Genius Dollar Tree candle hacks you need to see!
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- Опубликовано: 31 май 2024
- Sharing brilliant candle hacks using Dollar Tree candles - these DIY candle ideas are so easy! Thank you for watching!
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So glad you added that heat disclaimer ⚠️!!!!! My dad almost lost 3 fingers from pouring hot liquid in a glass bowl that was not meant for heat and it shattered. This can be super dangerous and people need to be very careful what kind of glass they are pouring hot liquid into.
That happened to me with chicken broth. I poured it into a hot glass bowl and it split in two and I burned my stomach so bad. I am surprised it didn't scar permanently, but it HURT. I was in High School at the time and I think that was the first time I had cried due to pain since I was a kid.
Wow, good to know! Thanks for sharing!
It’s best to be safe of course, but if you put a spoon or other metal piece into the glass vessel, (just while you’re pouring the wax and then remove) the metal will conduct the heat away from the glass.
@@Snowhearts what a great tip, thank you
@@Snowhearts that makes so much sense! Thank you!
I make candles. Wicks are specifically sized (in thickness and material content) for the diameter of the jar. If you remove the wicks from a single tall jar and put it into a wider one, you'll get what is called "tunneling" when the wick burns. Meaning, you won't get a complete melted wax pool across the diameter of the candle. Instead, it will burn a hole straight down the center of the candle, creating a tunnel. The wick simply isn't fat enough to melt the wax across the entire diameter.
I've made that mistake before.
Solution??
Funny you should say that. I've used a lot of commercial candles and they do tunneling and even turn off. Guess they don't use the right wick thickness.
@@paulmccartneyadorrer Do research and buy proper wick size
@@paulmccartneyadorrer Place multiple wicks evenly - 3 should do it. You'll often see manufacturers using several wicks in one candle when making larger candles.
For small candles, such as votives, after you pour the wax let it begin to set & thicken, then add a birthday cake candle to the center of the candle- instant wick😊
Clever
Serious question…..if you all are willing to put all this effort and money into remaking candles, why not just buy the materials and make your own from the start? They’re so much cheaper that way, easier to customize, and you’re able to see exactly what ingredients they are used so that you’re not filling your houses and lungs with carcinogens. DT is filled with trash. I can’t imagine shopping there for something I can make 100x better on my own. 🤷🏼♀️
@@user-pt1cz4ot1e well aren't you awesome. I hope I can be as awesome as you one day.
Great idea! Thank you ❤️
@@kowalchukm the sarcasm is strange here, because what I’m saying is easier and cheaper. 🤨
When I was a kid we took a dry, cleaned out, cardboard milk cartoon, opened it all the way at the top, put a wick in the middle, filled it with crushed ice and then melted wax. When the wax hardened we peeled off the milk cartoon. This gave the candle a very cool "Swiss cheese" look! 😃
That "coffee with whipped cream" candle is so gorgeous it will be recreated all over RUclips and Pinterest within the next two weeks😁
Real candle makers already make these and sell them lol
I made them in Girl Scouts in the '70's!
@@SeanaRose-yy2me go buy one then bye girl.
Yep. Can't get THAT at Starbucks! lol
what a fantastic gift idea for xmas !!!
BIG TIP: USUALLY when you pour hot wax into a container, when it cools off it gives a well in the middle. So save some of the wax to top it off.
Thanks Jennifer
You can also fix this problem by making sure that the candle doesn't cool off too quickly after pouring. To do this, wrap your container in tin foil (only on the outside, of course) and heat it in the oven for a few minutes on "warm" (about 180 degrees).
Heat gun Fixes all issues after it cools. Completely levels it out
She said at the beginning low and slow to prevent that problem....but great backup idea
@@simonh7954 will a hair dryer work or does it have to be a heat gun
Hey, I am an old guy. Yknow, don't like using maps, parts left over when I "fix" things, stuff like that. I normally do not watch many vids on stuff like this but I was really impressed with this. I ran and told my wife about it. Good work. With fire extinguisher near I am going to try a few of these ideas.
I love how you videos show how to decorate on a budget without having the stuff look cheap. Thank you so much.❤️
Yes so many of these often look very cheap and tacky. These were really cute!
