Taper Candles: Getting the correct supplies 

Whether taper candles are completely new to you or they’re part of your normal product line. Dating back to the time of Benedictine monks, the taper candle was used predominantly as a light source. Though taper candles are now predominantly made from beeswax or paraffin wax—historically, they were rendered from animal fat. The tallow made from animal fat creates an obtrusive odor, which is why most all candles are no longer made this way.   

Though no longer needed for a primary light source, taper candles today are used mostly for decor and mood lighting. In addition, tape candles come in a vast array of sizes, scents, and colors perfect for any ambient mood you’re aiming to create. In fact, taper candles are some of the best candles to make if you’re looking for an easy-to-make candle that possesses all the right refinements of a beautifully aromatic, mood-setting candle.

Taper Candle Supplies & materials

 When preparing to make your line of taper candles, you’ll need to make sure you’re stocked with the right ingredients. If you’re going to use fragrance, then find the right line of high-quality fragrance to add to your taper candle mix. Otherwise, you’ll need to make sure you have the following supplies: 

·        Pigment dye: If you’re going to be custom coloring your going to need pigment dye. Make sure to by high quality dye and experiment for color by making a few tests candles first. Many dyes may come out differently than others.

·        Dye Block: If you’re planning on using color a dye block is essential for dipping.

·        140 Melt Point Wax - Enough to fill the dipping vat plus several pounds for replacing that which is used as you dip.

·        Dipping Vat – While making your taper candles, you’ll want to make sure to have a deep metal dipping vat to adequately hold the dipping wax.

·        Stearic Acid - 5 Tablespoons per pound of wax.

·        Thermometer- In order to truly make the proper taper candle. Especially if you’re using fragrance and dye, you’ll want to make sure you can measure the correct melting points. For this, it’s critical that you have a good thermometer.

·        Wick – Good and bad wicks can either make or break the candle in the end. Make sure to shop for high quality wicks with n 18 Ply Flat Braid. These types of wicks are generally used in 3/4 inch paraffin tapers. 

·        Wire – In order to dip your taper candle you’ll need to have a wire to form the dipper. Simply use a needle nose or regular pliers to shape the wire into your desired dipper shape.

·        Nuts, or Washers -  These cheap accessories work wonders when using them to weight your wick bottoms.

Breaking It All Down

Taper candles are easy to make and can prove to be exceptional mood-setting candles. With the right supplies and ingredients you can easily make top-notch taper candles without breaking your bank. Most of these inexpensive supplies listed above can be found at any hardware store or hobby shop.