What are the two most relaxing things in the world? Candles and crafts!
We love lighting a candle and relaxing with a craft project. In the modern market, candles can be expensive – for the same price as one candle, you can buy huge bags of wax! Plus by handmaking your candles you can use your favourite essential oils to add scent and cater the strength of the smell to your personal taste.
To make candles you need plenty of materials and tools. If you've never made them before this can be costly and it's often cheaper to buy them as part of a kit. Working with boiling wax can be dangerous, but a good kit will include everything you need as well as step-by-step instructions so you craft safely.
Candle making kits are great craft kits for adults and also make lovely gifts. You can either gift your finished candle or the kit itself! There's a whole host of kits on the market for you to choose from. Have a browse through our selection and fall in love with candle making just like we did.
- Best candle making kits
- Luxury candle making kits
- Scented candle making kits
- Beeswax candle making kits
- Soy candle making kits
- Best candle making supplies
Edited on 19 November 2024 to ensure pricing and product availability are up to date.
Best candle making kits and supplies
Drippy Home Candle Making Kit
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If you're a lover of geometric shapes and pastel shades, the Drippy candle making kit is the one for you. Although this kit doesn't include fragrances, the fabulous moulds make mantel-worthy pigmented pillar candles!
What's in the kit?
- 100% soy wax
- 3 pigment colours
- Luxury candle mould
- How-to guide
- Wicks
- Wick holders
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SCULPD Candle Making Pottery Kit
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If making your own candle isn't quite enough, why not go the extra step and make your own pottery holder from scratch! This kit by Sculpd allows you to create and paint your very own candle holder, with scented candle wax inside.
What's in the kit?
- 600g premium British air-dry clay
- 200g eco non-toxic soy wax
- 10ml fragrance oil
- 50ml fire safe varnish
- 1 ultra fine bristle coverage paintbrush
- 1 wick (eco lead free)
- Mixing stick
- Wick centring tool
- Sculpd branded matches
- Step-by-step illustrated candle making guide
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Ksedcon Candle Melting Pot
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If you don't have an old pan that you don't mind sacrificing to get all waxy when making candles, you might want to invest in a wax melting pot. This kit includes a melting pot, plus everything you need to make your very own boxed candle gifts.
What's in the kit?
- Wax melting pot
- 8 soy wax sachets
- 4 elegant candle boxes
- 4 colour glass jars
- 4 small black tins
- 6 fragrance oils
- 6 colour dyes
- 2 sheets of glue dots
- 4 wick holders
- 1 wood stirring spoon
- 1 stainless mixing spoon
- 20 candle wicks
- One set of wooden wicks
- 4 labels
- 8 warning labels
- Instruction manual
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Christmas candle making kit
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This make your own Christmas candle kit is the ideal holiday gift for candle enthusiasts who relish a touch of DIY creativity.
Crafted for beginners, this candle-making kit includes user-friendly instructions and eco-friendly, natural ingredients. Plus, with eco-conscious packaging and a charming gift box presentation, it makes a great gift for a loved one, or simply to treat yourself with!
What's in the kit?
- Candle jar
- 150g soy candle wax
- Wick
- Wick holder
- Wick sticker
- 5 ml essential oil
- Stirrer
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Cera Essence's eco candle making supplies
- Buy now in the UK from Etsy (£13.99)
Move aside soy wax, there's a new eco alternative on the block. Coconut wax is another fab alternative to beeswax and Cera Essence has used it in their cute box. We especially love the heart-shaped tins that make for the cutest gift.
What's in the kit?
- Four heart-shaped tins
- Kerax coconut wax
- 10ml fragrance
- Four wicks
- Four wick holders
- Wick stickers
- Four candle stickers
- Candle dye
- Candle making kits for beginners
Buy now in the UK from Etsy (£13.99)
Tea light candle making
- Buy now in the UK from Etsy (£7.99)
Start small with this eco tealight kit which contains biodegradable glitter! This is a great way to kick off your candle making journey and is a quick craft to do in the evenings.
What's in the kit?
- 3 tins
- 3 wicks
- Biodegradable glitter
- Glue dots
- Wick support stick
- Safety labels
Buy now in the UK from Etsy (£7.99)
Love colourful candles?
Take a look at our how to make ombre candles tutorial here on Gathered.
Luxury candle making kits
The Brown Box candle making set
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Delivery available: UK only
If you're looking for a luxury kit then we'd recommend The Brown Box's beautiful set. Using soy and copper tins, it's a one-stop candle making shop. Plus you can choose one of six different fragrance oils to be included in your kit.
What's in the kit?
- Soy wax
- Fragrance oil
- 2 tins
- Wicks
- Wick centering tool
- Wick stickers
- Labels
- Instructions
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Pop Shop America's Candle Making with Dried Flowers
- Buy now in the UK from Etsy (£45.65)
This beautiful candle making set contains dried lavender buds, dried flowers like rose petals, marigolds, pressed flowers and raw gemstone crystals to give your candles some extra sparkle. Plus you can choose which essential oils you'd like to come in the kit.
What's in the kit?
- Large glass jars
- 30oz soy wax
- Essential oil
- Mason jar
- 4 cotton wicks
- Stirring sticks
- Dried lavender buds
- Raw crystal gemstones
- Dried & pressed flowers
Buy now in the UK from Etsy (£45.65)
As fresh as a daisy!
If you like the idea of making your own scented items, give our how to make soap at home tutorial a try!
Scented candle making kits
Jasmine and patchouli candle making supplies
- Buy now in the UK from Etsy (£13.80)
Hiltingbury Holistics create sustainable and scented candle making kits with easy, step-by-step instructions. Choose between a jasmine and patchouli kit or sweet orange and chilli pepper (or unscented if you'd prefer) and start your candle making journey!
