Striped Pillar Candles

If you’re into pillar candles, this article is a must read. Let’s face it, pillar candles are a staple part of every candle maker’s product line. And while pillar candles have always been top sellers, the bottom line is they can get pretty boring to make day in and and day out if you don’t add some new ideas to the mix. So, if you’re looking for a way to spice up your same-old pillar candles, striped pillar candles are the perfect zany addition to your house, your kid’s play room, or as an ornamental candle. Not to mention, they can also dress up any summer occasion.  

Making Striped Pillar Candles

Like any other pillar candle making process, you’ll need the same equipment. Depending on what mold you’re using, you can shape your striped candles to display any way you want. If you’re tired of using the same molds, jazz it up. Try using a Gatorade bottle or other type of plastic bottle to use as your mold.

Next, you’ll need the candle wax and a few additives to aid in the mold release. Use paraffin wax in any assortment of colors and fill the mold layer by layer. 

Start by placing a can for each wax color in a pot. You’ll want to fill the pot with 3 to 4 inches of water and then refill as needed to maintain an optimal level. Then, start adding the wax to the cans and heat it to 180 degrees.  

While the wax is melting, you can then begin to prepare the molds. Get a wick taller than the mold, and then drill a hole where you can properly feed the wick up through the mold. Leaving a short length of wick protruding from the hole, you’ll then want to seal the bottle or candle mold. Depending on whether you’re using chips and hardening additives—you’ll also want to throw those into the mold.

After you’ve melted your wax, you’ll want to pour it into a plastic cup, then into the mold for the first layer. After the first layer has cooled to the point where it has properly skinned, you can then add the next layer. If you don’t leave enough cooling time—the colors will blend together. So, make sure to leave adequate cooling time, and then repeat the process to keep adding more colorful layers!

After you’ve finished adding all your layers, and the candle is completely cool—you can simply pull or cut it out of the mold, and you’re ready to go with your new striped pillar candle. Check back soon for more free candle making tips.