For all of the do-it-yourself decorators out there, there’s nothing more satisfying than taking a lighter to a wick and turning wax into a work of art. But all of the craft stores are full of so many different types of candles that it can be confusing to know which one is best for you. To help, we rounded up the best candle-making kits for beginners so you can start waxing up a storm in no time.
Read on to shop the best candle making kits on the market.
Our Editor’s Best Candle Making Kits Reviews
Bestseller No. 1
SoftOwl Premium Soy Candle Making Kit - Full Set - Soy Wax, Big 7oz Jars & Tins, 7 Pleasant Scents, Color Dyes & More - Perfect as Home Decorations - DIY Starter Scented Candles Making Kit
- 🧡 THE ULTIMATE SET FOR BEGINNERS: The natural soy wax candle making kit comes in a beautiful giftable box and has lots of extras including packs of soy wax, gorgeous colorful candle jars & tin cans, 7 fragrance oils, 10 dye blocks, beautiful candle labels, wicks, glue dots, melting pot, pipettes, stirring spoon, and much, MUCH more!
- 💛 A GREAT ACTIVITY FOR THE FAMILY: What better way to enjoy some creative DIY time with your family than by making scented candles together, enjoying real quality time, and making beautiful candles for decoration or as presents for friends (Gift individual candles or the whole kit!)
- 💚 YOU DON’T HAVE TO BE AN EXPERT CANDLE MAKER TO MAKE STUNNING CANDLES: Too many DIY craft kits end up causing confusion with missing or ambiguous instructions. Our scented candle-making kit however is the perfect place for a beginner candle maker to start. The instructions simply couldn’t be easier to follow.
- 💙 BEAUTIFULLY PACKAGED GIFT: Our soy candle-making kit for adults makes an amazing and thoughtful gift – especially for Christmas, Mother's Day, Birthdays, and anniversaries. Our kits are also perfect if you are looking for a thoughtful and creative thank you present, made with that wonderful touch of TLC.
- 💜 THE PERFECT FRAGRANCE AND COLOR FOR YOUR HOME: Our candle making kits are available in SEVEN alternative scents with 10 color dye blocks too so you can not only pick the scents you like best, you can pick the colors too and add up to 3 different dried flowers for decoration - lavender, osmanthus, rose-buds. In addition, it comes with preprinted labels to match the scents.
$55.97
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Bestseller No. 2
SAEUYVB Candle Making Kit with Wax Melter, Candle Making Kit for Adults - DIY Starter Soy Candle Making Kit/Supplies-Perfect as Home Decoration
- 🎁【A Complete Candle Making Kit】Our candle making supplies is suitable for all levels and contains everything needed to make scented homemade candles:1.5 Pounds Soy Wax x 2, 1 candle melting pot, 1 candle wax melter, 15 black candle tins, 6 candle essential scents, 4 bags dried flowers, 16 candle dyes,1 thermometer,20 candle wicks, 20 stickers,20 Pcs Warning Stickers,4 wick holders,1 stirring spoon,6 types of stickers (36 pcs).
- 🎀【The Ultimate Set for Beginners】Many DIY craft kits can be frustrating with unclear instructions or missing components. However, Our scented candle-making kit however is the suitable place for a beginner candle maker to start. We have prepared a detailed guide with pictures to provide a candle making step. The instructions are incredibly simple to follow, making it the starting point for anyone interested in candle making.
- 🎁【High Quality Wax Materal】This set is all natural soybean wax, which burns evenly, clean and free of black smoke. 6 different fragrances and 12 colored dye blocks, so you can choose your favorite fragrance and color and add up to 4 different dried flowers as decorations - lavender, osmanthus, rose bud, jasmine. In addition, it comes with pre printed labels to match the scents. We provide a thermometer specifically to make it easier for you to know when to add essential oils and dye blocks.
- 💛【Safe & Efficient Candle Melting】110v-500w Electric Hot Plate heats up at a constant temperature to avoid burning the candles by heating up too fast.5-speed temperature adjustment (Recommended to use 2-3 speeds for melting candles). Please be careful not to touch the surface of the heating plate during heating.900ML candle making pot with strong rust resistance, high temperature resistance, corrosion resistance, sufficient capacity, no dripping, suitable for making it easier to make.
