Soy wax jar candles

How to make it

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   Stick the wicks

   Press a wick sticker onto each wick tab. Push it into the center of the jar bottom.

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   Melt the wax

   Weigh out 1 lb of wax and melt it in the double boiler. Heat it to 185 F. Never set the pitcher on a bare burner.

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   Add the scent

   Take the wax off the heat at 185 F and pour in the fragrance oil. Stir slowly for 2 full minutes so it binds.

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   Cool, then pour

   Let the wax cool to about 135 F. Pour it slowly into each jar, leaving 1/2 in of space at the top.

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   Center the wicks

   Clip a clothespin across the rim to hold each wick straight up. Leave them alone for 24 hours away from drafts.

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   Trim and cure

   Trim each wick to 1/4 in. Let the candles sit 1 to 2 weeks so the scent gets stronger.

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   Do a long first burn

   Burn it the first time until the melted wax reaches the jar edge, about 1 hour per inch of jar width. This stops tunneling for the life of the candle.