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How To Make
Blueberry Muffin Candles

By Bob Sherman

This article was originally published in 1999 and has been rewritten, modernized, and modified for this web site.

This fun project uses commonly available inexpensive items in place of molds, so it is ideal for those who wish to increase their candle selection without purchasing more molds. Although this project shows a Blueberry Muffin candle, the same technique can be used to make a muffin of any type by varying the scent and color.

Vital Safety Information - Read First
It is essential to use materials that are non flammable - this means it is not safe to use paper muffin cups. Use of flammable materials is a fire hazard and extremely dangerous when burning the candle.

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.

This article assumes basic candle making skills. If you are new to candle making, my Introduction To Candle Making Course is free and will show you all the basics for working with wax safely.

Wax Formula
Any pillar candle wax formula should work. My preferred formula is:

1 pound - 140 Melt Point Paraffin Wax
1 teaspoon - Vybar 103
1 ounce - Blueberry Scent Oil

Materials
The following candle supplies and materials will be needed:

140 Melt Point Paraffin Wax
Vybar 103
Blueberry Scent oil
Dye - Harvest Gold and Dark Blue dye flakes were used here.
Wick
Silicone Mold Release Spray - Some folks prefer to use a vegetable based cooking spray.
Muffin Pan
Foil Muffin Cups - Optional. These may also be made directly in the muffin pan.
Whisk or hand blender.

Note: I do not recommend using your regular cooking utensils as it is extremely difficult to remove all wax residue.

Step 1
Foil muffin cups are optional, but enhance the finished product. Do not use paper muffin cups.

Step 2
The muffin cups are placed in a muffin pan. Note that these may also be made directly in the pan, however you will need to spray the pan with mold release first.

Step 3
Primed and tabbed wicks ready for use.

Step 4
Pour some harvest gold color wax into the muffin cups. Temperature is not critical if using cups. If pouring directly into pan then pour at 185-190 degrees F. Set aside the leftover wax for a later step.

Step 5
Insert the wicks. Try to center them.

Step 6
Allow the wax to cool.

Step 7
While waiting for the cups to cool, pour some dark blue wax into a pan.

Step 8
When it starts to harden, start scooping out small chips of wax to make the blueberry pieces.

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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 to the internet in October 1999 and has been modified and republished in December 2007. 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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