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DIY Citronella Soy Candles

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 Citronella Soy Candles

Soy Citronella Candles

It’s that time of year where bugs (both good and no-so-good) are invading our backyards and patios. While I don’t want to do anything to hurt “helpful” bugs like spiders and ladybugs, I am not a big fan of mosquitos! The always seem to come buzzing around at that exact worst moment… like when you’ve invited your neighbors over for a barbeque and you’re JUST about to serve the hot dogs. Here’s a way to get those mosquitos and other flying insects to buzz off: make your own Citronella Soy Candle. The lemony scent of citronella can send the pests packing.

Citronella Soy Candles: Supplies

Soy Wax, Containers (I used glass jars from Ben Franklin Crafts Redmond), waxed wicks, wax (to adhere wick to jar– both items also available at Ben Frankin Crafts Redmond) and Citronella Essential Oil. You also need a food-safe thermometer, and a microwave safe container. Tip: A glass measuring cup with a spout is helpful. You’ll also need pencils or rulers and tape (for keeping the wick straight).

Soy Citronella Candles

 Step 1: Use a dab of wax to stick the metal part of the wick to the bottom of the jar.

DIY citronella candle

Step 2: Press waxed wick firmly to make it adhere to jar. Tip: Use the eraser side of the pencil to if you can’t reach the bottom of the wick.

DIY Soy Citronella Candles

 Step 3: Using a pencil or ruler and tape, suspend the top of the wick in the center of the jar.

DIY Citronella Candles Step 4: Melt the soy chips in the microwave. I used 4 cups of soy wax chips at a time. It took 8 cups of soy wax chips to fill the larger class container. In my microwave, it took three minutes for 4 cups of wax chips to melt.

DIY Soy Citronella Candles

 Step 5: Check the temperature of the soy wax. It need to be at 180 degrees. Let the temperature fall to 140 degrees before adding 15 drops of citronella essental oil. Mix (I used a wood skewer).

DIY Soy Citronella Candles Step 6: Carefully pour into jar and wait.

Soy Citronella Candles

 Step 7: Let the candle(s) sit undisturbed for 48 hours.

Free Citronella Candle Labels Step 8: If desired, print out these FREE Citronella Candle Labels for Yesterday on Tuesday by Printabelle onto White Sticker Paper (available at Ben Franklin Crafts Redmond).

Label Download

1. Click this link: Free Citronella Candle Labels

2. Click actions (upper left), then view all sizes, select large and save to your computer

3. Print on sticker paper

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Step 9: Cut out stickers and apply them to jars.

How to make soy citronella candles

Stuff to Remember:

Don’t leave melted wax or a lighted candle unattended.

Trim wick to 1/8″-1/4″ after each use.

Don’t let temperature of soy wax chips exceed 300 degrees when melting wax, it could cause a fire.

If wax does catch fire, use baking soda or smother with a lid to put fire out (NOT water).

Always check package instructions and use your common sense.

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  1. Johnnie says

    May 7, 2013 at 6:15 am

    Great idea Malia. I am obsessed with outdoor decor this year. Citronella candles are on my shopping list, but now I can make my own. xoxo

    Reply
    • Malia says

      May 7, 2013 at 6:54 am

      Hi Johnnie, I am obsessed with outdoor decor too! Loved your wine bottle upcycle! xo

      Reply
  2. Suzy Myers says

    May 7, 2013 at 6:40 am

    Great tutorial! I definitely need to make some of these for the summer!

    suzy

    Reply
    • Malia says

      May 7, 2013 at 6:55 am

      Hi Suzy, Thanks. Melting the soy in the microwave makes it easy. Congrats on your project in Kid’s Crafts 1-2-3! Malia

      Reply
  3. Julie @ Being Home says

    May 7, 2013 at 7:11 am

    Too cute! I love this idea of making your own candles. Thanks for sharing. :)

    Reply
    • Malia says

      May 7, 2013 at 7:13 am

      Hi Julie, Thanks! Off to check out your cool childhood chair makeover. xo

      Reply
  4. Tara @ Suburble says

    May 7, 2013 at 7:15 am

    What a great idea, Malia! I imagine you could set up a little “candle factory” once you had all of the ingredients in front of you. I’m going to do some scouting and see where I can find these things in my neck of the woods.

    Reply
    • Malia says

      May 7, 2013 at 7:19 am

      Thanks Tara… it would be super fun to make a bunch of little ones. I also used baby food jars to make some votives. Have a beautiful day!

      Reply
  5. Samantha D says

    May 7, 2013 at 7:37 am

    We spend a lot of time outside during the spring and summer, these would be perfect!

