Learn how to make candles with AI

Choosing the right candle type

There are many different types of candles to work with. Narrow down the right candle type and get personalized recommendations based on your goals with AI. For example, if eco-friendly or heavily scented candles are your priority, let AI know, and it will suggest similar types of candles for you to make. Try these or your own AI prompts:

• What are the pros and cons of coconut wax candles versus beeswax candles?
• What type of wax is the easiest for beginner candle-makers?
• I’m making a candle for the first time. Should I use a cotton or wood wick?
• Are tealight candles the easiest type to make as a beginner?

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Gathering supplies and tools

The next step to making candles at home is to collect the right supplies. If you’re unsure what you need, ask AI for a tailored list of the necessary supplies and tools based on your chosen candle type. AI even finds materials locally or online or provides tips on repurposing household items. Use these example prompts for inspiration:

• What supplies do I need to make wooden wick soy wax candles?
• In bullet points, list the supplies I need to make taper candles.
• Where should I source beeswax to make candles?
• How many wax melting pots do I need to make candles?

Get step-by-step candle making instructions

Once you’ve gathered your supplies and tools, it’s time to make your candle. AI creates step-by-step guides to simplify the process or provide candle-making techniques. Feel free to experiment with these candle-making prompts:

• List the steps I need to follow to create a scented soy candle in bullet points.
• What’s the easiest way to make gel candles?
• How can I make candles with leftover candle wax?
• Provide detailed instructions on how to make a layered candle.

Customizing scents and colors

Explore colors and scents for candle-making with AI. Discover how to create candle scents with different essential oil combinations or combine candle dyes. Give these prompts a go or make your own:

• How do I prevent uneven color distribution in my candles?
• What essential oils do I need to combine to create a candle that smells like old books?
• Provide tips on how to mix candle dyes to create new colors.
• How do I create a rain-scented candle?

Advance your candle-making skills

Once you’ve made your first few batches of candles, progress your skills and ask AI for new candle-making techniques. Try these prompts or make your own:

• Teach me how to make marble-effect candles.
• How do I add dried flowers to my candle wax?
• What’s the best way to make layered scented candles?
• Provide candle-carving techniques.

Candle-making is much easier with AI guidance. If you want to pursue more hobbies, consider painting, sewing, or photography.