Friday, March 19, 2010

Applique Candles-Tutorial






Plain store bought candles can be transformed into works of art by the easy method of applique that is pasting something which in non-inflammable on a ready candle.Use melted wax to paste wax appliques.
1 Kundan or Rhinestones- These are available at craft stores in a variety of colors and can be stuck with melted wax on a candle.
2 Wax appliques like heart shapes ,flowers can be made by using cookie cutters and cutting desired shapes with wax sheets.
3 Dried flowers, look good no doubt but are a fire hazard and should be used carefully on candles. They are used for show candles which are are not burnt but used as decoration.
4 Tattooes or water transfers are used to stick designs on candles by wetting with water.
WAX SHEETS-
Wax sheets can be used for cutting out required shapes with cookie cutters.Pour melted wax on a shallow metal plate, let it set ,cut out shapes with cookie cutters.Stick on the candle with melted wax or a hot knife carefully.
Appliques can be made keeping in mind seasons, occasions and festivals.

1 comment:

Much appreciated !