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This document provides a step-by-step guide for making handmade candles, including a list of materials needed and detailed instructions for preparation, melting, adding fragrance and color, pouring, cooling, and trimming. It also outlines the quantities of each material required and the total cost for producing 15 candles, amounting to RM 147.20. Each candle costs approximately RM 16 to make.

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This document provides a step-by-step guide for making handmade candles, including a list of materials needed and detailed instructions for preparation, melting, adding fragrance and color, pouring, cooling, and trimming. It also outlines the quantities of each material required and the total cost for producing 15 candles, amounting to RM 147.20. Each candle costs approximately RM 16 to make.

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Handmade candles

Materials Needed

1. Wax http://surl.li/hoofle
2. Cotton Wicks
http://surl.li/vzpoxy
3. Containers/Molds
http://surl.li/gmddgz
4. Fragrance Oil
http://surl.li/hwjycn
5. Candle Dye http://surl.li/btbjrt
6. Double Boiler
7. Wooden Sticks or Pencils
8. Glue Dots http://surl.li/zgxlcd
How to make:

Prepare the Wick

● Use a glue dot to attach the wick to the center of the


container.
● Wrap the wick around a pencil or stick to keep it upright.

Melt the Wax

● Break the wax into smaller pieces for faster melting.


● Place it in the double boiler and heat until completely
melted.

Add Fragrance and Color

● Once melted, remove the wax from heat.


● Add 6–10 drops of fragrance oil per candle.
● Stir in a small amount of dye for color, if desired.

Pour the Wax

● Pour the wax into the container, holding the wick in place.
● Leave a small gap at the top for expansion.

Cool and Trim

● Let the candles set for 24 hours.


● Trim the wick to about 1/4 inch before use.

Quantity

● Soy Wax: 3 kg (300g per candle).


● Wicks: Pack of 15.
● Containers: 15 jars.
● Fragrance Oil: 45 ml (3 ml per candle).
● Candle Dye: 1 pack (a small amount per candle).
Total cost

● Soy Wax: RM 36.80


● Wicks: RM 9.20
● Containers: RM 46.00
● Fragrance Oils: RM 18.40
● Candle Dye: RM 13.80
● Shipping Fees: RM 23.00
● = RM 147.20
● RM16 per candle

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