffey7891]

Mine won’t stay lit. 🙄 every time I make them

[@makesyofficial]

Sounds like you're using the wrong sized wick for your wax type! Shoot us an email at [e-mail] and one of our customer service agents can assist you! :)

[@kimberlytaylor6538]

I love this I’m going to try this wax 🥰

[@couchcrumedia2426]

You said, the vessels hold 11 oz so you cut that much weight of wax to fill that. But the “fill” ounces should be liquid ounces… not weight ounces.. right??? I’m confused by this

[@makesyofficial]

We recommend using weight volume vs liquid volume for candle making as its more precise. So you'd weigh 11 oz of solid wax on your digital scale before melting :)

[@k-lo9321]

You guys should include the vessel diameter on the website so your customers arent forced to buy the discovery kit as well as the wicks,, or just dont include that quiz feature

[@makesyofficial]

Noted! Thank you for your feedback :) We always take these into consideration!

[@sharonjouret4602]

How do you cut down the tube wick length to fit height of candle?

[@danaparsonsliquidcosmosart2669]

Water fill won't tell you the wax weight.. wax and water don't weigh the same

[@lifewithamberb]

Water weight and wax weight are different.

[@makesyofficial]

Correct! We recommend using the scale instead of measuring in liquid oz :)

[@gull_s]

3:58 wick which to use lol

[@makesyofficial]

:) With wick is which!?

[@st-od8mt]

not detailed enough. didn't give heat temp or show how to properly cut the wick.

[@alleyj826]

they showed and explained both of those things...

[@wesboatwright4660]

Is anyone else having trouble with the wooden wicks from wooden wick Co? They are going out after 30 seconds of burning.

[@makesyofficial]

Hey Wes! Self-extinguishing wicks are a sign you need to increase your thickness and the wick is not compatible with your wax type. What wax and wick are you using now?

[@moreadventure3627]

I didn't know making candle was so hard. It requires math and science to be able to make a perfect candle. From picking the correct wick to the temperature to the wax measurement. gosh

[@makesyofficial]

Candle making is a science of it's own

[@secreteobsession3584]

Are u not to soak the wooden wick in oil first

[@makesyofficial]

Hi there! There is no need to do this with our wicks :)

[@sadeiona8970]

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[@lesliele1298]

did she just pour the whole essential oil bottle for 2 small candles??😳

[@cameshachandler2983]

It was 2 oz she poured in. The proper amount for the wax amount

[@makesyofficial]

We used a 10% fragrance load for the 2 candles which would be 1 oz per candle.

[@Seb_O]

no need wait 24h just put in freezer :D

[@makesyofficial]

Freezers are great in a pinch but we wouldn't recommend putting a whole batch in the freezer as it risks cooling to quickly and causing sink holes or other unsightly things!

[@Steven-oh6id]

lots of good information, but listening to the presenter was painful; with her "valley girl" voice.