    Thanks!
    Sam
    https://cooksandcreates.blogspot.com/
    **Following you!**
    (Found you on Sugar Bee Crafts!)

    Reply
    • Malia says

      May 7, 2013 at 7:59 am

      Thanks Sam…love your spaetzle! xo

      Reply
  6. Maria Matter says

    May 7, 2013 at 8:14 am

    thank you for a great idea Malia!!! I’m so making these!
    hugs & blessings

    Reply
    • Malia says

      May 11, 2013 at 6:42 am

      Thank you Maria and congrats on your new site!

      Reply
  7. Crystal says

    May 7, 2013 at 8:16 am

    Great idea!!! I love how cute the jars look. They will look great on our patio!! Thanks for the recipe!!

    Reply
    • Malia says

      May 11, 2013 at 6:43 am

      Hi Crystal! Thank you! I hope you have a wonderful weekend! xo

      Reply
  8. Erin - Momasaurus says

    May 7, 2013 at 8:29 am

    Happy Tuesday! I just found you via Caryolyns Homework and I’m glad I did. I love this idea!! I’m now a follower & look forward to future posts. Great idea, woot woot!
    Erin aka Momasaurus

    Reply
    • Malia says

      May 11, 2013 at 6:47 am

      Thanks Erin… I be over to say hello soon! xo

      Reply
  9. Vanessa @ {nifty thrifty things} says

    May 7, 2013 at 11:58 am

    Oooh, these are SO on my to-do list. What a wonderful idea to make your own citronella candles! Love it!
    Thank you so much for sharing, Malia!
    XO! Vanessa

    Reply
    • Malia says

      May 11, 2013 at 6:48 am

      Thanks Vanessa and thanks for the feature! xo

      Reply
  10. Angela says

    May 7, 2013 at 6:38 pm

    This is wonderful. I will pay this on my DIY list. I’m hosting a new linky party at https://hickorytrailblog.blogspot.com/2013/05/efforts-and-assets-linky-party-1.html

    I would love to have you!
    Angela

    Reply
    • Malia says

      May 11, 2013 at 6:49 am

      Thanks Angela and Congrats on your new party!

      Reply
  11. Sande says

    May 7, 2013 at 7:51 pm

    Great recipe for citronella candles! I will definitely be making some of these. Following you on Pinterest and I will definitely be back to visit your blog.

    Reply
    • Malia says

      May 11, 2013 at 6:48 am

      Thanks Sande I am so happy to meet you!

      Reply
  12. katie says

    May 8, 2013 at 4:08 am

    Love this tutorial! I live in FL so you can only imagine the bugs we deal with–I need to make a few of these candles stat! Beautiful photos too!

    Reply
    • Malia says

      May 11, 2013 at 6:46 am

      Thanks Katie I sure appreciate it!

      Reply
  13. Angela @ Creative Blossoming says

    May 8, 2013 at 9:44 pm

    Awesome idea! Thanks for sharing!

    Reply
    • Malia says

      May 11, 2013 at 6:46 am

      Thank you Angela!

      Reply
  14. Amy* says

    May 10, 2013 at 2:56 pm

    Well aren’t these pretty AND practical! These would make a great housewarming or “just because” for the neighbors. We get invited for BBQ at our neighbors house and can’t ever stay long because of the bugs these. I should make some of these to take along with my potato salad :)

    Thanks for the cute labels and handy tutorial!

    Amy*

    Reply
    • Malia says

      May 11, 2013 at 6:45 am

      Thanks Amy! I made some little ones with baby food jars and used them last night. The candles helped keep the bugs at bay! Hope you have a great weekend.

      Reply
  15. Sumo says

    May 10, 2013 at 8:03 pm

    This is so fun! We will actually have a backyard this year, so I might have to try my hand at these. I’ll be featuring these on my blog tomorrow!

    https://www.sumossweetstuff.com

    Thanks for linking up!
    Sumo:)

    Reply
    • Malia says

      May 11, 2013 at 6:44 am

      Hi Sumo! Thanks so much… I am honored! Happy Mother’s Day to you!

      Reply
  16. Rita says

    May 11, 2013 at 3:43 pm

    Those candles are so pretty and they keep the bugs away at the same time! Perfect. Thanks for sharing.

    Reply
  17. [email protected] says

    May 23, 2013 at 12:54 pm

    Featuring YOU today! :)

    Ginger @ GingerSnapCrafts.com

    https://www.gingersnapcrafts.com/2013/05/over-20-things-to-make-this-summer.html

    Reply

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