DIY Halloween Witch Candle - Black Magic

WhichCRAFT anyone?!

We are well into October, and I can't believe Halloween is only a few weeks away. Where did the time go? Oh I know, this heatwave we've been experiencing has fooled my into thinking it's still summer! I am the least prepared for the upcoming holidays than I've ever been before - omg don't panic! So as you can probably tell, today called for a serious Halloween DIY intervention. Inspired my one of my favorite Halloween time movies, I'm sharing this this wickedly easy DIY soy candle. Using a crayon gives is a cool marble effect and you'll love the way the wax turns black when the candle burns.

Materials:

Soy Candle Wax Shaving (about 1 lb)
Gold oil based sharpie
Small rose bowl
Candle wicks
Black crayon
Paper cup
Not pictured - pencil, small knife, scissors, microwave, microwavable bowl

* i got everything I needed from Michaels.

step 1. begin by gathering your soy wax shaving, and using a knife to shave down your black crayon (i used the entire crayon).

step 2. transfer the shavings into a microwavable bowl and microwave until the wax is completely melted. Depending on your microwave power this could take up to 3 minutes.

step 3. while the wax is melting, prepare your candle bowl by setting the candle wick in the center.

tip: use a pencil to keep the candle wick centered.

step 4. transfer the hot liquid into your paper cup so it's easier to pour into your glass bowl.

tip: I tried microwaving the wax in the paper cup but the hot wax started burning the cup! I heard a crackle, opened the microwave, smoke spilled out, and my smoke alarm went off. After a minute of flailing my pan holders in the air the alarm finally turned off. Phew. So take it from me, a microwavable bowl is the way to go! But transferring to the paper cup makes it easier to pour and helps prevent spills.