In high school art classes in the 60's we did some of these techniques. The whipped wax we used making Christmas candles frequently! It's great to see this art form resurrected!
Cool! Wish we could have done that when I was in school
@@LIAISAGREENBEL fr that’s a cool art class lol
Was
In Jr high we used hot wax in a project called boutique
Snowballs!
These were fun. Showing some pumpkin type things I'm like "Bring on fall!!!" 😁 That red, white and blue candle looked so professional. I had no idea they are making so many different colored candles at Dollar Tree now. Yay! 💖💖💖
I been burning fall candles since fall. Buy the 1/2 price and less. Got gome nice size 3 wick at WM for $0.50
None of the Dollar Tree stores in my area have all those color candles! We are lucky to see a white one with a Jesus sticker plastered all over it.
@@vg9616 you can melt the white candle and add the little wax melts to add color like she did. Plus, it adds some scent, too.
When I tell you I’m already ready for fall… 😂 Nothing made me happier than seeing fall candles in this tutorial.
@@vg9616 I just bought 2 candles from our DT white and lavender, I was surprised to see them for the 1st time
When my daughter got married, she bought about 50 of the tall white candles… we painted the bottom of them (about 3 inches) in chalk paint coordinating with her colors - they looked amazing! Her reception venue was small (65 people) and had a huge mantle over the fireplace. We paired the candles with fake ivy on the tables (farmhouse style setup - a long table seating 24 or so - we had 3 of those) and across the mantle - so cozy and chic
What was her total wedding venue cost with all the decorations?
@@kristinaa9476 I honestly don’t remember 😂 but it was definitely well under $2000 (in 2017)
@@songbird857 that’s very good compared to what many spend. I don’t want an expensive wedding, that money could go to better use. Good for you that you have a daughter who’s not consumed with over spending 💕
@@kristinaa9476 I thank God for her 😊 No debt was incurred by anyone for her wedding ❤️ and it was truly lovely ☺️
@@songbird857 praise God, that’s wonderful ❤️❤️❤️
I love the coffee candles! They're so creative with piping the wax and using crayons for the other details.
Love these tips! Another fun way to customize when making a layered candle is to tilt the jar at an angle, pour the wax, and wait for it to harden. Then you can either pour the next layer right over it at the same angle, or change the angle of the jar to another direction (make sense?). Very unique and still inexpensive!!
I used to do this with Jello
Interesting.
My favorite candle/ wax melt hack put them in the freezer before using and they'll burn slower and last longer.
WOW! That's a phenomenal tip!!!
@@marciabee thank you. My late grandmother told me it.
@@MrsAlmaTrumble She sure was a wise woman! ❤️
@@marciabee yes she was. She shared a lot of different hacks with me before she passed away in 2004.
@@MrsAlmaTrumble How wonderful that you had this amazing blessing: to have a grandmother who taught you so much! I've never met my grandmothers and always felt like I missed out big time.
That coffee candle is just the cutest thing ever!!
I have horrible anxiety and also have some other things going on that are keeping me from working an actual job and I am struggling extra hard today. I hate it. I feel totally useless. Watching this gave me some hope that I might have just found something inexpensive and easy to do that could make me a few dollars and doesn't look overwhelming, it looks fun and simple. I tried making jewelry but wasn't very good at it and I have been looking for something constructive I might be able to do. Thanks for sharing this, there are some great ideas here. I subscribed so I can check out more videos.
I just commented that this is a GREAT small business idea with good profits to be made! Wish you all the best!
I hope you're feeling better by now
I've done this for years. You can also take candles that are half used up or not your favorite scent anymore and combine them to make a new unique scent!!
Excellent as always. My favorite home projects are the self-made candles. My wife keeps asking how I come up with these and I change the subject lol. Thank you again for a job well done.
ArchGBUStanton, that's adorable
You’re wrong for that one..😂
@@fluffyfeet2304 Shhhhhh...
@@ArchGBUStanton Lol! 😆 I used to watch win Ben Stein's money 💰 as a kid getting ready for school then watch it with my little brother after. It was always the same episode and it was a sort of trivia show if you aren't familiar. I had already saw all the answers and had my little brother thinking I was a genius. I am 40 and have told him as an adult. It still makes me chuckle. Thanks for bring that memory back. 😆
@@fluffyfeet2304 😆 Gave me a good giggle.
