DIY Candles with a Conscience

Candles instantly transform a space—adding warmth, comfort, and a relaxing ambiance. But not all candles are created equal. Many are made with unknown ingredients that can release harmful fumes when burned, taking away from the very experience they’re meant to enhance.

The good news? You can take control.

Instead of settling for store-bought options, why not create your own candles using natural, safe ingredients—fully customized to your preferences?

Candle-making may sound intimidating, but it’s actually simple, creative, and incredibly rewarding. You get to choose:

• Your favorite scents
• Your preferred colors
• A container that fits your style and space

You can even craft candles that support your mood:

• Lavender → relaxation
• Clary sage → clarity
• Eucalyptus → focus and balance

Whether it’s for personal use, gifting, or a fun activity with friends, DIY candles are both practical and meaningful.

Let’s get started.

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Why Use Hemp Wick for Candle-Making?

Organic | Clean Burn | Reliable Performance

You’ve picked your wax—great. But what about the wick?

Most people overlook this step, but the wick is essential. Many conventional wicks are made with cheap or unclear materials that can affect burn quality and safety.

That’s where hemp wick stands out.

Benefits of Hemp Wick

🌿 100% Organic & Non-Toxic
Made from natural hemp fibers, free from harmful chemicals, pesticides, PVC, BPA, and heavy metals.

🔥 Ready to Use
Pre-coated in natural beeswax—no need for extra preparation.

✨ Clean, Even Burn
Ensures a steady flame and smooth wax melt with minimal flare-ups.

🕯️ Versatile for Any Candle Size

• Standard wick → ideal for small candles and tea lights
• Thick wick → stronger flame for larger candles and longer burn time

📏 Easy to Work With
Naturally rigid, making it easier to keep your wick straight and centered.

🌬️ Cleaner Air
Beeswax candles may help purify the air by releasing negative ions that reduce pollutants—great for a cleaner, more natural environment.

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How to Make Natural Beeswax Candles

What You’ll Need

• Thick organic hemp wick
• Glass jar or container (2–3” wide works best)
• Wick sustainer tabs
• Natural beeswax (or soy wax if preferred)
• Double boiler (or saucepan + heatproof bowl)
• Essential oils (optional)

Tools:
Scissors, pliers, pencil or stick, wooden dowel (for stirring)

Steps:

1. Cut hemp wick to correct length: Rule of thumb is to give yourself around 5” longer than the container that you’re using (more on this below).

2. Attach hemp wick to wick tabs:

Thread your wick through the opening in the tab and pinch top closed with pliers. This will help you to stick your wick to the bottom of your container.

3. Assemble your double boiler:

If you don’t have one, that’s fine! I used a saucepan and bowl, filled the saucepan halfway with water, and placed the bowl on top. Make sure your bowl is resting on the rim of the pan and not touching the water.

4. Set to medium heat: Put double boiler on the stovetop and turn onto medium heat.

5. Add wax to the pot:

Your wax will start to melt as the water boils underneath it. Stir the wax with a wooden dowel and keep an eye on it to make sure it doesn’t burn. Add essential oils to wax as it melts, stirring them in. I used rose absolute, which worked well with the honey scent that beeswax has naturally. The amount you use depends on your own preferences!

6. Place hemp wick in the container:

To prevent the wick from moving while pouring the wax into the container, dip the wick tab that is attached to your hemp wick into the melted wax. Get a little wax on the bottom and then immediately place the “waxed” tab on the bottom center of your container, pressing it down. It will harden and hold it in place.

7. Center hemp wick:

After the tab is attached, wrap the hemp wick that extends beyond your container around a stick or pencil and rest it on the rim of your container. This will ensure that your wick stands straight up and centered in your candle.

8. Let the wax melt:

Once the wax is completely melted, turn your heat off and let the wax cool slightly.

9. Pour wax:

Pour the wax into your container, make sure to leave a little space at the top.

10. Let cool for 24 hours: Let your candle cool and harden completely. I let mine rest overnight.

11. Cut hemp wick:

Cut your wick to size – 0.5 to 1” beyond wax top is best.

12. Burn and enjoy! You’ve just made your own awesome candle! 

What candle creations have you made? Tag us in your photos on Instagram @TwistedBeeHempWick so we can check it out!