Coming back home after a tough day at work calls for a Martini - a Martini candle, to be precise. No, you won't be able to drink these deliciously realistic-looking candles, but they will certainly put you in the mood for a relaxed evening.
And, they won't even give you a hangover. These candles are constructed from soy wax poured into real martini glasses, and they even come on the rocks with wax ice cubes and salt. These are sure to make you go, "I'll have one of those, bartender - oops, I mean Candlemaker."
Homemade Martini Candle
Do you want to know how to create a candle that resembles a martini in a martini glass? So, here's how it's done. It makes a terrific present and looks amazing at parties and bars/pubs. Following is the list of candle making supplies that you will need for this project.
Candle Making Supplies:
- Soy Wax Flakes - 4 Cups
- Martini Glass
- Pre-Waxed Candle Wick
- Candle Dye - color of your choice
- Lavender Essential Oil - 15 Drops
Candle Making Tools:
- Hot Glue Gun
- Chopsticks
Know About Martini Candle Making Supplies
The star of this DIY project is the Martini Glass. These glasses are usually fire resistant and are safe to use for candle making.
We also use clean-burning soy wax flakes in this recipe to ensure that this candle is 100% safe for you and your family. Read on to know more about the supplies for this project.
- Soy Wax Flakes: Soy wax is a sustainable natural resource. Soy wax is biodegradable and can be cleaned with just water and soap. In addition, soy candles burn slower and longer than paraffin candles because soy wax has a lower melting point than paraffin wax.
- Pre-waxed Candle Wick: Wax Coated Candle Wicks may be used to manufacture a number of different types of candles. These cotton candle wicks are pre-waxed and emit very little smoke, making them perfect for household use. They're also constructed in such a way that they burn for longer, don't curl, and don't leave cotton ashes behind.
- Candle Dye: Candle dye is a synthetic chemical that is made specifically for use in candle wax. Candle dye is available in a variety of forms, including liquid, powdered, and block. Block and powdered dye are best for candle making, whereas liquids are wonderful for combining colors and creating high color saturation.
- Martini Glass: The V-shaped, conical bowl of this stemmed cocktail glass is what sets it apart. The Martini glass is most known for its namesake beverage, the Martini, but it may be used to serve any cocktail. Or, in our case, be used for a candle.
- Lavender Essential Oil: Lavender is an anti-anxiety herb. Headaches can be less severe and occur less frequently when lavender-scented candles are used.
DIY Martini Candles Recipe - Step By Step
The candle dyes and gel wax in the form of ice cubes add a special charm to it. Read on to find out how you can make your Martini candles.
These Martini candles make a lovely and unique table centerpiece perfumed with soothing lavender oil. It's perfect for major occasions like weddings.
Step 1: Melt The Wax
Melt candle wax in a saucepan over low heat.
Step 2: Let It Cool
Take the wax off the heat. Allow 5-10 minutes for cooling. before adding coloring and scent.
Step 3: Add Color and Scent
Stir in the color of your choice and the lavender essential oil.
Step 4: Pour The Wax
Fill the martini glasses with melted wax. Set aside 25% of the wax to finish topping up the candles as they cool.
The less you have to correct unevenness that emerges when cooling the wax before pouring, the better.
Step 5: Secure The Wicks
When pouring the wax, your wicks may not want to stand up straight; you can balance the wick in the appropriate position using a wooden stick or chopsticks put on the top of the glass.
Step 6: Smoothen The Top
Once the wax in the glass has set and cooled, re-melt any excess wax and level up the top of the candle.
Step 7: Trim The Wick
This candle is ready for Martini-Ville after trimming the wick.
Conclusion
These martinis—which are actually martini glass candles—won't give you a headache the next morning, but they will garner you a lot of compliments on your unique flair.
These candles are easy to make, and everything you need for them can be bought right here at VedaOils. Use these candles for your dinner parties and get-together. Just make sure your guests don't drink from this unusual "drink".