How to Make Mochaccino Gel Candles

Mochaccino gel candles layer gel and powder wax with coffee and chocolate scents, gorgeous for winter. This easy recipe from The Soap Barn uses simple candle making supplies.

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Method

1. Melt the gel wax over very low heat until it runs like water. Fragrance with coffee and chocolate and colour with the brown mica and lustre.
2. Dip the wick, fasten the sustainer and position it in the middle of the mug. Pour the gel three quarters of the way up and leave to set.
3. Melt the powder wax, add fragrance and pour over the gel to the top.
4. Leave to set, top up the shrink hole with leftover melted wax and cool completely.

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Tips & variations

Once you have made your mochaccino gel candles, here are a few ways to get a great result and put your own spin on it.

• Heat gel wax slowly and pour into a warmed container if you want a crystal-clear, bubble-free finish.
• Use only gel-approved fragrance and dye so the wax stays clear and burns safely.
• On the first light, let the melt pool reach the edges before blowing it out, it prevents tunnelling later.

Make it your own: swap the fragrance for any scent in our range, or add a touch of candle dye for a different look.

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