How to Make Vintage Teacup Candles

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5-10-2016, 16:30
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Add elegance to any room or give as bridal party favors, making homemade vintage teacup candles will add class and uniqueness to any affair.

Steps

  1. Prepare cup(s). Set up wicks inside clean teacups by placing the wick in between two wooden skewer sticks and taping the ends.
    • Place sticks with wick over the top of the cup so that the wick is standing in the middle of the cup.
  2. Melt wax. Place wax flakes in your double boiler or pan and turn heat on stove to medium.
    • Stir flakes frequently so flakes dissolve evenly. Flakes should appear opaque as they melt.
    • Add one or two drops of food coloring (or until desired color is achieved).
  3. Pour melted wax into teacups. Using oven mitts to protect your hands, pour wax into waiting teacups. Pour slowly as you don’t want to disturb the position of the wick.
  4. Allow for ample dry time before using or giving as a gift. The wax should appear cloudy and smooth to the touch and it is ready.
    • Trim wick to size using sharp scissors.

Tips

  • Add aroma using a few drops of essential oil into the melting wax.
  • Consider using industrial strength glue to adhere the cup to the saucer.

Things You’ll Need

  • Vintage tea cups (or cups that look vintage)
  • Wax candle flakes
  • Wooden skewer sticks
  • Scotch tape
  • Sharp scissors
  • Double boiler or pan
  • Candle wicks
  • Food coloring (optional)
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