- 🧡【Candle Gift Set】Our high-quality candle making kit for adults makes an thoughtful gift – Suitability for occasions like Christmas, Mother's Day, Birthday, Holiday, and Mother's Day gifts for family or friends . You can experience the joy of making candles with family and friends. If you have any questions or areas of dissatisfaction, please feel free to contact us at any time. We will reply as soon as possible to help you solve the problem.
$54.97
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Bestseller No. 3
SAEUYVB Candle Making Kit with Wax Melter, Candle Wax for Candle Making - DIY Candle Making Supplies, Including 2lbs Soy Wax Flakes, Melting Pot, Electric Stove,Candle Kit for Adults, Beginnner
- 🎁【Candle Making Supplies】Candle Making Kit Includes electric hot plate for candle wax melting, 2lbs of organic soy candle wax, 50 cotton candle wicks, 1 stainless steel pouring pot, 2 stainless steel centering devices, 1 stainless steel spoon, 60 candle wick sticker,1thermometer. DIY candle making kit supplies suit for beginners.
- 🧡【Natural Soybean Candle Wax]】SAEUYVB Our candle wax is 100% soybean wax, which burns evenly, is clean, and has an excellent scent throw. Candle wicks are 100% cotton . So our wax will burn very well, no unpleasant smell during the burning process can be used with confidence! Our largest candle kit comes with 2 pound wax flakes, which can meet your various DIY needs.
- 🎁【Electric Hot Plate】The product is constant temperature heating to avoid burning candles due to too fast heating. 1-5 gears, each gear has a temperature setting value, only 2-3 gears of temperature are needed to melt the candles. The electric heating plate only supports the American standard 110V voltage. Please be careful not to touch the surface of the heating plate during heating.
- 🧡【Candle Melting Pot】This candle making pouring pot can hold 32oz/900ml of molten wax. This melting wax pot is made of high quality 304 stainless steel, with strong Anti-rust, high temperature and corrosion resistance. There is no dripping at the pouring mouth, which controls the flow and prevents leakage.
- 🎁【Warm Tips and Quality Service】If you want to add pigment and essential oil when the melting wax process, please use a thermometer to measure the temperature first, to avoid high temperature evaporation of fragrance (Please pour the essential oil into the melting wax at 125-140 degrees Fahrenheit to reduce oil volatilization). after the purchase is not satisfied, please contact us promptly, and we will provide you with a solution within 24 hours.I hope SAEUYVB can accompany you to experience the fun of making candles.
$38.99
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Bestseller No. 4
Candle Making Kit for Adults, Candle Making Supplies with Digital Soy Wax Melt Warmer, Premium DIY Starter Making Supply Perfect as Home Decorations with Glass Jar
- 【THE PERFECT SET FOR BEGINNERS】LED display wax melting pot 500 ml x 1, soy wax x 6, beeswax x 2, aromatherapy x 8, dye block x 12, candle Tin x 4, candle glass jar x 4, gule sticker x20, warning sticker x8, label sheets x8, candle wick x10, centering devices x10, anti-scalding gloves x2, 20cm stirring Spoon x1, silicone anti scalding pad x1, quick-drying pen x1, DIY wax paper x10, dried flowers x 3, ribbon x10, Exquisite packaging x 8. Complete supply of candle accessories, so that you can create your own unique scented candle.
- 【WAX MELTING POT】Upgraded professional wax melter for candle making, especially suitable for adult beginners. You no longer need to buy electric stove, metal melting pot, and thermometer separately. The LED display and temperature control system allow you to explore new worlds with your children in a safe and relaxed environment. The wax melting pot can hold 500ml/16 oz of liquid at a time or 10oz of wax block.
