With all that old wax, what do you do with it? Melt it down and make candles! The members of SLPS met to make candles, a traditional activity for Imbolc as it is also known as Candle Mass (Christian). All that is need is the pot or double boiler, the wax, wicks, and the vessel in which the candles will be. Traditional dipping is an extended activity, so SLPS opted for melt and pour technique. Old glass candles had to be heated slowly, and the ones without vessels were put into a melting container specifically for that purpose.
Some sacred herbs and oils were added to the mix as well on a few. One very good note is to be sure the area is clean and the wax does not have dust or particles as this can make the candles crackle and and cause variations when they burn! It took several pours on the large vessels to achieve a solid surface as the middle of the candles would sink down. Overall, a fun and great weekend activity!
Imbolc Candle Making, melting candles, Friday, January 30, 2015, Salt Lake City, UT
Imbolc Candle Making, adding herbs to the candles, Friday, January 30, 2015, Salt Lake City, UT
Imbolc Candle Making, finished candles, Friday, January 30, 2015, Salt Lake City, UT