Soy Ahoy! Diy Candles

Crisco candles

There is also concern among many that the paraffin in candles is very dangerous stuff, too. While I won't disagree with them, I thought that it was more important to focus on getting rid of the synthetic fragrances and carcinogenic compounds than to get rid of the paraffin. It's the fake scents and sprays that make my eyes red and my throat swell up, not paraffin. Maybe someday I'll be able to afford beeswax candles, but until then, I'll compromise with soy-based candles with natural and essential oil scents instead. One step at a time! There is also concern among many that the paraffin in candles is very dangerous stuff, too. While I won't disagree with them, I thought that it was more important to focus on getting rid of the synthetic fragrances and carcinogenic compounds than to get rid of the paraffin. It's the fake scents and sprays that make my eyes red and my throat swell up, not paraffin. Maybe someday I'll be able to afford beeswax candles, but until then, I'll compromise with soy-based candles with natural and essential oil scents instead. One step at a time!

takes:15 minutes; 2 to 4 hours drying time

cost: about $1.75 each

YOU WILL NEED

1 jar unflavored all-vegetable shortening (48oz.)

½ lb. paraffin wax or 8 oz. beeswax

6 jars (half-pint)

6 candle wicks (here's how to make your own)

essential oils

and/or

natural scents listed below

subheading: JUST ONE CANDLE:

1 cup crisco

1 T. paraffin wax or ½ oz. beeswax

1 half-pint jar

1 wick

scents

Directions at oilandblue.com

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