If you’re new to candle making, a container candle is a great place to start. Follow this easy step-by-step video to learn how to make a container candle in any jar.

For this video we are using the Large Oxford Jar, but these directions are applicable to whichever jar you choose. Every candle jar has wax and wick recommendations on the product page to make it as easy as possible for you to get started.

Using a wick stickum, firmly secure a wick to the bottom of your glass in the centre. Each candle jar has a recommended wick on the product page. For the Large Oxford Jar in this video the recommended wick is an HTP 126 wick.
When you have adhered your wick to the centre of the container keep it secure with a wick holder which will keep it central during the making process.
If you are using a jar outside of our range, use our handy wick guide to find the correct wick.

Find the capacity for your container by going to the product page of your chosen glassware. In this video we use the Large Oxford Jar which has a capacty of 285g. This means we need to work out the ratio of wax to fragrance oil, a fragrance load of 10% is a great place to start with most waxes. For this candle 28.5g fragrance oil is required which leaves us with approx 257g of wax needed. Weigh 257g of wax directly into your measuring jug for less cleanup. (Please note, in this video we have used 285g wax plus 28.5g fragrance oil, this will mean you will have a bit left over at the end that you can make a small candle with or tealight)

Melt the wax in the microwave on 30 second intervals then stir. Repeat until melted.

Select your fragrance and add 28.5g to your wax mixture. Each wax has a different fragrance load but as mentioned above 10% is a great place to start for most waxes. Pour the fragrance directly into your melted wax and stir.

Pour your fragranced wax into the candle container, allowing a 1cm gap at the top. Allow to cool

Let your candle set overnight. Trim the wick to around 1cm for a clean burning candle, and adhere warning label to the bottom of the glass. Remember to let the wax melt to the edge for your first burn and trim your wick after every burn to prevent a smoky candle. Now enjoy!