Have you ever had a favorite candle you didn’t want to say goodbye to, even after its wick burned?
Well, you’re not alone. In this article, we’ll explore how you can continue to enjoy your favorite scent, even without a wick.
Why Your Candle Wick Ends?
Sometimes when you’re about to light the candle, you notice the wick has gone too short.
It may be due to old wick or when the wax expands due to weather conditions. This causes the candle to burn unevenly or tunnel formation.
If your candle wick is drowning in wax pool, it means the quality of the wick is low. This causes the wick to burn too quickly and extinguish the flame.
Can You Still Use A Candle When The Wick Is Gone?
Yes, if you want to give your beloved candle a second life, you can.
Continue reading to find three simple yet creative ideas to extract every bit of your favorite fragrance.
Create Your Wickless Candle
Here are the steps to transform your candle without a wick into a delightful source of fragrance.
Melt the Wax
Melt the remaining wax in your candle. Find a naturally warm spot or use a double boiler. Monitor the consistency of your wax.
Note: The different types of wax you use will affect the outcome of your flame less candle.
Pour And Add Extras
After the wax is melted, the next step is to carefully pour the candle wax into a heat-resistant jar and allow it to harden.
You can add fragrance oils or colorants if you want to. Gather additives that can help provide a more suitable burning experience.
Set Up the Heat Source
If you’re using a tealight, insert it in the center of your container. For those using an electric candle warmer, make sure it’s switched off before you place your container on top.
Now, it’s time you burn and enjoy your favorite scents again!
Home Decor Using Wickless Candles
Another creative way to use these unappealing candles is to turn them into home decor. For this purpose, you can use pretty glass containers or jars.
Fill them with decorative elements like sand, pebbles, or seashells before nestling the candle inside.
This will help create visually appealing home decor items
Make Homemade Wick
If the wick of your candle is gone, you can also use these alternatives to get a new wick and fix a candle:
Wood
Put a toothpick, matchstick, or small wooden material into the candle’s center.
Soak it in melted wax first for the best burn results. The more coats of wax on the wick, the better it will burn properly.
Then, stick it down firmly to the center of the wax.
Cotton
Dip a short cotton string or cord, such as butcher’s twine, in melted wax. More coats of wax on the wick will help prevent uneven burn.
Let it dry, place it to stand upright, and then allow it to burn.
Paper
If your wick is too short to burn, extend it using a paper wick, such as a paper towel or regular print paper.
Scrape Out The Wax Around The Wick
Take a lighter, melt the wax around the center, and pour it out until the wick is visible again.
Or, use a scraping tool, knife, or other sharp object to scrape out the wax around the wick until the wick is visible again.
Tips For Your Candle Wick
If you notice an excess wick, trim the wick to a suitable length so it will burn evenly.
If the wick is too short, consider using a drill or screwdriver to create a small hole for the wick to extend, facilitating a steady flame.
You may notice soot accumulating and the flame struggling when you accidentally cut it too short, stay focused while you cut it.
If you want to enjoy the warm glow, try not to cut the wick.
When you burn a candle, allow the wax to cool and finish properly before blowing out the flame.
Implement These Creative Ideas Now!
I hope you’ll find this article helpful and it will improve your candle burning experience. Sit back and enjoy the soft light of your candle, or enjoy turning it into a piece of home decor. It is up to you!