- 【NATURAL SOY WAX FOR CANDLE MAKING】Specially developed 100% natural granulated soy candle wax & beeswax with more stability for beginners. The shape of the solidified candle is more stable and uniform. The candle burns cleanly without warping or cracking. Adding aromatherapy essential oils can release the fragrance for a long time.
- 【EASY TO MAKE】This candle-making kit provides some classic candle molds for everyone's taste, including 4 candle tins and 4 colored candle glass jars with lids.Whether you are a beginner or an adult, you only need to add an appropriate amount of dye and your favorite aromatherapy essential oil according to your preference, and then pour it into the candle container with the wick fixed. After sitting for a few hours, can get its own unique scented candle.
- 【PERFECT AND UNIQUE GIFT IDEA】Not only can DIY unique candles with family and friends, but also can be used for making chocolate, heating beeswax and so on. (It is not recommended to mix wax melting pot for food and crafts) This is definitely a great choice for Christmas, Halloween, Birthday, Thanksgiving Eve gifts.(Use a pen to write your blessings on the DIY candle paper for your family and friends)
$62.99
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Bestseller No. 5
SAEUYVB Candle Making Kit - DIY Starter Soy Candle Making Supplies/Kit - Soy Wax, 10 Jars & Tins, 10 Pleasant Scents, Color Dyes & More，Perfect Candle Making Kit for Adults
- 🎁【A Complete Candle Making Kit】The natural soy wax candle making kit comes in a beautiful giftable box, includes 1.5 Pounds Soy Wax x 2, 1.3L candle melting pot, Candle Tin x 6, Candle Jars x 4, Candle essential scents x10 , Wax Dyes x12 , Dried flowers x 4, Wick holder x 4, thermometer, beautiful candle labels, wicks, stirring spoon, and much, much more ! A detailed making instruction manual let you easily enjoy the joy of making aromatherapy candles.
- 🎀【The Ultimate Set for Beginners】Many DIY craft kits can be frustrating with unclear instructions or missing components. However, Our scented candle-making kit however is the perfect place for a beginner candle maker to start. We have prepared a detailed guide with pictures to provide a foolproof candle making step. The instructions are incredibly simple to follow, making it the perfect starting point for anyone interested in candle making.
- 🎁【Natural Soy Wax and Candle Making Pots】The candle making kit is made of 100% natural wax. The candles burn clean without deformation and cracking. 1.3L candle making pot with strong rust resistance, high temperature resistance, corrosion resistance, sufficient capacity, no dripping, suitable for making it easier to make.
- 🎀【Creat Perfect Fragrance and Color】Our candle making kit comes in 10 different fragrances and 12 colored dye blocks, so you can choose your favorite fragrance and color and add up to 4 different dried flowers as decorations - lavender, osmanthus, rose bud, jasmine. In addition, it comes with pre printed labels to match the scents. We provide a thermometer specifically to make it easier for you to know when to add essential oils and dye blocks.
- 🎁【Perfect Gift】Our high-quality candle making kit for adults makes an amazing and thoughtful gift – perfect for occasions like Christmas, Mother's Day, Birthday, Holiday, and Mother's Day gifts for family or friends w. You can experience the joy of making candles with family and friends. If you find any missing or damaged accessories or any problems during use after receiving the candle making kit, please contact us and we will provide you with a solution within 24 hours.
