How to Make a Scented Paste Candle

Candle paste candles burn for hours with a powerful scent throw, our longest-lasting scented candle. This easy recipe from The Soap Barn uses simple candle making supplies.

What you will need

• 250ml candle paste
• Oil colouring
• 50ml fragrance
• Candle wick
• A heat-safe container

All available from our candle making supplies range.

Method

1. Melt the candle paste in a pot on the stove (it will not melt in the microwave).
2. Stir in 50ml fragrance and a couple of drops of oil colouring.
3. Position the wick in the middle of your container.
4. Pour in the melted paste and leave to set. It burns for hours with a beautiful, long-lasting scent.

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