Tip for candle making.... Never use a container that has a top that is smaller than the base. They rarely burn correctly 😊
My mother used to make large centerpiece wax candles in paper milk cartons. After they solidified she whipped some hot wax and iced the candles. They were absolutely beautiful. They made our Table settings gorgeous.
Are you related to Kenny?? Just kidding
i like that. It makes nice memories for kids etc
I bet the centerpieces looked amazing! Do you also do it? I was wondering if your mom taught you.
Long time no see! Great to see you here again 😊 Hope you're enjoying the Summer in FL and taking advantage of those beautiful beaches ❤️
Omg the 4th of July candles!!!!! I’m sure you can add a scent to that too! I’m totally making some for the back yard!
All of them are seriously amazing I’ve never seen anyone do this before
Most of those candles represent belief and prayers. They do last a long time and most supermarkets carry them.
I usually melt them the same way you do and add fragance oils but I loved the stickers ideas. I love making beautiful candles on a budget ❤️ Great ideas, thank you so much 😊👌
i was wondering about using essential oils to mix as well. any tips I should keep in mind when using oils?
This video helped me so much in kickstarting my candle making journey. Thank you for making and posting this! Very valuable stuff. You are right, every time I go to the dollar store I pick up pillar candles and new vessels. You rock for sure! ❤
Thanks, I'm feeling motivated, whereas since the whole virus wave began, I've felt stuck!!!♡
So thank you for inspiring me today! ❤️God always knows what we need when we need it, doesn't he? Even when we do not!😳🙌😊
Beautiful work btw👍💗
this isn’t candle making. this is just pouring melted store-bought candles into different containers and moving the wax from one container to the next.
@@sonialoves444 then make a video on candle making
This is technically candle making but a very basic version of it. @@sonialoves444
@@Wolfkyriethey just described literal candle making tho. OK, so you order a big chunk of wax, some wicks, and fragrance? You're still just moving wax from one container to another! 😂😂😂
I'm loving the Starbucks candle! Heck, they should pay you for the idea and start selling them in their stores. Super cute!
I'm always impressed with how creative you are! Love your ideas as always. Thank you for sharing them with us.
You know I used to make candles when I was a kid and beeswax was a dollar for a pound and of course it's not that way anymore. Your ideas for reusing the wax in these candles and also the scent melts made out of wax and reusing wix and everything else in this video is 100% I love it!!
Super genius chicky.
❤🎉😊
You can also melt paraffin and once it’s melted take an old hand mixer (or a cheap one used only for crafting) and blend it until it’s the consistency of whipped cream.
What fun! When I was in elementary school, a room mother was a crafty one. For Valentines day we returned from out door playing to our room totally decorated for the Vday party. On each desk top was an Ice Cream Sundae! Golly we were excited. Then upon closer inspection we learned it was wax! The room roared in laughter! For the topping she used your whipped cream technique! The boys got chocolate and the girls got strawberry. She used the sundae plastic glasses. Cut a red ball in half for a cherry on top, stuck a plastic utensil handle it like a spoon. I kept that thing for a decade or more. Can't tell you how hard it is to dust that wax whipped cream. Of course they didn't have wicks as her container was plastic, but if you choose the glass sundae shaped glass dishes you will be golden! Thanks COTC for uncovering that fond memory. Really enjoyed watching your creative ideas!
I love the idea of using wax melts in the candles. I have quite a collection and it is a great way to use them up
I have tried this and they ruin the candle. The wax they use in candles and melts have different properties for different purposes. The candle will tunnel because the flame isn't hot enough to fully melt the wax and the oil in the wax melts will burn and turn the middle of the candle brown.
Yeah, it's not really recommended to do that. a lot of times, it's a different type of wax, than jar wax and melts could also have more fragrance in them, since they aren't being burned. So, just because you can melt them and throw any ol' wick in there and call it a candle, doesn't mean you should. There's safety issues and like stated, it doesn't even burn nicely! Just spend the money to support a business (preferably small, handcrafted businesses) and get a candle that burns properly, with the correct wick, correct wax and the correct/safe amount of fragrance.
