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9 June 2026Colourful layered gel cocktail candles in pretty glasses make stunning party gifts. This easy recipe from The Soap Barn uses simple candle making supplies.
What you will need
- Gel wax and powder wax
- Attractive glasses
- Pre-waxed wicks
- Candle colours
- Fragrances
All available from our candle making supplies range.
Method
- Melt the gel wax over very low heat until it runs like water, and divide it into small holders so you can make different colours.
- Add one or two drops of colour to each holder and a matching fragrance (red cherry, yellow lemon, green mint).
- Dip the wick and position it in the middle of the glass, then pour in one colour of gel and leave to set.
- Pour a layer of powder wax, then another colour of gel, and continue layering to the top. Warm the top gently with a hairdryer to finish.
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