Person in a blue glove using a digital thermometer to check the temperature of a saucepan on a kitchen stovetop.

Consistently measuring in ounces and ensuring that the temperature is accurately maintained are crucial for proper setting of wax melts.

Red flower-shaped cookie cutters and a red flower-shaped object on a white tray.
A white plastic device with yellow hexagonal shapes and small yellow compartments, used as a glue mold or casting tray, placed on a wooden surface.

Ensure that your silicone molds for wax melt trays are arranged and prepared in advance prior to melting the wax. All necessary preparations should be completed and in place before commencing the melting process.

We use Candle Science CocoSol Soy Pillar Wax

Even when using silicone release spray, not all molds do well, especially with intricate details.

Every packaged wax melt must be weighed and the weight specified on the package for sale.

I have learned that putting parchment paper down on the spaces being used makes for easier clean up

Person wearing purple shirt and blue gloves preparing pink silicone ice cube molds on a kitchen countertop.
A floral-patterned teapot with a lit candle inside, placed on a reflective surface with small teacups around it.

Creating more unique wax melts, typically it takes a couples hours before removing from the silicone molds

Depending on the type of soy wax being used with color dye being added, you will often experience “frosting” on your candles. This is a term used in the candle industry.

Assorted ice cube trays and ingredients for making soap or candles on a kitchen countertop.

Each silicone mold must be free of residual hard wax from prior use. Alcohol applied via a small spray bottle is effective for cleaning. Additionally, I place all my silicone molds in the dishwasher on a delicate cycle.

An excellent method for utilizing these vintage vessels is to purchase pearled candle wax and short wicks.