We invite you to discover with us how to personalize your candles to create your own unique interior decoration.
Whether in the choice of container or mold, coloring (thanks to different types of dyes) or even applicable patterns , you will discover the multitude of possibilities available to you!
There are a thousand ways to light a candle and transform it into a creation filled with imagination. Come and discover all our tips for creating your own personalized and unique candle.
Our guides on personalizing candles
3 families of candles & multiple ways to personalize
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If you have read our various articles, you will know that there are 3 types of candles. There are container/poured candles, molded candles and dipped candles. Each type of candle will be personalized differently depending on the desired creation.
How to personalize homemade candles?
There are several quick and easy ways to customize candles to suit each desired effect.
Whether by the choice of container, coloring or pattern, we present them to you!
Containers/glasses/jars for candles
When making a poured candle, you must choose a container to hold the mixture . A container is a small pot where your mixture will be poured. It can be of different sizes and materials, transparent or not, but also have several patterns. Among these containers we find glass ones, aluminum boxes and cups.
Candle molds
When you create a molded candle, you add your mixture to a mold . You will then need to unmold your candle. The result can resemble classic or more divergent shapes depending on the mold chosen. They therefore have different materials and shapes. We classify mold types by use.
Dyes
Obviously, when we talk about personalization, we immediately think of the coloring for our tender candles. The multitude of possibilities makes it an asset of choice, but is mainly reserved for molded candles . Dye is the customization choice that will most disrupt your creative process by increasing the size of the wick needed, for example.
We find dyes in grains, liquids, pigments and marbled . Micas, although not recommended, can be used for candles. However, they are more suitable for cosmetics or fondants.
Dried flowers to incorporate on the surface
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Dried flowers are very well known in the world of decoration. You can incorporate them onto the surface of the wax to achieve a beautiful result.
Write on your candles with pens
Candle pens are ideal for drawing and writing on your candles . With these pens, easily decorate your creations, thanks to its applicator tip. It is possible to apply the paint from the pens using a brush or sponge.
Glitter, varnish, raffia...
Of course, anything is possible as long as your creative ideas remain possible without disrupting your creation.
Whatever the occasion, it is possible to use these simple ways of personalization to create unique candles that will delight your visitors.
Conclusion
After exploring the different methods of personalizing candles, we see that with a little imagination and ingenuity, it is possible to transform a simple candle into a unique and expressive decoration.
Personalizing your candles is child's play and an opportunity to develop your creativity. With a multitude of possibilities, from choosing the container or mold, from coloring to applying designs, you can create candles that perfectly match your taste and interior decor.
We invite you to explore the different guides offered on the personalization of candles (such as the use of molds) to discover the tips and techniques that will allow you to create unique candles.