Learn how to make a pretty candle in an eggshell just in time for Easter. If you are doing a lot of baking or decorating eggs for the holiday, then you will probably have leftover shells. I will show you how to reuse the shells to create a fragrant and beautiful candle to display in your home.
Since we will be staying in this Easter, I thought these eggshell candles would make a cute display on the dining table or another great idea is to make a dozen eggshell candles and put them back in the carton for packaging and giving them as a gift.
If you love trying out new projects then you are going to love this easy candle making tutorial.
Last week on the blog I shared How To Make A Creative Egg Carton Craft Gift For Easter and I thought that one way to use the carton would be to package the eggshell candles.
I thought it would be nice to round up a list of essential oil blends that remind us of springtime and can be used to scent candles. Also these oils are beneficial during this time of the year for emotional health and wellness.
Some of the best scented candles for spring:
- Lavender and Grapefruit
- Chamomile, Geranium and Lavender
- Ylang Ylang and Bergamot
- Orange and Ylang Ylang
- Lavender, Lime, Lemon and Rosemary
Can you just smell the scents now?
Make sure you check out these 6 Easter Egg Craft Ideas that are easy to make!
Eggshell Candle Making Supplies:
- Eggs
- Small Knife
- Wicks
- 3 cups Natural Soy Wax or Beeswax
- Yellow Crayon (optional)
- Essential Oils (I used Lavender and Grapefruit)
- Glue Dots
- Small Metal Funnel
- Double Boiler or Pouring Pot
This candle recipe will make approximately half a dozen eggshell candles.
How To Make A Pretty Candle In A Eggshell:
Step 1: Use a small knife or spoon to lightly tap the top of the egg. Gently peel off the broken eggshell and remove the egg white and yoke. You can save the eggs to cook or bake with.
Wash the inside and outside of the eggs thoroughly with soap and water. Then, dry the hollow shells upside down.
Step 2: Apply candle glue dots to the metal bases of six wicks and place them on the bottom center of each individual eggshell.
Step 3: Place 3 cups (depending on how full you want the candle to fill the eggshells) of natural soy wax flakes or beeswax into a heat resistant bowl. Using the double boiler method, melt the wax until completely dissolved into a liquid.
I used a broken yellow crayon from my daughter’s room to add to the wax. This step is optional but will give the wax a yellow color perfect to mimic the inside of an egg.
General Double Boiler Set Up:
- Select an old pot that is large enough to place your pouring pot or glass Pyrex measuring cup into.
- Add an inch or two of water to the old pot.
- Bring to a boil.
- Place your pouring pot directly into this boiling water. You may wish to place a metal cookie cutter, or similarly shaped item in the bottom of your old pot to elevate the pouring pot.
Step 4: Heat the wax until all the flakes are completely melted. Add 1 fl. ounces of fragrance or essential oils to the melted wax. I used lavender and grapefruit for these eggshell candles and this combination smells amazing.
Use an egg carton to hold eggs in place. Carefully pour wax into the eggs. Make sure the wick is centered as much as possible. I used a small metal funnel to pour the wax into the eggshells. Allow 2-3 hours for the wax to harden. Trim wick to 1/4 inch.
Be careful when you burn your scented eggshell candles for a long period of time! The wax bases that help the candles stand on their own might melt. You can use a metal, glass, or ceramic container to burn the candles. Don’t leave the candles untended; we sure don’t want any unfortunate incidents for Easter!
More Easter Craft Ideas:
- How To Make A Creative Egg Carton Craft Gift For Easter
- Blue and White Paper Napkin Eggs
- Easter Flower Arrangement
- Simple Easter Tablescape Decor
Make sure to pin the image below so you can save this project for later.