$39.99
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SaleBestseller No. 6
Complete Candle Making Kits for Adults Beginners, DIY Candle Making Supplies Include Soy Wax,Wax Melter,Scents,Dyes,Wicks,Wicks Sticker,Candle Tins & More-Full Candle Maker Set - Arts & Crafts Kits
- All-IN-ONE Complete Premium DIY Candle Making Kit: The candle making supplies are suitable for all levels and contain all you needed to make scented homemade candles: 480g Soy Wax (8 block soy wax, 1 block about 60g=1 jar of candle), 4 * fragrance oils, 1* candle pouring pot with anti-scalding handle, 50 * candle wicks, 50 * candle wick stickers,4 * wax dyes,8*candle tins,4* centering device,1*stirring spoon,4* insulation mats, 16* DIY stickers, 1 * user manual and and exquisite gift box
- Super Easy to Make, Perfect for Beginners: The ultimate candle making set for beginners is definitely in our shop. Whether you are a beginner or a candle making lover, owning our candle making kit is the first step to successfully making candles. The set includes step-by-step instruction and all necessary soy wax, dyes, essential oils and other accessories for making candles. Come and try this DIY candle making set to start your journey as a handmade candle designer
- Advanced and Superior Quality of Soy Wax : The candle making kit has 1OO% natural soy wax,and the completed candles will not easily deform or break,allowing for long-time clean burning. And soy wax has excellent aroma projection, making it an ideal choice for scented candles. Also,the candle making pouring pot use 304 stainless steel, strong rust resistance,high temperature and corrosion resistance. You can use the pot to melt more soy wax at one time. It meets the standard of food grade
- Making Colorful Aromatherapy Candles: The perfect combination of soy wax, scented oils and dyes allow you to create colorful and multi shaped scented candles, turning any space into your ideal comfort zone. The candle kit comes with four premium pure essential oils: rose,lavender,lemon and vanilla, and four dyes: green,yellow,red and purple. Fully unleash your creativity and make these colorful aromatherapy candles the best decor for your living room, bedroom, dining room,office and more
- Great Activities for Family and Group: What could be more enjoyable than making exquisite candles with family,children and friends? Invite your family to join this joyful candle making journey! During candle making process,it can also enhance children's creativity and hands-on abilities (but it needs to be done with adults). The completed candles can be shared with your family, neighbors,friends or colleagues, and you can write your blessings on the stickers. They will definitely be surprised
$21.99
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Bestseller No. 7
SAEUYVB Candle Making Kit for Adults with Hot Plate, DIY Starter Soy Candle Making Supplies/Kit - Perfect as Home Decorations（Black）
- 【A Complete Candle Making Kit】LED display wax melting pot 500 ml x 1（Wax Heater Color Random）,1.5 Pounds Soy Wax x 2 ,Candle Tin x 16, Candle essential scents x 8 , Wax Dyes x 12 , Gift boxes x 16, Ribbons x 20 , Wooden holder x 20, Wick x 20,Stickers x 20,Warning Stickers x 20, Anti-scald Gloves x 2,Stirring Spoon x 1, Silicone Anti Scalding Mat x 1 and more.Contains marker pen and writable label paper, you can make your own unique label, and each candle can is equipped with a very beautiful gi
- 【Wax melting pot】The latest electric wax melting furnace - professional wax melting equipment. Whether you are a professional candle maker or a hobbyist, the LED display and temperature control system will be of great help in making handmade candles. You no longer need complicated tools such as thermometers, electric stoves, furnaces, etc., it can help you maximize your enjoyment of candle making.Voltage:US 110-120V(50/60HZ) .
- 【All Natural Soy Wax】The candle making kit is made of 100% natural wax. The candles burn clean without deformation and cracking. Adding aromatherapy essential oil can release fragrance for a long time.
- 【Easy to Make】Whether you are a beginner or an adult, this candle kit can meet your needs for making DIY handmade candles. You can use a variety of dyes and 8 essential oils with 16 different candle jars to create unique scented candles that can be used as special gifts for friends and family.An extensive candle making kit with a step-by-step guide with pictures for a foolproof candle making experience and lasting results.
- 【Satisfactory After-sales Service】 If you are interested in our candle sets and would like more information, please feel free to contact us. We will reply you as soon as possible to bring you a pleasant shopping experience!
$59.99
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SaleBestseller No. 8
FAIRYELF Candle Making Kit with Wax Melter, Complete Candle Making Supplies, Soy Candle Wax Kit for Kids, Beginners, Adults, Including Electronic Stove, Soy Wax, Melting Pot, Rich Scents and Dyes
- Best Candle Making Kits - Complete Candle Making Kit includes 500W electronic hot plate, candle melting pot, 4 bags of natural wax, 6 candle scents, 7 different dried flowers, 2 wick fixed devices, 9 tin cans, mixing spoon, 9 warning labels, thermometer, 8 candle dyes, 50 candle wicks, 50 wick fixing stickers.
