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Handmade Teacup Candles
Woops! I’ve caught the crafting bug again. Rather than vegetate in front of the TV every night (which is very tempting after a full day at work and putting three children to bed!) I feel much happier if I create something.
Often, this is done on my knee whilst watching television, but the creative process is very therapeutic. This week, I’ve made two birthday cards and this teacup candle – beautifully vintage.
Here’s how to make it.
But don’t do it on your
knee in front of the TV!
What you will need
Teacup and saucer
Candle wax 110-125g (4-5oz)
Coloured candle die
Saucepans 2
Pre-waxed wire wick 1 (3½in)
Essential oil a few drops, optional
Method
- Place the candle wax in a small saucepan. Add a tiny mount of the chosen die (a little goes a long way and will look darker in the teacup.)
- Put the saucepan over a larger pan of simmering water on the hob. Heat the wax, stirring occasionally.
- Remove from the heat as soon as all the wax chips have melted.
- Place the wick at the bottom of the cup.
- Add a few drops of essential oil to the melted wax, if using, and then pour into the cup.
- Leave to cool and then trim the wick to around 2cm (½in) above the wax.
Good luck.
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