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Jar Candle Tips and Tricks

January 15, 2010

Jar CandleI hate to waste and I love to burn scented jar candles. The candles say to only burn the wick down to a certain point, then dispose of the candle. Since these candles are not cheap, I don't want to throw away that much wax, so I ignored the directions and burned the candle all the way to the bottom.

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Until the day I almost burned my house down. The jar was so hot that the glass broke, and the burning wax began to burn my coffee table. But I still don't want to throw away that much wax.

So here's a tip that I came up with. When the candle begins to get low, put the candle in an oven safe baking pan that has about 1/2 inch of water in the bottom. If the candle should break, the glass and wax will be contained within the baker and the water would immediately extinguish whatever fire may still be burning.

As a side note, if you would rather follow the directions, but still hate the thought of throwing that much wax away, take a knife and gently break up the remaining wax into small bits. Take some sort of mesh, like tulle, place the wax bits on top of the mesh and tie it up so that it looks like those wedding favors that are so popular. Or put them in closets, drawers, cabinets, etc for a lovely scent when you open the doors/drawers. Or save them to use for a wedding or baby shower or even a birthday.

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By aprilcotton from Aurora, CO

 

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February 9, 20110 found this helpful
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These tips from Aprilcotton are dangerous!

Instead, use either a mug warmer, or even better a candle warmer ($5 at Wal Mart, may find it cheaper elsewhere) to use up the last of the wax. I don't even light my candles. I put them on a candle warmer and they last for many months. I have some on now that I've had for over a year and they still smell nice.

And so much safer than melting on the stove or using a knife to break up in the jar.

 
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December 15, 2017

I'm new in the world of candles. I bought one in a glass container and it turns out that it is very hot. I can not touch it, especially in the part that no longer has wax.

It's that normal? Do all the glass candles get too hot at some point?

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December 16, 20170 found this helpful
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Yes, they do get hot especially if if has been on awhile. I always put it on a cork coaster or on a surface that won't be affected by heat.

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I don't try to pick up the jar until it has cooled down.

 

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December 22, 20170 found this helpful
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The size of the jar or container will usually determine how hot "to the touch" the container will be while the candle is burning and for several minutes after the flame is out.

  • Most jar candles will become very hot, especially in the area above the wax.
  • It is usually a good idea to set the jar candle on a plate or mat before lighting so it does not have to be moved while burning or for a while after flame is out.
  • Think carefully about safety (especially if children are around) and try not to leave any candle unattended.
  • Generally, the larger the circumference of the jar the cooler the outside will be (larger candle holders cooler than small containers).
 
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February 6, 2006

I bought a jar candle made by Village Candles. The fragrance I bought is called pina colada. It smells great! Has anybody ever bought Village Candles and what fragrance do you like? I would like to get some ideas for some other fragrances, before I shell out more money for a fragrance I may not like, even though every one has different taste.



Thanks,
P.J. from Delaware

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By Kathie (Guest Post)
February 7, 20060 found this helpful

My mother-in-law bought me one for a gift. It was chocolate scented. It is the most potent scented candle I have ever experienced. It is worth the investment to buy Village Candles as they are the most fragrant ones I have ever tried.

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Kathie, South Portland, Maine

 
By Peggy (Guest Post)
February 7, 20060 found this helpful

Where do you buy Village Candles?

 
February 7, 20060 found this helpful

There are lots of places on line to buy them. Just do a search for Village Candles. I have a Village Candle Shop about a half mile away from me here in South Portland,Maine by the Maine Mall.

 
By debbie in sc (Guest Post)
February 7, 20060 found this helpful

are those the ones that are similar to Yankee candles and sold in home stores like "linens'n'things" and "bed, bath and beyond"?
i can only comment on Yankee candles, to which i am a dedicated fanatic, despite the price. i have even made a "pilgrimage" to the factory in Mass.

 
By Peggy (Guest Post)
February 7, 20060 found this helpful

Thanks, I will look on the web for the candles. Have you tried the Trapp Candles? The Trapp Candle that has the best smell is Fresh Cut Tuberose.

 
February 8, 20060 found this helpful

Yankee Candles are also very fragrant. I have used those too.
If you want good fragrance in candles that permeates the whole house then you have to spend the money. It is worth it. It seems that they last longer too and the jars they come in are reusable.

 
By Robin Whittington (Guest Post)
February 8, 20060 found this helpful

I live in Village Candles "backyard".
I don't normally like sweet smells but my favorites are the Hydrangea(sp) and Rose. I also like their "ocean" scent but don't know the name. The Odor Out candles are good also. At Christmas time I use their Blue Mountain Spruce I think it is.

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Sorry not good with the names of the candles.

 

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February 8, 20060 found this helpful

Here is Village Candles website: www.mainemade.com/default.asp

They have retail locations listed there.
Susan from ThriftyFun

 
February 8, 20060 found this helpful

HI all,
I buy all my candles from the best and most economical place
to buy candles (buy one, get one free).
Go to, www.Candlemart.com
Happy shopping.
Dorie

 
February 8, 20060 found this helpful

I am burning a Warm Apple Pie Village candle right now. It smells great.

Kathie, South Portland, Maine

 
By THERESA (Guest Post)
November 7, 20070 found this helpful

We can buy Village Candles in South Jersey.

 
By Amanda (Guest Post)
January 9, 20080 found this helpful

My absolute Favorite Village Candle Scent is called Natural Cotton. It makes my whole house smell soooo wonderful. I buy that one fragrance in bulk so I never run out.

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It has sort of like a fresh smell, like soap or clean laundry or something.

 
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December 29, 2016

Are there some plastic or glass rings out there to lay inside a blown glass candle holder for stabilizing the tea light? Many blown glass candle holders have a hump in the middle that the tealight will not sit on properly, and if it sits on an uneven surface, the wax pours out of the tealight.

Anyone know of any?

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September 20, 2009

Just bought a really nice candle and before I could get in the house with it (in the sack) I dropped it and the whole side and corner of the jar shattered. Can anyone please suggest the best way to save my candle without ruining it. Please help.

By Sharla from TX

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September 20, 20090 found this helpful

You will need to make sure you can remove the rest of the glass without cutting yourself! You can place it in a used, clean mason jar, mayo jar, or even in one of the tin metal buckets--whatever is non-flamable that you can put it in for use. I would put something like a cup saucer under it though, when you get ready to burn it.

 
September 20, 20090 found this helpful

Use your blow dryer! I would put it on high and just aim it around the leftover broken glass; if you can set the dryer on a counter {or have someone else hold it for you} as the areas of candle get softened you can slide a butter knife or metal nail file between the candle and glass to make sure it stays separated after it cools.

You can wear garden gloves or use a towel between you and the glass to keep your fingers/hand safe from the broken glass.

You could also set the entire thing {I don't know how large the candle is!} into the sink with very hot water and work it out of the glass using the knife trick. A pair of tongs might also come in handy.

 
September 22, 20090 found this helpful

Thanx for the ideas! The blow dryer idea worked! Thanks

 
September 24, 20090 found this helpful

If its on a garment put a blotting paper on and iron on top of it.if its in a jar try hot water or place it near the stove it will melt.

 
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October 11, 2016

How can I make a hole in the bottom of a very slim, small candle so the candle will sit on the spike of a candleholder?


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