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Best Beeswax Candle Molds

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December 13, 2020 //  by Beekeeper Charlotte

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Table of Contents

  • Best Beeswax Candle Molds for Crafters
    • Traditional Candle Making With Wax
    • Making Hand Dipped Beeswax Candles Without Molds
  • Using Metal Beeswax Candle Molds
  • Plastic Candle Molds for Beeswax
  • Silicone Beeswax Candle Molds
  • Beeswax Candle Molds DIY
  • Candle Making Materials
  • Final Thoughts on Choosing Beeswax Candle Molds

Best Beeswax Candle Molds for Crafters

Making candles is one of the most creative ways to use beeswax .  Your imagination is the limit for this fun and easy project. Pure beeswax can be used alone or you can add other waxes to make a special candle blend. There are many different methods used to create beautiful beeswax candles.  Using molds makes the process even easier. However, you need to choose the best beeswax candle molds for your project.

image of various beeswax candle molds with hot beeswax

Traditional Candle Making With Wax

Candle making was an important part of every day life long before electricity came along. A candle was small and portable – giving the bearer a chance to light the way as they moved around.

Different types of oils and waxes were used to make candles. Beeswax was a premium product that beekeepers would trade for other items. Beeswax candles were your (Sunday candles) – the ones you used when company was coming over.

Making Hand Dipped Beeswax Candles Without Molds

The art of making hand dipped beeswax candles dates back through the centuries.  This is the process of dipping a wick repeatedly into a large pot of melted beeswax.

Over time, the amount of wax on the wick grows.  This is continued until the candle is the diameter that you desire.

As much as I love this traditional art, it is just that – an art.  While not a difficult craft, it does have a learning curve and takes practice. 

If you choose to try dipped candles, expect them to be a little bumpy – they will not look like they came out of a machine. (And, maybe that’s a good thing?)

For the novice candle maker, or those of you without a lot of beeswax, using beeswax candle molds is a surer way to success.

picture of various beeswax candles made with molds, choosing the best candle molds

Using Metal Beeswax Candle Molds

Creating molded candles gives the crafter more options for shapes etc. Early molds were made of tin and you will still find some in use today. 

These are available in the more traditional shapes and usually are made from aluminum.  They are durable and will last for a very long time. You can expect to use them for years and make many candles with them.

The only challenge to consider is getting the finished candle out.  When using tin candle molds, you must have a mold release spray .

A light coating of mold release is spray inside before pouring the hot wax.  This should aid in removing the finished product. 

If the beeswax candle is still difficult to remove, placing it in the freezer for 15 minutes may aid in removal.

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Plastic Candle Molds for Beeswax

Plastic molds can be used for making beeswax candles too.  You do want to make sure that the mold selected is approved for candle making with beeswax. 

Some soap or candy molds might be suitable but ensure that the mold can stand up to the heat of melted wax.

These molds are readily available in a variety of shapes and dimensions.  They are less expensive that tin or silicone beeswax candle molds.  However, they are less sturdy too.

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You should use a mold release spray and handle them with care when removing your finished candles.  They will crack if handled in a rough manner.

Silicone Beeswax Candle Molds

Now we come to the latest, and my favorite, silicone (or Flex) molds for beeswax candles.  These flexible “rubber-like” molds come in every imaginable style.

They are more expensive that some of the other candle molds.  However, they make up for the cost by their ease of use. 

I still use a mold release spray with these candle molds but you may not need to.

image of silicone candle mold and beeswax candles

Silicone molds last for hundreds or candle pours, even more if you are gentle with them. Using this type of mold is the easiest way to ensure success.

This bee silicone mold is very popular with beekeepers – I’ve made a ton of them.

The use of a silicone mold is especially helpful if you want to create candles with a lot of detail.  The soft texture of the mold material makes it much easier to remove an ornate candle.

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Beeswax Candle Molds DIY

Almost anything can be used as a beeswax candle mold.  As long as the material can stand up to the heat of melted wax (about 160 F), feel free to experiment.

In fact, you can use empty egg shells to make egg shaped beeswax candles! And that is just the beginning of the wide variety of natural items you can use to shape candles.

However, keep in mind – it is not only a factor or pouring the melted wax in the mold – you have to get the cooled candle out without damaging.  Play safe – have fun.

Candle Making Materials

  • clean beeswax
  • beeswax candle mold
  • wick
  • mold release spray

Once you have chosen your beeswax candle molds, don’t forget to order a can of mold release spray.  It will make the whole process easier.

Purchase clean beeswax from a local beekeeper, or order some online.  The wax must be clean or your candle will not burn properly.  

If you buy wax locally, consider cleaning your beeswax again as some beekeepers do not know the best way to do this.

Now, you need some candle wicking. Following the mold manufacturers guidelines regarding the best size wick for your beeswax candles.

Final Thoughts on Choosing Beeswax Candle Molds

Raw beeswax is such a wonderful material to use for crafting. Always take care when working with hot wax to avoid burns or fire.

Using your favorite beeswax candle molds – the sky is the limit for your candle creations.

My post on How to Make Beeswax Candles  gives even more tips for melting beeswax and having success with candle making.

Beekeeper Charlotte

Category: Beeswax CandlesTag: Beeswax, Beeswax Candles

About Beekeeper Charlotte

Master Beekeeper, Charlotte Anderson shares her love of all things honeybee. She helps others become better beekeepers and teaches new beekeepers how to get started. Her mission is spreading awareness of the importance of honey bees. She is a former Beekeeper of the Year in South Carolina.

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