Okay, so, I’ve been getting into making candles lately, and I wanted to share my experience with making a “Virgo” themed one. It was a bit of a process, but pretty fun overall.
Getting Started
First off, I gathered all my supplies. I’m talking wax, a wick, a container (I found a nice, simple glass jar), some essential oils, and a thermometer. I also grabbed a double boiler, which is basically just a pot with a smaller bowl on top, to melt the wax safely. It’s important to make sure you’ve got everything you need before you start, trust me.
Melting the Wax
Then I began to melt the wax. I put some water in the bottom of the double boiler and brought that to a simmer. I put my soy wax flakes in the top bowl. I used a thermometer to keep an eye on the temperature, as you don’t want it to get too hot. I think mine was around 180-185 degrees Fahrenheit. It took a bit of time for the wax to completely melt, so I just patiently stirred it every now and then.
Adding the Scents
Once the wax was all melted, I took it off the heat. This was when I added the essential oils. Now, for a “Virgo” candle, I wanted something earthy and grounding. After doing some reading, I decided on a mix of patchouli, lavender, and a touch of sandalwood. I put in a few drops of each, you can mess around with the amounts to get the scent just how you like it. It smelled really nice, not too strong.
Preparing the Container
While the wax was cooling just a bit, I started to prepare the container. I secured the wick to the bottom of the jar using a little bit of melted wax. I also used a couple of pencils laid across the top of the jar to keep the wick centered while I poured the wax.
Pouring the Wax
After I make sure the wax had cooled down a little more, but was still liquid, I slowly poured it into the jar. I tried to do this steadily to avoid any air bubbles. Then it was just a waiting game for the wax to set.
Letting it Cure
It takes a few hours for the candle to fully harden, and I think I left mine overnight just to be safe. The next day, I trimmed the wick down to about 1/4 inch, and that’s it! My Virgo candle was ready to go.
Final Thoughts
Lighting it up for the first time, I was pretty happy with how it turned out. It burned evenly, and the scent was just right – calming and earthy, just like I wanted. It actually made the room feel really cozy and relaxed, even that crackling sound of the burning wick was soothing. It makes sense what I read about how lighting candles and scents can trigger good emotions and reduce anxiety. I’ll definitely be making more candles in the future. It’s a fun little project, and you get a nice, personalized candle out of it. Plus, it’s a great way to unwind and de-stress after a long day.
