Do you ever wonder what to do with that little bit of candle that remains at the bottom of the jar? I used to toss it until I became more eco conscience.
Now, I think of how I can make the most of everything! Why waste when you can be creative.
Seriously, being green gets your brain working and is actually kind of fun! 4 Quick Leftover Candle Ideas Make more candles - use the scents that compliment each other and place them in an old pot.
Heat over low heat until liquefied.
Place wick in jar (you can find these at craft stores).
Carefully pour into jar (make sure it is one that can hold heat).
There you go...
homemade candle.
You can do this over and over again.
Save money and no waste.
Melts - you can also make melts with them for your simmer pots.
You can use a tea light container for the mold.
Just make sure that you "grease" it so it won't stick.
Cooking spray works great.
This is a cheap way to keep your melts stocked and not have to buy them! Filler - instead of putty or other products, you can use leftover candle wax to cover those holes made by nails or mistakes.
It will cover the hole just as good or even better.
Art - melt the candle wax.
let cool slightly.
Pour on wax paper and let cool just long enough so it is not too hot, yet can still be pliable.
Get out the cookie cutters and play dough tools and let the kids make some cool stuff.
Even leftover candles can be reused.
Nothing needs to go to waste.
make the most of everything you use.
Reuse it and reuse it again.
Soon you will be the green queen...
or king!