What's in the kit?
- 45g soy wax
- 16g vegan-friendly fragrance
- 2 tins
- 3 tea light holders
- Wicks and wick holders
- Labels
- Instructions
Buy now in the UK from Etsy (£13.80)
Tea scented candle making kit
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Delivery available: UK only
If you love the smell of a fresh brew in the morning then this is the kit for you. This candle making set comes with two special essential oils which smell like Darjeeling and Jasmine Tea. The kit also includes all the other essential items for candle making as well as a few extras.
What's in the kit?
- 2 recyclable containers and lids
- Soy wax
- 2 natural cotton & linen wicks
- 2 wick holders
- Essential oils
- 2 labels
- Wooden pegs
- Instructions
- Positive quote card
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Got beeswax?
If you've already got your own source of beeswax (maybe you know someone with a hive or want to support local beekeepers), check out our tutorial on how to make beeswax candles.
Beeswax candle making kits
Beeswax roll a candle making kit
- Buy now in the UK from Etsy (£1.99)
If you fancy trying your hand at making a beeswax candle or are after a small and inexpensive gift, you can't go wrong with this fab little kit from CraftyBeez. It comes with a single sheet of beeswax and a candle wick – all you need to make a simple rolled candle.
What's in the kit?
- A single 8.5 x 14cm hand-cut beeswax sheet
- Wick
- Instructions
Buy now in the UK from Etsy (£1.99)
Beeswax candle making kit by The Danes
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Delivery available: UK only
Like the idea of making your own rolled candles, but want to try more than one? Then give this candle making kit from The Danes a go! It comes with 4 sheets of beeswax and a cotton wick that you can cut to your desired size.
It also comes with a set of instructions on how to make four standard-size dinner candles (approx 20cm tall), as well as suggestions for how to make smaller candles, thicker pillar candles or even cutting your own unique shapes. Oh, and it's also available as pink wax!
What's in the kit?
- Four beeswax sheets
- 90cm cotton wick
- Instructions
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DIY candle making kit
- Buy now in the UK from Etsy (33.75)
Here's a full beeswax candle kit that comes with absolutely everything you need and makes a gorgeous gift too. This kit from The Crafting Cartel provides everything to make 3 candles, including the glass jars and double boiler for wax melting.
Plus you can also choose your favourite scent to incorporate into your candles, with options such as mood-boosting, energising and bug-repellant scents.
What's in the kit?
- 4 Beeswax blocks
- Coconut oil
- Essential oil
- 3 x glass candle jars
- Double boiler for wax melting
- Kraft labels & twine
- Wick-centring sticks
Buy now in the UK from Etsy (33.75)
Make your own coloured beeswax candle kit
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Delivery available: Worldwide
Here's another sweet little roll-a-candle kit, but this one is great for those who like your candles a bit more colourful! This cute little pack comes with wicks and 10 sheets of beeswax in different colours, making cute candles that will burn for approximately an hour.
What's in the kit?
- 10 beeswax sheets
- Wicks
- Instructions
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Soy candle making kits
Mini Soy Candle Making Kit
- Buy now in the UK from Etsy (£24.99)
Choose from a huge range of scents with this cute mini soy wax candle making kit. The packaging makes it a great gift choice!
What's in the kit?
- Step by step how to make candles at home guide
- 2 glass jars
- 2 cotton wicks
- 280g natural soy wax
- 15ml essential oil (choose from 6 different scents)
- 2 stickums to secure your wick
- 2 wick centering tools (for cotton wicks)
- 2 candle safety labels
- 2 labels to decorate your candles
Buy now in the UK from Etsy (£24.99)
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Hazel and Blue candle making kit
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We recommend gifting this high-quality candle making kit to a craft-obsessed loved one, thanks to its inviting scents and elegant design.
What's in the kit?
- 2 recyclable glass containers
- 2 recyclable aluminium lids
- 100% natural soy wax
- 2 natural cotton & linen wicks
- 2 wick stabilisers
- Essential or fragrance oils
- 2 personalised labels
- 2 wooden pegs
- Full instructions
- Positive quote card
- Link to step by step video tutorial
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Best candle making supplies
Wax pellets
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If you already have all the kit to make candles with, make sure to stock up on these high-quality soy wax pellets!
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Candle Making Kit Supplies
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If you're a fan of upcycling and already have plenty of old tins, jars, or other containers you want to make candles with, here's some supplies to get you started!
What's in the kit?
- Double spout boiler pot
- 50 candle wicks
- 50 candle wick stickers
- Thermometer
- 2 x 3-hole candle wick holder
- 4 stirring sticks
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Dried Flowers
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Adorn your homemade candles with these dried flowers for a delightful finishing touch. Consider matching the fragrance to the flower for an even more enchanting experience!
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Candle making moulds
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We're absolutely smitten with these whimsical yarn-inspired candle moulds, adding a creative and crafty twist to candle making.
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doTERRA Essential Oils
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High-quality oils are essential when it comes to lasting fragrance (pardon the pun!). This lavender essential oil by doTerra can be used for aromatherapy, unlike many of the cheaper essential or fragrance oils on the market. It can be quite expensive, but you can usually find it on offer!
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Enjoy your candle making kits
Whichever kit you decide to choose, be it a scented one, eco-friendly one, soy candle or vegan candle making kit, there's one very important thing to keep in mind – safety first!
Take particular care when melting wax and pouring it into moulds, and never leave a burning candle unattended. As long as you're careful and sensible, candle making can be loads of fun!
More ways with wax
If you're enjoying getting creative with wax, take a look at our how to make wax melts tutorial on Gathered.