- Advanced Wax Material - Candle making kit uses natural plant materials, 100% soya wax, which is not easy to deform or crack, burns cleanly and smoothly, does not smoke for a long time, and contains soya additives to reduce frosting and increase scent.
- Candle Making Kits for All Stages - Newly upgraded candle making instructions will make it easier for you to understand how to make candles. Whether you are a beginner or an adult, this candle kit has everything you need to make DIY handmade candles! Making candles for the first time is simple and easy.
- Safe & Efficient Candle Melting -500 watt heating plate heats up at a constant temperature to avoid burning the candles by heating up too fast.5-speed temperature adjustment also allows you to make soaps, lipsticks and other handicrafts (Recommended to use 2-3 speeds for melting candles)
- Creative Candle Gifts - Our candle making kit for adult is a very thoughtful gift, perfect for christmas, mother's day, birthdays and anniversaries. Or you can use a variety of dyes and scents with different dried flowers to create unique scented candles and give them to friends and family as a special gift.
$39.99
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Bestseller No. 9
Etienne Alair Organic Soy Candle Wax for Candle Making, 10 lbs Natural Candles Making Supplies, Beeswax-Free, Paraffin-Free, Pure Soy Wax Flakes Perfect for Candles, Tealights and Melts
- All-In-One Starter Kit – Everything you need to dive into candle making! Our Etienne Alair soy candle wax for candle making includes 10 lbs of smooth soy wax flakes, 100 cotton wicks, 100 adhesive stickers, and 2 centering tools. Perfect for beginners or seasoned DIYers.
- Super Easy to Use – No messy blocks or confusing steps — our flakes melt quickly and smoothly. Just heat to 160°F using a microwave, wax melter, or double boiler, add your favorite fragrance and color, and pour into your container or mold. So simple!
- Strong Scent & Custom Colors – Designed for a maximum fragrance load of 10% (1.6 oz per pound), our wax for candles hold scent beautifully for long-lasting aroma. Pair with candle-safe dyes for bold, even color and clean-burning candles every time.
- Clean, Safe & Eco-Friendly – Free from paraffin, additives, and animal products, our soy wax for candle making is non-toxic and sustainably sourced. With a low melting point of 115–121°F, they’re safe and easy to work with — great for solo projects or candle making wax parties.
- A Thoughtful DIY Gift Idea – Whether you're gifting the kit or your homemade candles, this is a perfect pick for holidays, birthdays, housewarmings, or creative nights in. Make it personal, make it smell amazing!
$30.88
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SaleBestseller No. 10
Candle Making Kit for Adults Beginners – 1200g Soy Wax, Digital Wax Melting Pot, Floral Candle Molds, Gift Boxes, Premium Candle Making Supplies, Complete DIY Set, Home Decor Gifts
- 【All-in-One Complete Candle Making Kit】Includes everything you need to start making candles at home: 500ml LED Digital Wax Melting Pot x1, 1200g premium soy wax, 8 candle jars, 3 floral silicone molds, 6 essential oil scents, 12 gift boxes, 20 cotton wicks, 6 wooden wick holders, 3 primary color dyes, 2 anti-scald gloves, 1 stirring spoon, 1 ribbon roll (20m), and dried flowers (color varies). Perfect for both beginners and experienced crafters.
- 【Upgraded Digital Wax Melting Pot】Our latest electric wax melting pot features a professional-grade LED display and precise temperature control system, allowing you to easily melt wax at the perfect temperature every time. No need for separate thermometers, stovetops, or complicated equipment—just plug in and start crafting. Designed for both beginners and experienced candle makers. Voltage: US 110-120V (50/60Hz).
- 【3 Liquid Dyes = Infinite Custom Colors】 Unlike solid dye blocks, our liquid candle dyes offer effortless blending to create unlimited color shades. With just red, yellow, and blue, you can easily mix any custom hue to match your mood or décor. The precision fine-tipped nozzle ensures accurate drop-by-drop control, making color mixing simple, fast, and beginner-friendly.
