$2 - $4 (based on 2014 prices)
Makes five candles
This project began as an accident: I left several candles in the backseat of my car and the heat from the sun melted them into bizarre shapes. After a little experimentation, I was able to replicate the results with a hairdryer. If you already have the hairdryer and work gloves, this project is surprisingly inexpensive. You can find cheap candles on clearance or at second-hand stores. Purchase thinner candles, since they heat up faster and are easier to mold.
- One package of taper candles in desired colors (roughly five candles per pack)
- One standard hairdryer (1875 Watt)
- One pair of heat-resistant work gloves
1. Bring the hairdryer to a moderate temperature and make several passes over the candles, holding the device a few inches away from their surface. This process will warm the wax, making it malleable enough to form curves and twists. You may have to play with the hairdryer’s temperature until you find the level of heat which produces the best results without melting the wax. You can also drape the candles over the edges of boxes or other items and allow them to take these shapes as they melt. Always keep safety in mind: wear heat-resistant work gloves while molding the hot wax and do not heat the candles around flammable items.
SPECIAL NOTE: I would not recommend using a heat gun for this project. These devices reach extreme temperatures and will melt the candles. On the other hand, hairdryers prove ideal because the moderate heat they produce will warm the wax enough to make it pliable without melting it.
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