Learn How to Make Candles: A Step-by-Step Beginner’s Guide
Materials and Tools
A course by xoilluminated (Belinda Resendez) , Candle Making Instructor
Joined June 2024
Joined June 2024
About the video: Materials and Tools
Overview
“To start with, you will learn about all the tools and materials you will need to make a 7oz soy candle with fragrance oil. You will see how to select the vessel, wick, and fragrance together so that you can learn how to do it on your own after the course. ”
In this video lesson xoilluminated (Belinda Resendez) addresses the topic: Materials and Tools, which is part of the Domestika online course: Learn How to Make Candles: A Step-by-Step Beginner’s Guide. Learn candle making basics using soy wax, fragrance oils, and wicks for creative, eco-friendly home scents.
Partial transcription of the video
“In this lesson we will cover the materials and tools that we will need to make our 7 ounce and 16 ounce candle. First we will need our electric stove followed by our two pitchers. We have selected these pouring pitchers because they are specific to candle making. When you are sourcing this specific material make sure that it is purchased for candle making. Any other type of pitcher will overheat and you can burn your hands. We are also going to need our thermometer, our mixing stick, our safety stickers for the bottom of our candles, our electric scale, our popsicle stick wick holders. Anyt...”
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Course summary for: Learn How to Make Candles: A Step-by-Step Beginner’s Guide
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Areas
DIY, Interior Design, Product Design
xoilluminated (Belinda Resendez)
A course by xoilluminated (Belinda Resendez)
Belinda, the creator and owner of XO Illuminated, embarked on her candle-making journey in 2020, transforming a personal hobby into a thriving business. With a passion for health and environmental sustainability, she crafts soy-vegan and chemical-free candles, wax melts, and soaps. Her expertise extends to various techniques, including the "whipped wax" effect, glittering, and decorative wax molds. Belinda's dedication to her craft has led her to partner with major brands such as Brambleberry and Bulk Apothecary, and she has gained significant exposure through her creative presence on platforms like TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube.
Her brand, XO Illuminated, took off in 2021, propelled by viral success on social media and increasing sales through her website. Belinda possesses a deep understanding of the intricacies of candle making, from selecting the right wick size to achieving optimal fragrance loads. Her candles resonate with fans of Disney, Harry Potter, and more, drawing inspiration from beloved films and childhood memories. Known for her innovative approach, she continuously tests new techniques to offer unique products to her customers. With a focus on creativity and quality, Belinda is eager to share her knowledge and guide others in the art of candle making.
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