- 【3 Floral Candle Molds – Unique DIY Creations】Unlike most kits that only offer jars, our set includes 3 detailed silicone molds: sunflower, peony, and daisy. Easily craft sculpted floral candles that look professional and artistic. These reusable molds add endless creative possibilities, letting your DIY candles stand out as beautiful home décor or unique handmade gifts.
- 【Perfect DIY Gift Set for Every Occasion & Home Décor】 Create beautiful handmade candles perfect for gifting or decorating your home. Use the included elegant packaging to make heartfelt gifts for birthdays, Christmas, Thanksgiving, weddings, or baby showers. Or simply display your finished candles as stunning home décor accents to brighten any room.
$42.99
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Best Candle Making Kits Buying Guide
Before choosing the best candle making kit you should consider following options:
1. Safety: You will be working with hot wax and potentially hot liquids, so make sure that the supplies you choose are safe for you to use.
Make sure you have heat-resistant gloves to protect your hands from hot liquids and wax. Also make sure that you have eye protection, as wax can splash and cause damage to your eyes.
2. Quality of supplies: Before you purchase your supplies, make sure that you get the best quality items that you can afford. Low-quality wax may not give you the best results.
You will want the best color gels and fragrance oils that you can afford to get the best quality candles. Look for suppliers who offer quality products at an affordable price.
3. Variety: Don’t limit your self to one type of candle. Most candle making kits come with the supplies and instructions to make votives, tapers, and pillars.
Explore different types of candles and find the ones that you love to make so that you can sell them in your store.
4. Time: If you buy a kit that requires you to add fragrance to the wax as it cools, you will have to wait for the wax to cool and then add the fragrance oil.
If you purchase a kit that already has fragrance oil added to the wax, it will be ready to pour into the containers and then you can add color.
Decide which option you want, based on your time constraints. You may want to make a selection of candles that you can sell, or you may want to make specialty candles for yourself or as gifts for friends and family.
5. Cost: Before you purchase a candle making kit, make sure that you have an idea of the cost of supplies.
You will need to purchase wax, wicks, and containers, so make sure that you have an idea of how much these items will cost. Don’t purchase supplies that are outrageously expensive and don’t purchase supplies that are too inexpensive.
If you purchase supplies that are too expensive, you may not make any profit on your candles. If you purchase supplies that are too inexpensive, you may not have the best quality products.
6. Support: Depending on what kind of candle making kit you purchase, you may need support.
If you purchase a kit that requires you to add fragrance to the wax as it cools, you may want to call the company for support.
If you purchase a kit that already has fragrance oil added to the wax, you may not need any support.
7. Time Commitment: Depending on how much you want to make, you may have a lot of wax to pour, or you may have only a few containers to fill.
You will need to determine how much time you want to spend making your candles. Some kits are very simple and only require you to pour the wax into containers, while others are more involved.
8. Space: You will need to have a designated area for your candle making supplies. If you don’t have adequate space, the process may be difficult.
Check to see how much space the supplies take up and make sure you have enough room. The space you need will depend on how many supplies you purchase and how much of the supplies you actually use.
9. Variety: Decide if you want to make all of the same type of candle or if you want to make all different types.
What else you should know about candle making kits
1. What is included in a candle making kit?
The items included in a candle making kit vary depending on the brand and type of kit. However, most kits will include a candle mold, wicks, wax, and fragrance oils. Some kits may also include colorants, glitters, and other decorations.
2. How much wax is needed to make a candle?
One pound of wax is needed to make a candle.
3. What is the best type of wax to use for making candles?
The best type of wax to use for making candles is paraffin wax.
4. What is the best wick material to use for making candles?
The best wick material to use for making candles is cotton.
5. What is the best type of mold to use for making candles?
The best type of mold to use for making candles is a mold that is heat-resistant and can withstand the high temperatures of melted wax.
Conclusion
On the market, there are numerous best candle making kits. Hopefully, the list of the top ten best candle making kits will save you time researching and deciding on the best one for you.