Rolled Candles

Tools and Materials

Coloured beeswax sheets (typically 20 cm x 40 cm/8 in. x 16 in.)
Pre-waxed wick for candles 2.5 cm (1 in.) in diameter
Scissors
Hair-dryer (optional)

Instructions

1.	Cut a length of wick so that it’s 2 cm (¾ in.) longer than the short end of the wax sheet, i.e., 22 cm (8¾ in.)
2.	Soften a wax sheet by rubbing it gently between the palms of your hands or warming it slightly with a hair-dryer.
3.	Align the wick along the short edge of the sheet and bend the wax sheet around it. Press tightly to ensure the wick is firmly held.
4.	Continue making the candle by gently rolling. Be sure to roll straight to get an even candle.
5.	For added colour and texture, cut out small shapes such as stars from scrap pieces of wax and press them against the rolled candle.

Remember! Burn candles in an appropriate holder and under adult supervision.