beeswax (pastilles or grated)
candle wick
glass jar
chopstick or wooden skewer
1 tsp of each powdered spice: ginger,
cardamom, cinnamon, nutmeg
double boiler for melting wax
*Note: If you don’t have a
double boiler, you can simply use
a mixing bowl (glass or metal)
and a saucepan that the bowl will
fit on top of.
Instructions
1. Place wick in the middle of jar and secure above the jar
with a chopstick or wooden skewer.
2. Measure out beeswax (use double the size of your
container) and place it in the double boiler over
medium heat. Stir often until wax is fully melted.
3. Remove melted wax from heat and let sit for 3 to 5
minutes. Add in spices and mix until well combined.
4. Pour wax into jar. Be careful to not move the wick
while pouring. Let cool.
5. Once candle is cooled, remove chopstick. Cut the wick
approximately 1-inch above the wax.
6. Your candle is now ready to share!
CHAI SCENTED
CANDLE
W H AT S H O U L D I G I V E ?
Supplies
Candles, lamps, and traditional clay diyas are lit during
the festival of lights, symbolizing the victory of light over
darkness and the triumph of good over evil. It is believed
that the more candles families light, the more likely the
goddess Lakshmi will be tempted to visit, bringing with
her good luck and wealth.
Bring some light and good luck to your celebration
with this easy-to-make candle. Although perfect for gift
giving, these candles smell so wonderful that you may
want to make a few for yourself too.
Everything you need to get started.
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Step 4: Pour wax into jar.
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