Can you make crayons into candles?

Can you make crayons into candles?

Put crayons of your desired color into a container that you will sacrifice to making candles. Put the crayons into the microwave and nuke 'em for 2 minutes at a time, until it is smooth. You don't want to wait to pour it into the mold after they are melted, because the wax will start to set up fast.

How do you make crayon candles without wax?

Fill jar with vegetable shortening and leave about 1 inch of space at the top. Microwave the jar for 2 minutes to melt the vegetable shortening. Melt crayons in the microwave, pour in the jar, and mix to add color to the candle. Add a tablespoon of scented essential oil.

Do crayon candles smell bad?

Using crayons can clog your wick which can cause the candle to burn poorly. Crayons can also affect your scent throw and possibly give off a bad smell. It will not throw well and it could clog your wick. Always use fragrance oils that are designed for candle making.

How do you melt wax crayons for candles?

The first step is to peel the paper off your crayons. You can either use an x-acto knife or soak the crayons in water for easy peeling. Next, fill a dixie cup with wax and microwave for 1 minute. Give it a stir and microwave again in 30-second intervals until wax is completely melted.