How to Make an Easy Votive Candle

After about 15-30 minutes*, the wax will have started to set and a thick skin will have formed over the top of the candle. With a craft stick or chopstick, pierce the skin of the candle to release any air bubbles trapped in the candle. Insert the stick about 1/2 to 1 inch down into the candle and make a circle around the wick.

Warning--Poke gently! Remember, the core of the candle is still hot melted wax. It may squirt out of the top if you push too hard.

* Smaller molds will solidify faster than larger molds.