These colorful and enchanting ‘cupcake’ scented candles will definitely spark your curiosity and interest in how they are made. Follow the tutorial below to learn how to create your very own scented cupcake candles that are simply adorable!
1. Ingredients
Gather the ingredients
- Beeswax
- Soy Wax
- Coconut Palm Wax
- Wax Dye
- Essential Oils
- Tools: Piping Bag, Cup, Microwave, Molds
2. How to Make Scented Cupcake Candles
Step 1 Mix the Wax and Melt it in the Microwave
Mix and melt the wax
Place 2 teaspoons of beeswax in a cup and microwave it for about 3 minutes. Then, let it rest for approximately 1 minute.
Step 2 Add Color
Add your desired color
Depending on your preference, add the wax dye to the melted wax. Since the wax is still hot, the color will mix easily without solidifying. If you want a darker shade, feel free to add more dye.
Step 3 Add Fragrance
Add your favorite fragrance
For the essential oils, mix them at a ratio of 8% of the total wax weight. If you want a stronger scent, you can add up to 8%-10% of essential oils. Using more than 10% may result in an excess of oil that won’t blend properly with the wax.
Step 4 Test the Color and Stir
Test the color and stir
Gradually add the color, going from light to dark, and take your time. Once you’ve achieved the desired shade, stir the mixture to ensure the color blends well with the wax.
Step 5 Pour into Molds
Pour the wax into silicone cupcake molds
Now, carefully pour the scented and colored wax into your chosen molds, such as silicone cupcake molds or any other shape you prefer.
Step 6 Remove the Candles from the Molds
Remove the candles from the molds
Once the wax has solidified, carefully remove the candles from the molds. This step requires patience and a gentle touch to avoid breaking or cracking the candles.
Step 7 Create a Hole for the Wick
Create a hole for the wick
Gently pierce a hole from the bottom of the cupcake upwards to insert the wick.
Step 8 Prepare the Icing Wax
Prepare the icing wax
For the icing effect, mix coconut palm wax and soy wax in a 1:1 ratio. Microwave this mixture for about 3 minutes, and then use a mixer or a whisk to beat it until it reaches a thick, creamy consistency, similar to cake batter. Finally, transfer it into a piping bag.
Step 9 Decorate and Shape
Decorate and shape your candles
Cut the tip of the piping bag and pipe the icing wax onto the candles, decorating them according to your creativity and preference.
3. The Final Product
Your adorable scented cupcake candles
With just a few simple steps, you’ve created delightful scented cupcake candles with eye-catching colors and a delightful fragrance. If you’re feeling creative, give these scented candles a try!
We hope that this tutorial has inspired you to make your own scented cupcake candles. Enjoy the process and feel free to experiment with different colors, fragrances, and decorations to make them uniquely yours.
