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Looking for a simple yet stunning craft project? DIY dried flower candles are the perfect blend of beauty and creativity. Whether you’re making them for yourself, as gifts, or to sell in your own handmade shop, these floral candles add a natural, elegant touch to any space.

🌸 Why Dried Flower Candles?

Dried flower candles are not just visually appealing — they’re also a great way to combine fragrance and nature into your home decor. Plus, they’re easy to personalize with different scents, colors, and blooms, making them ideal for weddings, holidays, or everyday relaxation.

🔧 What You’ll Need:

• Soy or paraffin wax

• Candle wicks

• Dried flowers (lavender, rose petals, chamomile, etc.)

• Candle jars or molds

• Fragrance oils (optional)

• A glue gun or wick stickers

• A heat-safe container for melting wax

🕯️ Step-by-Step Instructions:

1. Prepare Your Container
   Secure the wick to the bottom of your jar or mold using a glue gun or wick sticker. Set aside.

2. Melt the Wax
   In a double boiler or microwave-safe container, melt the wax slowly, stirring occasionally. Once fully melted, remove from heat.

3. Add Fragrance (Optional)
   If you’re using fragrance oil, add it to the melted wax following the recommended ratio (usually 6–10% of the total wax weight).

4. Place the Dried Flowers
   Carefully arrange dried flowers around the inside of the jar or mold. Use tweezers for precision. For safety, place flowers away from the wick to prevent direct flame contact.

5. Pour the Wax
   Slowly pour the wax into the container, holding the wick upright. Let the candle cool and harden for a few hours.

6. Trim the Wick
   Once fully set, trim the wick to about 1 cm. Your candle is ready to enjoy!

🌿 Tips for Best Results:

• Always use dried, not fresh flowers — moisture can cause mold or affect the burn.

• Stick to natural, unscented dried botanicals to avoid chemical reactions with the wax or fragrance.

• Burn the candle with supervision, as dried flowers can increase flame size if placed too close to the wick.

💡 Final Thoughts:

Handmade crafts like dried flower candles are a beautiful way to express creativity, relax, and even build a small business. At Criatsy.com, we believe that crafting should be simple, joyful, and inspiring.

Ready to start your next project? Explore our blog for more DIY tutorials, candle-making tips, and creative ideas to fuel your handmade journey.