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VBS Basteln und Hobby

Candle design with decorated and moulded candles

Instructions No. 3471

Instructions No. 3471

Difficulty: Advanced

Working time: 3 Hours

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Candles are not only a wonderful source of light, but also a special design element in your home. In just a few simple steps, you can transform ordinary candles into unique works of art that add a personal touch to your room. Whether you want to create playful elk figures, elegant stick candle holders or pretty storage bowls - these instructions will guide you step by step through the candle design process. Let yourself be inspired and create decorative highlights with simple means that will not only inspire you, but also your guests.
Creative candle design: individual decorations for your home
Decorated candles with the Candle Liner

Preparing the mould: Apply some of the mixture directly from the Candle Liner to your silicone mould. Use a spatula to spread the mixture firmly and evenly in the mould.
Time to dry: Leave the figure to dry for around 6-7 hours. You can then carefully remove it from the mould. Repeat this process as often as you like.
Labelling or painting: Decorate your candle by writing or painting directly on it with the candle liner. If you make a mistake, you can wipe it off with a cloth and start again. Allow the writing or motif to dry thoroughly.
Attach the figures: Coat the small figures with Candle Liner glue and press them firmly onto the candle to achieve a permanent result.

Elegant stick candle holder made from Keraflott

Cut out the circle: Cut a circle with a diameter of 7 cm from the pinwheel foil and place it in the centre of the casting mould. This creates a candle holder for a pillar candle.
Keraflott mixture: Mix about 4 heaped tablespoons of Keraflott with water to make a creamy mixture. Pour this into the mould and tap it gently on a firm surface to ensure even distribution and avoid air bubbles.
Demoulding: After an hour, remove the casting from the mould and remove the pinwheel foil circle. Allow the holder to dry completely to achieve optimum strength. Smooth any rough edges with sandpaper.
Composition: Pour some coloured sand into the candle holder bowl and place a pillar candle on top.
Charming moose figures made of wax

Melt the wax: Heat the composition wax at a low temperature in a melting ladle or melting pot. Use about 50g for the large and 20g for the small moose mould.
Colouring: Add wax colouring granulate to your desired colour and stir well.
Prepare the wick: Thread the wick through a needle and pierce it through the bottom of the silicone mould leg. Pull the wick through, pierce the antlers again and hold the wick taut. Jewellery tongs can be used to help remove the needle.
Pouring and demoulding: Fill the moulds with the liquid wax and leave to dry at room temperature for 2-3 hours. Then carefully remove the figures from the mould and trim the wicks with scissors.

Decorative tray made from Keraflott

Make the mixture: Mix about 6 tablespoons of Keraflott with water in a mixing cup according to the instructions on the pack until you have a lump-free, creamy mixture.
Pouring and drying: Pour the mixture into the casting mould and gently tap the mould to remove any air bubbles. Leave the bowl to dry for about 2 hours before removing it from the mould and smoothing the edges with sandpaper.
Decoration: Sprinkle a little organic snow into the bowl and place the moose figures inside. Arrange other decorative elements such as small cones or bells as desired.

Safety instructions

Never leave candles burning unattended to avoid the risk of fire!

Conclusion

You can find all the materials you need for this creative project in our online shop. Start your own candle design project now and bring a touch of craftsmanship into your home!

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Material list

Silicone Casting mould "Storage bowl", Large
19,99 €
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Universal melting pot
39,90 €
RRP 49,90 €
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Jingles "Gold", 110 pieces, assorted
7,95 €
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Coloured sand, Nature
2,99 €
(1 kg = 2,99 €)
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Organic snow fine
3,19 €
(1 l = 3,19 €)
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VBS Scissors "Soft-Grip", set of 2
4,49 €
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Pinwheel / Mobilé foil, DIN A4
1,49 €
(1 m2 = 24,03 €)
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Sandpaper, set of 6
5,99 €
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Keraflott Relief Casting Compound, White, 1 kg
8,29 €
(1 kg = 8,29 €)
RRP 9,50 €
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Mixing cup made of rubber
2,65 €
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VBS Plastic spatula, 5 parts
3,79 €
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VBS Jewellery pliers
4,39 €
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Needle set
3,79 €
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Pouring & melting ladle
5,79 €
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Flat wick 3 x 9 mm, length approx. 4.5 m
1,99 €
(1 m = 0,44 €)
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Wax colouring granulate, Grey
2,49 €
(1 kg = 62,25 €)
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Wax colouring granulate, Cream
2,49 €
(1 kg = 62,25 €)
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Composition wax
14,49 €
(1 kg = 14,49 €)
RRP 18,21 €
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Pillar candle, dipped, Red, Ø 60mm
9,99 €
(1 stuec = 2,50 €)
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Candle Liner Adhesive
3,49 €
(1 l = 139,60 €)
RRP 3,99 €
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Candle Liner, White
3,79 €
(1 l = 151,60 €)
RRP 3,99 €
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