candle dye<\/a> to use is the liquid candle dye. With this kind of dye, you do not need to worry about having to mix vigorously to prevent any sediment like you would have to with powder candle dye.<\/p>\n\n\n\nWhen using liquid candle dye, you have to decide how dark or light you want your candle to be. If you want a lighter colored candle, use about three to four drops of dye and for a darker candle, use about six or seven drops of dye. The dye spreads quickly so it does not take much stirring for the candle to be completely dyed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Another form of candle dye are dye flakes. There are dye flakes that are created specifically for soy candles, which in our case would work wonderfully. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Dye flakes are a very easy method to use that comes in a wide variety of colors. With this method, you can add the flakes while you are melting the wax or you can mix it in after the wax is already melted. Also, a small amount of flakes goes a long way, so use sparingly!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Dying Candles Naturally<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Candles can be dyed naturally without the use of artificial dyes. Be warned, though, this is not the quickest method for candle dying! If you have the spare time and patience, though, this is a good method if you would like to use items you may just have in your household. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
For example, paprika can be used to dye your candle a pastel red. Keep in mind, dying a candle naturally is not going to give you as vibrant or deep of a color as artificial dyes will.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If you decide you want to use this method, you will need a few household items. You will need a coffee filter, string, and the natural ingredient you are using as a dye. Put the dying ingredient into the coffee filter and tie it closed with the string. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Make sure you have tied it tight so none of the dying ingredients leaks out into the wax. Now here is where the time consuming part comes in. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Completely submerge the dye bag you created into the wax and let it steep for several hours. The longer you leave the dye bag in the wax, the darker the color will be. Regardless, expect your wax to be dyed a pastel color.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
I would definitely recommend this method if you want to stay away from artificial dyes. While the process takes longer, the end product is rewarding and is free of unnatural dyes. Also, this is a great method if you love pastel colors!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Using Crayons to Dye Candles<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
A common solution to not having candle dye is to use crayons. While crayons are a good method for getting a bright or deep color, the crayon wax does not normally fully dissolve into the soy wax. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
This leaves the candle with chunks of crayon accumulating at the bottom and can sometimes lead to the color not being evenly distributed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Another downside to using crayons to dye your candles is that the wax from the crayons prohibits the candle from burning proficiently. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
When a candle has crayon wax in it, the flame will extinguish in a short period of time. These two reasons are why I would not recommend the use of crayons to dye your candles. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
While it can provide a vibrant or deep color, the consequences of the crayons are not worth your candle not being evenly colored or unable to burn.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Related Questions <\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Can I use Rit dye to dye candles?<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Rit dye can be used to color candles! The brand provides many different colors to use but it should be noted that in order to dye candles with this brand, it needs to be their all-purpose powder dye.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nCan you use soap dye for candles?<\/p>\n\n\n\n
As a rule of thumb, dyes with glycerin in the ingredient list should not be used to dye candles because they attract water and the end result will be similar to that of liquid food coloring.<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\nRead more:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
- Can You Use Soap Coloring for Candles?<\/a><\/li>
- Best Candle Making Books<\/a><\/li><\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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