Thinking of making DIY lavender candles? Not only are these aromatic, but they can also help relieve stress, insomnia, and anxiety. Here are some easy steps you can follow.
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Easy DIY Lavender Candles For Your Homestead
What You’ll Need
- Lavender essential oil
- Dried lavender flowers or buds
- 1 cup candle (or soy wax flakes as alternative)
- 1/2 coconut oil
- Candle wick with tab, medium
- Double broiler
- Skewer or chopsticks
- 10 in. twine
- Scissors
- 8 oz. size mason jar
- Optional: other essential oils (chamomile, citrus, grapefruit, etc.)
Step 1: Cut the Lavender Stems
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Cut several stems of the lavender flower the same height as the mason jar.
Step 2: Melt First Batch of Candle Wax
Using a double broiler, melt a portion of the candle wax by submerging the container in boiling water. Stir it with a spoon or chopsticks. The first batch will be used to hold the stems and wick in place.
When the wax is fully melted, you will see that it will melt to only around half of its size in solid form.
Step 3: Add the Stems In the Jar
Before you deal with the melted wax, place 4-5 stems around the inside of the mason jar. Use a spoon to get a bit of wax and pour a little bit on the base of the stems to hold it in place.
If you have extra dried petals, you can also add some of them at the bottom of your candle mold.
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Step 4: Place the Wick In
Using a chopstick, wrap the end of the candle wick, long enough for the base to reach the bottom of the jar. Dip the metal base into the melted wax before you position it in the middle of the container.
Step 5: Melt the Rest Of the Wax
Following the instructions in the first step, melt the rest of the wax to be used for the candle.
Step 6: Add in the Essential Oil
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As soon as the candle wax is melted, add 4-5 drops of the lavender essential oil into the broiler. Stir completely after.
Step 7: Pour the Melted Wax Into the Jar
Carefully pour the wax into the candle mold and make sure that the wicks of the lavender candles are still in place. Since the wax is really hot, you can wear some cooking gloves for protection.
Let it cool completely. It will take around 10-15 minutes or more to completely cool. Trim the excess wick after.
Tip: Put the jars on top of some newspapers to avoid getting the wax everywhere. Do not throw the excess wax down the drain to prevent clogging.
For the finishing touches, take the twine and tie a ribbon around the candle. You can add a small stem in the knot to complete the look.
Or copy this inspiration for a simple DIY Lavender candle look.
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Essential Oils Combination for Stress-Relief and Relaxation
Here are some essential oils combination that you can try for your next batch of lavender candles:
- 30 drops of lavender oil + 15 drops of peppermint oil
- 30 drops of lavender oil + 10 drops of cinnamon oil
- 20 drops of lavender oil + 20 drops of peppermint oil
- 15 drops of lavender oil + 15 drops of eucalyptus oil + 15 drops of spearmint oil
- 20 drops of lavender oil + 10 drops of ylang-ylang oil + 10 drops of chamomile oil
- 15 drops of lavender oil + 15 drops of ylang-ylang oil + 15 drops of orange oil
Essential Oils Combination for Energy
Feeling a bit lethargic? Here are some oils that can give you a quick pick-me-up when mixed into your lavender candles:
- 30 drops of lavender oil + 15 drops of orange oil
- 20 drops of lavender oil + 20 drops of lemon oil
- 15 drops of lavender oil + 15 drops of rosemary oil + 15 drops of lemon oil
- 15 drops of lavender oil + 15 drops of frankincense oil + 15 drops of orange oil
- 10 drops of lavender oil + 20 drops of lemon oil + 15 drops of frankincense oil
- 15 drops of lavender oil + 15 drops of lemongrass oil + 15 drops of eucalyptus oil
Watch this video by Meet The Presleys for other ways on how to create lavender candles:
Making your own lavender candles are easy, right? Plus, all the materials that you need are easily accessible and affordable. Just make sure to distribute the oils evenly before the wax hardens to make that perfect scented candle.
What other essential oils do you mix in with your homemade lavender candles? Share your favorites in the comments section below!
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