Candle

A holiday tree candle finished in splatter style

Inspired by the sight of snow falling over winter trees, this guide introduces the creation of Holiday Tree Candles using the splatter technique.

Using the newly released set of four Holiday molds, you can craft tree-shaped candle objects in unique designs.
The guide includes recommended wax amounts for each mold, color products that enhance the festive holiday mood, and easy-to-follow tips for the splatter technique.

01

Prepare the Materials

Holiday Object Silicone Mold Set, White Beeswax Pellets, Liquid Dye (Ivory, Hunter Green, Burgundy, Brown), Alcohol Ink (Snow Cap, Gold, Espresso), Red, White & Cinnamon Fragrance Oil, PC Round Tealight Cup (Standard Type), White Cotton Wick No.2 (Roll), Infrared Digital Thermometer, Wess Digital Electronic Scale (WZ-1D) 1g/3kg, Craft Heat Tool, Electronic Hot Plate, Wick Needle, Wick Clip, Glass Rod, Stainless Measure Cup 200ml

02

Measuring and Melting the Wax

#3 Tree Mold requires approximately 120g of wax.

Measure 120g of white refined beeswax and place it in a 200ml stainless steel measuring cup. Heat until fully melted.

* For molds with intricate details, blending paraffin and beeswax can help create a firm and smooth surface.

[Wax Requirements for Holiday Tree Silicone Mold Set]

#1 Tree Mold: approx. 115g, #2 Tree Mold: approx. 90g, #3 Tree Mold: approx. 120g, #4 Tree Mold: approx. 90g

03

Securing the Wick in the Mold

Thread a White Cotton Wick #2 onto a wick needle and secure it in the Holiday Tree Silicone Mold (#3 Tree Mold).

04

Coloring and Mixing Fragrance Oil

Use burgundy oil-soluble liquid dye to create the tree color.
(The amount of dye can be adjusted to achieve your desired color intensity.)

* Red Candle Coloring Tip for Christmas
It is recommended to mix red oil-soluble liquid dye with burgundy oil-soluble liquid dye.

At around 90°C, add fragrance oil at approximately 10% of the wax weight, and stir well to ensure the wax and oil are fully blended.
** In the photos, 12g of ‘Red White Cinnamon Fragrance Oil’ was used for 120g of wax.

05

Pouring the Wax

When the colored wax reaches about 85°C, fill the silicone mold completely.
Hold the mold securely with your hand or support it with a used paper cup to prevent the wax from spilling.
Finally, use a wick clip to keep the wick centered.

06

Demolding

Once the silicone mold has completely cooled, gently pull the sides of the mold outward to create an air gap, then carefully remove the candle. Peel the mold away as if rolling it outward. Be careful not to apply too much force to avoid damaging the candle.

07

Creating the Splatter Effect

To create the splatter effect, pour a small amount of alcohol ink (Snow Cap) into a standard PC round tealight cup.
Dip a brush into the alcohol ink, then lightly flick the brush across the finished candle in a crisscross motion to mimic the appearance of falling snow.

08

Finishing

Trim the wick at the base of the candle neatly, and tie the remaining wick at the top of the tree into a small loop to complete the candle.

* Colors and Alcohol Ink Used in the Photos
Burgundy oil-soluble liquid dye & Alcohol Ink (Snow Cap)
Brown oil-soluble liquid dye & Alcohol Ink (Gold)

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DIY Items

How to make one holiday tree candle

Holiday Object Silicone Mold Set (4-Cavities, 4 Shape)

1 Set × 1 EA

12.69 (USD)
White Beeswax Pellets

1kg × 1 EA

15.38 (USD)
Burgundy Liquid Dye (Oil Soluble)

20ml × 1 EA

6.08 (USD)
Alcohol Ink (Snow Cap)

1 pc × 1 EA

6.77 (USD)
Red, White & Cinnamon

20ml × 1 EA

3.34 (USD)
PC Round Tealight Cup (Standard Type)

10pcs × 1 EA

0.92 (USD)
White Cotton Wick No.2 (Roll)

1Roll (189m) × 1 EA

11.46 (USD)
Infrared Digital Thermometer

1pc × 1 EA

11.38 (USD)
Wess Digital Electronic Scale (WZ-1D) 1g/3kg

1pc × 1 EA

15.77 (USD)
Craft Heat Tool

1 pc × 1 EA

25.31 (USD)
Electronic Hot Plate

1pc × 1 EA

22.69 (USD)
Wick Needle

1set (5pcs) × 1 EA

1.54 (USD)
Wick Clip

1pc × 1 EA

0.77 (USD)
Glass Rod

1pc × 1 EA

0.92 (USD)
Stainless Measure Cup 200ml

1pc × 1 EA

2.31 (USD)