Step-by-step instructions
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Step 1
Take the wick and remove the sticker adhesive at the bottom and lace the wick sticky side down into the glass votive
Step 2
Add 200g of wax melts into the glass measuring jug
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Step 3
Place the glass jug in a sauce pan, add a few cm of water to half way cover the wax
Step 4
Place the sauce pan on the stove and let it simmer on a low heat until the wax is melted.
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Step 5
Add a few drops of the essential oil of choice to your wax mixture. The more drops you add, the stronger the scent. Don't over do it!
Step 6
Using the wooden stick, stir wax and oil together to evenly distribute the scent
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Step 7
Place the wick between the chopsticks (without breaking them) to secure it's position
Step 8
Pour your scented wax mixture into the metal container
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Step 9
Let the wax harden and your homemade candle is ready for burning or gifting