Step 1

Pour the beeswax into a metal container or pitcher.

Step 2

Place the metal container into a large pot of water and bring to a boil. Turn heat down to medium and stir occasionally until the wax is melted. Make sure no water splashes into the wax container.

Step 3

Once the beeswax is completely melted, remove from heat and stir in the coconut oil.

Step 4

Add in 30-50 drops of essential oils of choice if you want to make a scented candle.  This is optional.

Step 5

Secure a wick at the bottom of the mason jar with a little glue and then fill the jar with the melted wax and coconut oil. Leave about an inch of room at the top of the jar.

Step 6

Using a pencil or bamboo skewer, wrap the end of the wick around it and lay it horizontal over the jar.  This will keep the wick in the center while the wax hardens. (See video tutorial)

Step 7

Once the wax is completely hardened, trim the wick to about 1/2 in and it is ready to light.