@@chinadollsyndrome Would replacing the wax melts with essential oils be a better alternative?
@@kadinsmomma07 yeah it would a lot cheaper if she just buy a bag of candle wax on amazon rather than pay a dollar and 25 cent per candle
And wear PPE while making these. Thank you for mentioning reading the labels. Absolutely stunning work. I’m definitely considering this, as I like to make gifts.
I was literally just about to comment and say "make sure whatever glass you're using is heat safe!" because I see so many different candle videos where it's not mentioned. I love that you brought it up because it can be so dangerous to use glass not rated for heat.
In love with your Starbucks candle. Such a brilliant idea. Thank you ☺️
This is so inspirational for someone who loves to give personal homemade gifts. I can not wait to try the 4th of July inspired one. Thank you for sharing 👏👏👏
These are darling!!!
And so is the video creator!!!
A+ work!
Using wax melts to add color and scent is brilliant! 🥰
Love these ideas especially the red white and blue for the Fourth of July!!!
OMG!!! For me this is one of the most aha DIY ideas I’ve seen in a while. I know it’s really basic however, My mind is blown that I did not think of this!🤯 Thank you for sharing this!!🥰👍🏾
Love these candle hacks! The coffee ones are my fav!! ☕️ 😍👍
On the red white and blue candle you could put some star stickers scattered around on the outside. All of the ideas are so cute.
I absolutely love these! The coffee with "whipped cream" and the red, white and blue are my faves. Thanks for showing us how to do them
Sarah Jane, I LOVE your candles! Especially the red, white and blue one. You are so awesome!
You can get a grater from the dollar tree and either some colored scented wax melts OR crayons (they burn differently and don't smell as good) and grate them up to make "confetti" in your candle by sprinkling it in throughout - or if you remember the late 90s early 2000s if you make sure the wick is secured you can also make a "sand art" candle by just putting the shavings in and not melting them, then taking a flame to the top to make a shell of wax on top.
Hey, I make candles professionally and just wanted to point out to everyone here that you please check whether your glass container is suitable for the heat of a candle flame or not. I know, we crazy Germans are all about our rules, but some cheap glass containers are not capable of managing high heat like this without breaking or they transfer the heat to the surface they are standing on. Here is a little tip, if you are not sure about the glass you want to use, take a wider glass and place the wick in a way that the flame is far away from the glass. Test the first one on a wider tray or a baking tray before you use it anywhere else in the house. Stay safe and have fun with your self made candles y'all.
I love your Dollar Tree! Wish ours was as well stocked and visually appealing!
Loved the Starbuck's candle and the red, white, and blue candle. ♥️
I've never seen any dollar tree that stocked and with so much variety! I live in a very big city and not one of them I visit ever looks this clean, organized, or stocked.
*Just a warning about repurposing candles (mostly the wicks).* It can be unsafe to put on old wick onto a candle of a different size.
The wick might be too strong for the diameter of the new jar and overburn. (Meaning it might burn burn too hot and go through the candle 2x as fast, or worse, create alot of black soot on the edges and will heavily heat up the sides of the glass which can cause burns to yourself (or your furniture). It's cool for a personal project, but maybe don't give a bunch to people, as you are essentially giving them an untested candle.😅 Same point applies if are are mixing waxes from two different kinds of candles (you've now created an entirely new wax that may respond differently to the old wick.)
Candles are heavily tested, but only to burn safely in the exact conditions they are sold in. (I.e X size wick burns perfectly in X size jar, with X kind of wax).
Thank you very much Brie .. That's excellent, valuable information !! .. B/c of your comment, I'm now continuing to throw away my half used candles lol !!
Then how are “candle kits” able to be sold? Because they legit tell you that you can use any container with those.
@@marli8907 it's possible that the type of wick is not very big or maybe doesn't burn as hot/bright. So since thery burn low they're most compatible with tons of different jars in a range of sizes from small to big
@@marli8907 Have you researched that? If there's no warning label there should be!!
No offense intended (researched) Just curious...The law suits must be backed up for yrs in the courts! Ugh TY for getting the info out there!!!
