Did you know that you can make custom candles in a jar shape? You can make them in any shape really! This tutorial will show you how to create a reusable candle mold in the shape of a mason jar and then how to pour your own candles. This craft is a great way to make handmade gifts or add a little ambiance to your home. Here are 5 steps to tell you how to custom your candle jar shape:
First, working with two mixing cups
Second, adding hot glue to the bottom
Third, upside down mason jar
Forth, mixing silicone rubber mixture
Fifth, stirring silicone rubber
First, working with two mixing cups
First, we are working with two mixing cups to mix together the EasyMold and then using the mason jar to create our mold template.Supplies for creating a candle mold including measuring cups, mason jars and silicone rubber mix .Make sure at least one of the mixing cups has a flat bottom. This is what we will use to create the mold with the mason jar.
Second, adding hot glue to the bottom
Second,adding hot glue to the bottom of a mixing cup. After the glue has dried and created a flat bottom, apply hot glue around the lip of the mason jar and place it upside down in that mixing cup. So, the lips of the mason jar should be gluing to the hot glue in the bottom of the mixing cup.
Third, upside down mason jar
Third, upside down mason jar inside of a mixing cup.Remember, you want a tight seal here that will not leak. This process preparing for the easymold to be poured around the jar to create the cast. Set this aside to dry completely.
Forth, mixing silicone rubber mixture
In a separate mixing cup, mix the castin’ craft easymold silicone rubber. Mix equal parts of the two components. Be sure to follow all instructions and measure carefully. Mix really well before continuing making sure all product on the sides and bottom gets mixed.
Fifth, stirring silicone rubber
Fifth, stirring silicone rubber inside a mixing cup now that your jar has securely adhered to the bottom of the first mixing cup and you can get your shape several minutes later.
