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Make a Basic Pillar Candle

By David Fisher, About.com

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Let It Cool - Top It Off

Wax Shrinkage

Wax Shrinkage

David Fisher
Let the candle cool for a few hours. You will notice shrinkage (and the relief holes) on the top. You can either reheat the wax you saved for a repour, or top off the candle with a heat gun.

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