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Our pick of the most luxurious kits to make candles Fragrance Candle
Who doesn’t love a candle? They add warmth to a room, cast a gentle glow on everything (and everyone), make your home smell scrumptious and lift your mood. Whether you’re doing some yoga or curling up with a good book, lighting a candle will create a soothing atmosphere that aids relaxation. They make a lovely Christmas present that the recipient will absolutely love – or why not make them a candle using a kit. Prima even has its own candle making kit, exclusively at The Works. It's the perfect kit to unwind after a busy day and treat yourself to some me-time. We’re big fans of the scented candle here at Prima and in a bid to be more crafty we started to looking into candle making kits to see if we could make our own DIY candles, rather than fork out for an expensive option. Making your own candles is a brilliant craft project even if you've never done any crafting before – the craft kit comes with everything you need to get started on your crafting journey.
If you’ve ever wondered how to make candles, there are plenty of gorgeous candle making kits on the market and thankfully they all come with a step-by-step instruction guide. So no previous experience is needed – phew! Plus, learning a new skill can also boost self-esteem, improve cognitive function; all the while giving you something positive and creative to focus on. Once you start working with essential oils you’ll also learn about the wellbeing benefits of aromatherapy which can be life-enriching. There's a lot of choice when it comes to DIY candle making kits from beeswax to soy wax, fun tealights to luxurious scented candles, so before you start your candle making journey have a think about the type of candle you’d like to make – perhaps one that’s eco-friendly, inside candle tins or glass jars or even a themed candle? Whether you’re cultivating a new hobby, looking for an indoor activity or you’re after a thoughtful birthday present to send in the post, these candle making kits are a real treat and make a great gift. Candle making can also be the perfect activity for the whole family to enjoy (providing you supervise your children, of course) so we've also included some kid-friendly kits. Most DIY candle making kits include everything you need to make beautiful candles including a melting pot, thermometer and a vessel to pour your wax into. There are some candle making kits for beginners that don’t have a fragrance in them so check before you buy. To make it easier for you we’ve complied our pick of the best candle making kits that are guaranteed to bring you joy and help you unwind next time you need some rest and relaxation.
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This gorgeous crystal candle kit is perfect for some rest and relaxation – and brought to you by Prima exclusively at The Works. Enjoy making your candle, then grab a good book and watch the flame gently flicker above the crystals. The kit comes with everything you need and step-by-step instructions.
This is the ultimate candle making kit with everything you need to transform your kitchen or craft room into a mini candle making studio. It comes with a battery-operated melting pot and soothing fragrances like lavender and cherry blossom.
A lovely gift yourself. Schedule in some 'me time' by taking a mindful moment to make some scented candles. Fragranced with jasmine and rose, it's a gorgeous candle making kit that encourages the maker to manifest their dreams while making and lighting their candle.
Suitable for beginners and children aged eight years and up, this kit contains everything you'll need to master the art of candle making. It includes step-by-step instructions to guide you through the process, wax pellets, candle moulds, coloured dyes, wick, wick rods and mould sealer. The bright hues will bring a touch of colour therapy your home.
This lovely kit encourages couples to make soy candles together. The scents are Amber and Bergamot and Lavender, and the kit comes with everything you need to make a candle each – along with a cute quotes card to inspire you.
Treat yourself to this kit from Cosy Owl featuring a premium Peony Petals fragrance and a beautiful rose pink colour. It will fill every room with a fresh, soft floral note. Once you start making candles you won't want to stop.
These luxury candles look like they belong in a five star hotel. With their chic votive glass holders and aromatherapy-infused fragrance, they'll make your feel uplifted in an instant. Perfect for bedrooms and bathrooms.
Bubble candles are so on-trend, so why not make your own with a fun kit? And at just a fiver, this one is an absolute steal. Perfect for a bit of me time!
Another alternative from Cosy Owl, this kit is one of our personal favourites because of it fruity summer fragrance. It's a great starting point for anyone looking to get involved in the creative world of candle making and comes with easy instructions to make five candles in glass containers.
The best part? Its fragrance oil has been specially formulated to evoke the scent of strawberries, often associated with the Summer months, with notes of melon and kumquat.
Is this kit your cup of tea? Make your own tea-inspired natural soy scented candle, using specially blended Darjeeling and Jasmine Tea essential fragrance oils and sustainable eco-friendly ingredients.
One of our favourite candle making kits – this creates stunning smelling and looking candles. The lavender, pomegranate and hibiscus essential oils are incredible and the little gold jars that the candles are made in add a beautiful touch to any space. Each set creates six candles – enough to keep some for yourself as well as give as gifts.
This kit makes four distinctive candles make from 100% beeswax. Wrap them as a lovely present for a friend, or light them at your next dinner party to create relaxed ambience.
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