Directions
for our Pillar Kit:
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Seal the wick hole in the mold
with the rubber mold plug, and then put some duct tape over that.
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Place the auto wick pin inside
the mold. It's a good idea to coat the inside of the mold with a
mold release spray, especially on first use. If you do not have any,
you can use cooking oil or spray.
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Weigh your wax on a scale.
Melt the wax in the pouring pot, set inside a pot of water on the stove
(like a double boiler). NEVER directly on the burner!
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Once melted, add approx. 1-2 dye
chips per pound of wax (depending on desired shade) and stir until dissolved.
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Next add approx. 1 oz. of scent
per pound of wax, and stir well. Some fragrances blend easier than
others, so some may require more stirring. Vanilla based oils tend
to have a more difficult time blending. If you run into a difficult
one, try adding a bit of Vybar 103 and stir very well up until you pour.
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Check temperature with thermometer.
Once wax is approx. 180-190 degrees it is ready to pour.
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Pour from the pouring pitcher
into your mold slowly and steadily, and fill to top of mold. For
faster cooling and a shiny finish, mold can be set into a cool water bath.
Water level must cover wax level to avoid lines.
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Once wax has set to partially
solid, poke several release holes around the pin, about 3/4 the depth of
the mold. This helps to release any trapped air and prevent bubbles.
You can use a skewer for this.
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Allow wax to completely harden.
Wax will form a well or a "sink hole" in the center. Do a second
pour, filling well to top of original fill line. Allow wax to completely
harden again.
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Remove candle from mold.
It should come out easily, but if you should have any trouble, put it in
the freezer for awhile and try again.
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Remove auto wick pin from candle.
You will have a perfectly centered hole in the pillar. Insert pre-tabbed
wick in hole from bottom.
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It is best to allow your candles
at least 1 week to cure before test burning for optimal fragrance throw.
Always test burn your candles before selling, and make sure to include
a caution label on each one!
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