The perfect accompaniment to any candle and wax melt business, tea lights are super simple to make and stock! Read our guide below to learn how to make your very own scented and coloured tea lights!!
What you need:
- Sasol Tea Light Wax
- Purple Chip Dye
- Clear Polycarbonate Tealight Cups 38x19mm
- TL15/s.33 40mm – Tealight Wicks
- Wick Centering Tool
- Scales
- Thermometer
- Pouring Jug
- Chosen Fragrance
- Saucepan
- Bowl
Step 1 – Measure
Firstly using your bowl and scales, measure out around 20 grams of Sasol Tea Light Wax.
We like to use this wax as it exhibits a great scent throw, vibrant colours, and a smooth finish.
Step 2 – Melt
Next up, fill your pan halfway with boiling water, melting your wax on a medium to low heat and stirring until melted.
Once your wax has melted, you can take it off the heat to cool.
If you prefer to melt your max in the microwave, you can do so by placing your wax in a container on a medium heat for 5 minutes stopping at 30-second intervals to stir.
If your wax is not completely melted, stir and put it back in the microwave until melted.
Step 3 – Colour
Add your chosen colour liquid or chip dye to your wax and stir.
We have opted for green chip dye to create a festive green candle!
You can add your dye at any temperature, just remember to stir thoroughly.
Step 4 – Fragrance
Let your wax cool to 65 degrees before adding your chosen fragrance oil.
We have a range of Fragrances to choose from!
Step 5 – Prepare
Transfer your melted wax into your pouring jug.
Place your wick stick ums onto the end of your tea light wick and place in the centre of your cup.
Step 6 – Pour
Pour your wax slowly and carefully into your cup!
Add your wick centering tool and leave to set for at least 24 hours before lighting!
Step 7 – Add your tool
Add your wick centering tool and leave to set for at least 24 hours before lighting!
Done!
That’s it! A super simple tea light!
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