Candles offer an inexpensive and romantic option for relax and enjoyment. They can release a beautiful aroma that freshens and fragrances the air and add style and warmth to our home. The flicker of light and scent wafting through the air can be really calming. They are often used in family dinners, weddings, religious ceremonies and even well-deserved bubble baths after a stressful day at work. Nothing says “home” more than the delightful flickering of a candle flame.
While, many store bought candles are packed full of dangerous chemicals that release a storm of toxic fumes into your home as they burn. They can be even more dangerous than you can imagine. If you want to live a more frugal and natural lifestyle, you can make some candles at home with basic household items, like the essential oil, olive oil, pumpkin spice and more. Making homemade scented candles is much easier than you think and often less expensive and more environmentally friendly. The warmth of the homemade candle flames definitely does good for our body as well as for our mind. In addition to this, making candles on your own will provide you with the opportunity to choose the kind of scents that you would want to use for the candle.
Today, in this article, we are sharing a variety of amazing and fantastic homemade candle recipes, along with the step-by-step tutorials for your inspiration. Take time to browse through all these recipes and give your favorite one a try during your spare time.
Spiced Candles for Fall
You can make this lovely fall spiced candles with things already in your kitchen, without using artificial fragrances or purchasing anything extra. They are perfect for filling your house with yummy smells! Get the recipes and tutorials via
Little House Living.DIY Homemade Lavender Rosemary Candles
You will surely love that your house is filled with a lovely smell of lavender. These homemade lavender rosemary candles are pretty simple and easy to make. See the tutorial via
Live Simply.me.DIY French Vanilla and Coffee Candle
These beautiful DIY candles are made with coffee and vanilla beans. Love the natural smell of these. Your home will be warm and homey with these candles. See the tutorial via
Decozilla.DIY Funfetti Candles Made from Candy Sprinkles
These DIY funfetti candles are pretty easy to make using candle wax and candy sprinkles. You can buy the supplies at most craft stores. They make great gifts. Check out the tutorial via
Sew Licious Home Decor.DIY Pressed Herb Candles
Made with lavender and chocolate mint. A great way to keep fresh herbs safe for the rest of the year. Follow the tutorial via Adventures-in-Making.
Color Block Crayon Candles
Using old crayons on hand to create this lovely and fun block candles for your home. You can ask your kids to help you. They will have great fun to stir crayons with wax. Learn how to make your own with the tutorial
below.DIY Layered Scent Holiday Candles
Layered scent holiday candles are so much fun and super easy to make. Your house will filled with the delicious scent of peppermint, or balsam or frankincense wafts when the candles burn. You can also make them as homemade gifts to your friends. Follow the recipes from
Hello Natural.DIY Pretty Chai Candles in Canning Jars
These DIY chai candles in canning jars are a pretty, natural way to bring some autumn cheer inside. They are delicately scented with baking spices – ginger, cardamom, cinnamon and nutmeg – that will warm your home. Follow the tutorial via
Hello Natural.Pumpkin Spice Mason Jar Candles
Another fun homemade candle product for you to check out. This candle was made with pumpkin spice, which makes your home smell wonderful. Tutorial and recipes via
She Uncovered.DIY Orange Mint Coconut Wax Candle
Add the great fragrance of orange, mint and coconut to your space with these beautiful candles. Tutorial via
Sprinkles in Springs.DIY Aromatherapy Candles
Aromatherapy is a great way to help with your physical, emotional and mental health. Make this aromatherapy candles for your families via the tutorial
below.DIY Lemon Beeswax Candles
Homemade Candle Melts with Essential Oil
The warmth of a candle flame has been proven to do good for your body as well as for your mind. Get started to make some candle melts by yourself instead of buying some. Get the tutorial via
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This is so refreshing.. great ideas for making candles.. do you just make candles or sell them as well ??
These are absolutely candles cant be bought in the market. LOVE the design!!
Thanks for sharing this tutorial
Thanks for sharing these brilliant ideas, can’t wait to start trying them.