@@Katt_Geo Dont waste your candles due to her comment. What she says is not true.
Hi 👋 I love their stickers and I never thought of doing that that's a great idea to stick those butterfly stickers on those candles those candles are great super pretty🦋🤩😍🥰👍👍🤟🤟👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏
Oh my gosh - thanks Sara Jane - these were all so so beautiful!! I think I’m going to try and add citronella scented essential oil and make some red, white & blue candle gifts!! 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸
That's actually amazing...I'm so not crafty but I feel like I could do this !!
HOLY CRAP thank you for the butterfly candle idea! I have tons of dollar tree butterfly decals and other butterfly stuff around my room because I love them and the candles are just another fun way to use them instead of just putting them on the walls.
So creative and inspiring. I'm not very CRAFTY, but I may give this a try. I especially loved the Starbucks candle. Thank you for another wonderful video.
I love all your videos and always want to see more🙂 I'd love to see a video on a way to re-use the long glass candle jars after you pour the wax out.
I'd love it, too! 😁
Being a diy person.. Girl u have taught me so much in this short video...im not focused on candles right now but i am interested for sure.. even ordered a starter candle set on amazon over 6 mths ago...u talking about cute lil gifts the coffee candle yeah U..U DID THAT❤👏all was very creative 😁👋❤.
Wonderful , just wonderful 🌿🌺 very creative , great hacks 🌿🌺💛😊 love all the new colours
Wow ! You are so creative ! Loving the Starbucks candle , super cuteness !!
I've been doing this for years and save a fortune, I use the votive candles, wax melts of any scent and make the three wick candles that run anywhere from $3.00- on up! I do like the stickers on the tall candles because you usually can only find the religious ones that have decorations. I live in tornado alley and we always have a big supply in case the power goes off.
Totally gonna recreate my fresh balsam candle instead of buying a new one, they're expensive after all
The coffee one was awesome
Good job
I usually dont watch these types of videos but i have to admit. this is ingenius. I can never think of these things. I wonder what differences there are in the brains of people who can think up these things. I am envious lol
Absolutely love your candle DIYs!! I want to make everything into a candle now 😊 The holiday ones are so fun and great for hostess gifts too!
I absolutely love the coffee cup candles. These hacks are amazing. Thank you for sharing.
The coffee candle is so inventive. Love the thought process that goes into these ideas.
Thank you so much for this video!!! I never thought about melting the wax down and making different candles like this. I think you have given many of us new candle ideas!!!💕. Thanks again!!!
Great candles Sara Jane! I can't wait to make the coffee one and the red, white, and blue one!☕🥰
Thks for sharing SJ! 💗💗 these candle hacks! 😉😃 Love the wax melt hack with the candles 🕯!!
This is actually life-changing information not sarcastic at all. I honestly started this video thinking it was some probably useless information but wow my life has changed forever
These all turned out great! I used to make candles with my mom when I was little - good memories!
I have watched you make these. I need to try the coffee mug ones you have shown before too. So fun ! Thanks for reminding all of us to check which ones are not for hot liquids or flammable candles.
Yay! I'm so used to seeing your videos in the morning but I just so happened to go home for lunch, so I am able to watch this one too! The ceramic pumpkin candles I remember from a prev video and they're so cute. Looks expensive too -pinkies out-.
OMG I love all these ideas! I definitely will be trying some of these ideas. Making diy candles always used to intimidate me, but these ideas look super easy & non intimidating. Thank You for sharing!
I absolutely love this! I now know of some ideas I can do for gifts! Thank you so much for sharing this! Also thank you for the heat disclaimer! I love the butterfly decals they are beautiful! I love butterflies! Thanks so much for sharing! Blessings
The candle with the whipped cream is everything! It even has the swirl in the cup. So awesome! And I also love the the red , white and blue striped candle. You are the remix candle queen!!
The word candles is starting to sound weird now, being repeated so much. Lol. This looks like something I can do for sure!!
I will keep in mind to look for warnings at the bottom if I do any of these. The Christmas sticker ones looked so cute! 🎅
The little Starbucks one is adorable! Great job!
