Valentine’s Day always sneaks up on me, and every year I promise myself I’ll keep it simple with something cozy, meaningful, and made with love instead of rushing to buy things last minute.
This year, I’m making this DIY Valentine’s Day Candle.
There’s something really grounding about melting wax, blending scents, and creating something beautiful for someone you love.
Valentines Day Candle:
This candle is warm, romantic, and easy enough to make on a quiet afternoon with a cup of coffee and your favorite playlist playing in the background.
This recipe made a candle in a 2 cup jar.
Ingredients
- 2 cups soy wax flakes
- 1 1/2-2 teaspoons essential oil
- Candle dye (red & pink)
- Candle wick
- Glass candle jar (I used one similar to this size)
- Silicone mini flower mold
Instructions
1. Melt the wax
Melt all 2 cups of soy wax using a double boiler or heat-safe pouring pitcher. Once fully melted, remove from heat.
2. Add color
Add your candle dye (red, pink, or both) and stir well until the color is evenly distributed.
3. Scent & pour
Let the wax cool slightly, then add your essential oils and stir gently.
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Place the wick in your glass jar, then carefully pour the wax into the jar. Allow it to begin cooling.
4. Create the floral topping
While the candle is cooling, pour some of the remaining wax into your mini flower molds.
Allow them to harden, then place them on top of the candle. If they need help staying in place, add a little warm melted wax underneath to secure them.
Once fully set, trim the wick to 1/4 inch before the first use.
Essential Oil Blend Ideas:
Rose Vanilla Love
- Rose (or Geranium): 120 drops
- Vanilla oleoresin: 120 drops
- Lavender: 60 drops
Strawberries & Cream
- Sweet Orange: 150 drops
- Vanilla oleoresin: 100 drops
- Ylang Ylang: 50 drops
Floral Chocolate
- Rose (or Geranium): 120 drops
- Vanilla oleoresin: 120 drops
- Cocoa absolute: 60 drops
Notes
- Any essential oils will work.
- Store your candle in a cool place to preserve texture and shape.
- This makes a beautiful handmade gift or a special piece for your own self-love rituals.
This candle honestly feels like a hug in wax form. It’s slow, romantic, and fills your space with intention everything Valentine’s should be 💞
Valentine’s Day Candle
Ingredients
- 2 cups soy wax flakes
- 1½ -2 teaspoons essential oil
- Candle dye red and pink
- Candle wick
- Glass candle jar I used one similar to this size
- Silicone mini flower mold
Instructions
- Melt all 2 cups of wax using a double boiler or heat-safe pouring pitcher. Once fully melted, remove from heat.
- Add candle dye if using and stir well.
- Let wax cool slightly, then add in essential oils. Add the wick to the glass jar. Pour and allow to cool.
- While it is cooling, pour some candle wax into the little flower molds. Allow them to harden, then place on top of the candle. If you need them to stay in place, you can add some warm melted wax to secure them.
- Trim wick to 1/4 inch before first use.
Notes
- Any essential oils will work.
- Store in a cool place to maintain the whipped texture. If it melts in warm weather, simply re-whip.
- Works best on curly, thick, or dry hair. May leave fine hair too oily.
Essential oil blend ideas:
- Rose Vanilla Love: Rose (or Geranium): 120 drops, Vanilla oleoresin: 120 drops, Lavender: 60 drops
- Strawberries & Cream: Sweet Orange: 150 drops, Vanilla oleoresin: 100 drops, Ylang Ylang: 50 drops
- Floral Chocolate: Rose (or Geranium): 120 drops, Vanilla oleoresin: 120 drops, Cocoa absolute: 60 drops
