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Basic Taper Candle Dipping - Page 2

By Bob Sherman

This is page 2 of a 2 part article on hand dipping taper candles. If you arrived here directly, the beginning of this article can be found at Basic Taper Candle Dipping Page 1.

PLEASE NOTE!! - Candle making can be dangerous if proper safety procedures are not followed. Please read these Safety Rules before attempting any candle making projects.

Step By Step Instructions - Continued From Page 1

Step 9
The first dip only needs to be held until air stops bubbling out of the wick. All dips after the first one are in and out, do not hold them in the wax. All dips need to be made to the same depth - the taper will form itself and no varying of dipping depth is required.

Step 10
Between dips the frame may be hung up if desired. Note that it is undesirable to let the previous dip cool 100% before redipping. although some cooling time between dips is desirable. a little experience will show what works best.

Step 11
It is a good idea to periodically stir the dipping wax to ensure even wax temperatures throughout. Color overdips should also be stirred frequently since the pigment will settle to the bottom.

Step 12
Repeat the dipping until the desired diameter is attained.

Step 13
If a color overdip is desired, it should be done before the tapers cool. Once the tapers are firm to the touch, cut off the nuts / washers.

Step 14
Place the candle on a clean, smooth surface such as glass or metal and roll a sharp knife blade back and forth to make a clean bottom cut.

Step 15
Trim the wick to approximately 3/8 inch or leave the pair attached if you plan to hang them as a display.

Step 16
Slight warps can be corrected by rolling the candle on a smooth surface while it is still warm. Some candle makers like to polish their tapers by doing this after it is fully cooled to impart a slightly shinier surface.

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Disclaimer: The information presented here is accurate to the best of my knowledge and common candle making practices as of the time of this writing. This article was originally published in December 1998 and was rewritten and modernized for use here in January 2006. The author and the publisher accept no liability for the use or misuse of any of the information presented in this article. This article is presented for informational purposes and is used at your own risk.

Author: Bob Sherman

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