Carnation Candle – A Thoughtful Gift for Mothers

With love and respect, expressing gratitude through candles can be a heartfelt gesture. The handmade carnation container candle set makes a beautiful gift for Mother's Day or Teacher's Day. Unlike fresh flowers, these candles last longer, and the scent will remind you of the special occasion for a long time.

In this DIY guide, we’ll walk you through making a set of two-tone carnation candles using a single color of dye. The golden patterned labels add a touch of elegance to the sides of the candle containers, enhancing their luxurious feel even when slightly tilted. Consider bringing two sets of these carnation candles as gifts for both your parents and teachers!

Materials Needed

Wax and Wicks

  • Wax:
    • 20g of white natural refined beeswax
    • 130g of Ecosoya CB-Advanced soy wax (container)
    • Due to potentially high temperatures in May, it's recommended to use either American 464 natural soy wax or American C3 natural soy wax.
  • Wick:
    • Size 4 white cotton wick

Color and Fragrance

  • Dye:
    • Red dye chips
  • Fragrance:
    • Red rose fragrance oil (15g)

Containers and Tools

  • Containers:
    • 7oz transparent glass cups (200ml)
    • 7oz golden metal lids
    • 7oz black hard box packaging
  • Decoration:
    • Gold-patterned transfer paper
  • Tools:
    • Electronic scale
    • Glass stirring rod
    • Heating tools (stove, heat gun)
    • Thermometer
    • Wick stickers
    • Wick holders
    • 2 stainless steel measuring cups (200ml)
    • Mini black spray bottle (250ml)
    • Bamboo skewers
    • Carnation molds

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Prepare the Wick

Before melting the wax, wipe the inside of the containers with a paper towel and use wick stickers to secure the wick to the bottom of the container.

2. Weigh and Heat the Soy Wax

Measure out 130 grams of Ecosoya CB-Advanced soy wax and heat it until fully melted. (Approximately 130 grams of soy wax is needed for each 7-ounce container candle. To make four candles, weigh about 520 grams.)

3. Mix the Fragrance

Once the wax is completely melted and reaches about 70°C, add 13 grams of the red rose fragrance oil and mix well. (To make four candles, mix approximately 52 grams of fragrance oil.)

4. Pour the Wax

Use a heat gun to warm the inside of the candle container slightly. Then, pour the wax mixed with fragrance into the container.

Tip: Secure the wick in place before pouring to keep it centered.

5. Weigh and Melt the Beeswax

Measure 20 grams of white natural refined beeswax and place it in a stainless steel cup. Melt it until it reaches 90°C. (You will need about 20 grams of beeswax for each carnation. To make four flowers, melt a total of 80 grams.)

6. Add Color to the Beeswax

When the beeswax reaches 90°C, add red dye chips to color the wax. You can create a light pink by adding a small amount of dye or a deep red by adding more. Consider the desired shade and measure accordingly.

7. Mix the Fragrance with Beeswax

Once the colored beeswax reaches 85-90°C, add 2 grams of the red rose fragrance oil. (The maximum fragrance load is 10%. For one carnation, mix 2 grams, and for four, mix 8 grams.)

8. Pour the Beeswax into the Molds

Use a heat gun to slightly warm the silicone molds. When the temperature of the beeswax and fragrance mixture is around 80-85°C, pour it into the molds.

9. Create Wick Holes

When the surface of the carnation molds has hardened enough, use the back of a bamboo skewer to make a wick hole. Slightly twist the skewer to prevent it from sticking to the wax and to widen the hole for the wick.

10. Demold the Candles

Allow the wax to cool completely before gently removing the candles from the molds.

11. Assemble the Carnation Candles

Using a heat gun, gently and evenly melt the surface of the candles. Then, insert the pre-made carnation candle into the wick hole, ensuring it is centered.

12. Apply Labels

Cut out the section of transfer paper you will use, peel off the transparent film, and place it on the surface of the container candle so that the back of the transfer paper is visible in the desired position. Lightly mist the back of the transfer paper with water using the spray bottle. After about a minute, gently slide the paper up and down to lift it off.

13. Packaging the Candles

Place the two candles, topped with golden metal lids, into a 7 oz black hard box for packaging.

14. Tie with Ribbon

Use diagonal or crisscross ribbon to decorate the gift set.

Creating these beautiful carnation candles is a thoughtful way to show appreciation and love. They are perfect for special occasions and will surely be cherished by anyone who receives them. Enjoy the process and the delightful scents that fill your space!