Sarah Jane loved all these candle hacks. I’m going to try some of these. Thanks for sharing
Too hard to choose a favorite, each of them were super cute! Love the coffee with whipped cream candle, and the little pumpkin ones from a previous video were so pretty! Oh, I can't forget the butterfly decals! Beautiful!
I just found this channel and I’m fascinated! When we were youngsters (back in the 70’s) my brother and I used to have a candle making kit and it was so fun! Thanks for a great video that brought back such good memories for me.
Thank you so much! I actually have been trying to come up with a nice wedding gift idea for a couple I know getting married next month & I believe what you showed us is actually very elegant to give as a wedding present. Also with the holidays coming up this is giving me even more ideas for holiday presents! ❤️🥀
ever since i discovered your channel two days ago i’ve been doing a marathon and im sooo glad you posted something else for us to watch and take notes from! i love your videos! 💜
That is absolutely awesome. I never would have thought about melting down the candles. I've always buy their candles! Thanks for the ideas. I will definitely be trying these tips! ❤️❤️❤️👍🏾👍🏾
Id love to see more ideas. Crazy how i never thought of this. Cute to give too, friends and family.
Now she has great ideas some of the best I’ve see you go girl!!!🙌🏽
They're all so beautiful! My favorites are the red, white and blue and the coffee drink with the whipped cream. Wow! They all look like high end candles that cost much more than what they do. So creative Sarah Jane! Awesome job!!
I usually don't get many ideas from videos like this but your ideas were really great and very versatile! I wasn't looking for candle ideas but definitely would love to try some of these. The little pumpkin and jack-o'-lanterns we're my favorite. The latte ones were also really clever
My favorite was making whipped cream for the coffee candle that was super
Your mocha candle is so extra, it's ADORABLE! you're so creative! i love it!!!!!
I am in LOVE with that coffee candle! Super cute and creative!
AWSOME! You did such a great job designing your Candles! I loved the Starbuck Candle and gee the 4th of July Candle was really cool too! Thanks for all the great ideas we sure appreciate the time and effort you put into your Videos for us Sara.
I'm so excited to try these!! Thank you so much for the how too and Dollar Tree videos!! It is my favorite store and my fiance makes fun of me but I don't care bc I love stuff like this!! 🧡🧡🧡🧡🧡
I've done them in the past a few time but your rite, they have gotten REALLY POPULAR AND SO EASY TO DIY! ❤️
This video could not have come at the perfect time
I am rebuilding my candle making kit/collection and just purchased supplies yesterday from Amazon and Micheals. The candle making supplies were on clearance. Thanks for the ideas. 😀
The candles are so cute. Loved the red, white, and blue one, as well as the Starbucks. Creative thinking. 😉♥️
Wonderful candle ideas Sara Jane! The Starbucks candle was everything. Thank you so much for sharing these. Blessings - Judith 🎭
Love all your ideas. I'm glad you showed the warning label, something I will now look for.
Lady, you are no doubt the CANDLE Queen!... you are THE BEST!
Wow! I love these! My daughter just moved to her first house. These will be a perfect thing to do together and help decorate her home to her specific taste! Thanks!
Awesome idea! I used to make candles and bought the Gulfwax blocks which were mega expensive. Never thought about using these big candles! Another idea for colored candles is to use crayons. Most crayon colors only take one crayon to color it, but to get a really red candle, you may need two crayons. And Crayola seems to do best, but if you have a box of 64 crayons, that's a lot of colors and you can mix them.
I used to love making the layered ones with different colors. I also used essential oils to make scented candles. Due to my horrendous allergies, I would never do that again, but at the time, it seemed like a good idea.
I melted my wax in a double boiler.
Great video!
I use a double boiler too, and love using crayons for color. I've found some really neat metallic, pearl, and sparkly crayons at Dollar Tree that worked great for color, especially if I just used that colored wax with added very fine glitter as a dip for the outside layer.
Another tip for using wooden craft sticks to center the wicks is to drill a small hole in them to thread the wick through. A Dremel tool is ideal for this.
As a candlemaker I would like to congratulate you on your resourcefulness, creativity, and safety concious approach.
I love it! I’ve been using these as decorative candles but I love the addition of the decals!!
These are all great ideas. Would love to see what you do with the tall glass jars
I was wondering also! 😀