Scented Candle Starter Kit

This is every single tool and ingredient you need to start making scented candles today. I have separated these must haves from the optional nice to have items which are in the next section. Candle making can be an expensive hobby, but you do not need to buy every tool and gadget out there. Let’s start with the basics…

Must Haves

Wax Melter

up to 12 lbs of wax

Pouring Pitcher

holds 50 ounces

Thermometer

get one with a pot clip!

Candle Jars

Jars + WICKS + WICK BARS

Wax

coco apricot is beginner friendly!

Fragrance Oil

start with a set of samplers

Scale

to measure wax + other ingredients

Spatula

to stir the wax

Nice To Haves

You do not need any of these items to make scented candles, but they are nice to have.

my favorite tool

Heat Gun

for bolder colors

Liquid Dye

for softer shades

Dye Blocks

for easy wicking

Wick Centering Tool

for easy cleanup

Silicone Mats

Molded Candle Starter Kit

This is every single tool and ingredient you need to start making molded candles today. I have separated these must haves from the optional nice to have items which are in the next section.

Must Haves

Wax Melter

up to 12 lbs of wax

Wax

Pillar blends are best for molds

Pouring Pitcher

holds 50 ounces

Thermometer

get one with a pot clip!

Scale

to measure wax + other ingredients

Spatula

to stir the wax

Wick Bar

to center the wick

Putty

to plug the wick hole

Wick

pay attention to wick size!

Nice To Haves + Mold Recommendations

You do not need any of these items to make molded candles, but they are nice to have. Plus, I’m recommending some of my favorite candle molds.

Liquid Dye

for bolder colors

Dye Blocks

for softer shades

Mold Release Spray

to avoid stuck candles

Stearic Acid

a candle additive

Acrylic Candle Mold

plain taper

Acrylic Candle Mold

Twisted taper

Silicone Candle Mold

striped pillar

Silicone Candle Mold

spiral taper

Julia’s Candle Kit

These are all of the items I keep in my candle kit. I make all types of candles so I typically keep multiple wax types, wick sizes, jar options, and tools on hand.

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