First Things First

Safety always comes first!

So let's rehearse the 4 basic safety rules for wax melting:

• NEVER leave melting wax unattended
• ALWAYS use a double-boiler, never melt wax directly on the stove
• ALWAYS use a thermometer for wax temperatures
• ALWAYS have a fire extinguisher within reach

Here's more about Wax Melting from the good people of Candle Making Techniques.

Eran the Candle Dude

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