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How to make candles
Contributed by: Sadler
  • 1. What is the primary ingredient in candle making?
A) Wax
B) Wick
C) Fragrance Oil
D) Dye
  • 2. Which type of wax is often considered a sustainable option?
A) Beeswax
B) Soy Wax
C) Gel Wax
D) Paraffin Wax
  • 3. What is the purpose of the wick in a candle?
A) To add fragrance
B) To color the wax
C) To draw the wax up for burning
D) To decorate the candle
  • 4. Which tool is essential for melting wax safely?
A) Direct heat on the stovetop
B) Oven
C) Microwave
D) Double boiler
  • 5. At what temperature should you typically add fragrance oil to wax?
A) When the wax is completely solid
B) It doesn't matter
C) When the wax is boiling
D) As recommended by the fragrance manufacturer
  • 6. What is 'fragrance throw'?
A) The strength of the scent released by the candle
B) The color of the dye
C) The amount of wax used
D) The burning time of the candle
  • 7. What is 'wick centering'?
A) Attaching the wick to the bottom
B) Cutting the wick
C) Ensuring the wick is in the middle of the container
D) Choosing the right wick size
  • 8. What can happen if the wick is too small?
A) The fragrance will be too strong
B) The candle may tunnel
C) The wax will overflow
D) The candle will burn too quickly
  • 9. What is 'tunneling' in candle making?
A) When the candle burns down the center, leaving wax on the sides
B) When the wick falls over
C) When the fragrance doesn't smell right
D) When the candle burns too quickly
  • 10. What is the purpose of a wick sticker?
A) To hold the wick in place while pouring wax
B) To add color to the wick
C) To make the wick burn faster
D) To label the candle
  • 11. Which safety precaution is MOST important when making candles?
A) Using a metal container
B) Never leave melting wax unattended
C) Adding extra fragrance
D) Wearing gloves
  • 12. What type of containers are generally best for candle making?
A) Paper cups
B) Plastic containers
C) Anything that holds liquid
D) Heat-resistant containers
  • 13. What is 'curing' a candle?
A) Adding dye
B) Cutting the wick
C) Allowing the candle to sit for a period after pouring to bind the fragrance.
D) Melting the wax
  • 14. Why is it important to choose the right wick size?
A) To make the candle look nice
B) To add more fragrance
C) To ensure a proper melt pool and even burn
D) To save money on wax
  • 15. What does 'cold throw' refer to?
A) The scent of the candle when it's burning
B) The type of wax used
C) The scent of the candle when it's not lit
D) The temperature of the wax
  • 16. What is the flashpoint of a fragrance oil?
A) The ideal mixing temperature
B) The melting point of the oil
C) The rate at which the fragrance evaporates
D) The temperature at which the oil can ignite.
  • 17. Why is it important to stir the wax and fragrance mixture well?
A) It's not important
B) To make the wax melt faster
C) To ensure the fragrance is evenly distributed
D) To change the color of the wax
  • 18. What can cause frosting on a candle?
A) Melting the wax for too long
B) Changes in temperature
C) Using the wrong type of wick
D) Adding too much fragrance
  • 19. What is the purpose of a hot glue gun in candle making?
A) To secure the wick to the bottom of the container (alternative to wick stickers)
B) To melt the wax
C) To seal the top of the candle
D) To decorate the outside of the candle
  • 20. What type of dye is best for candle making?
A) Food coloring
B) Candle dye
C) Watercolor paint
D) Acrylic paint
  • 21. What is the best way to clean up spilled wax?
A) Use a chemical solvent
B) Use water and soap
C) Let it harden and then scrape it off
D) Ignore it
  • 22. What does the term 'melt pool' refer to?
A) The pool of melted wax at the top of a burning candle
B) The mixture of wax and fragrance oil
C) The container the wax is melted in
D) The dye used to color the wax
  • 23. What is 'mushrooming' in candle wicks?
A) A carbon buildup on the end of the wick
B) When the wick is too short
C) When the wick burns too quickly
D) When the wick falls over
  • 24. How can you reduce mushrooming?
A) Burn the candle for longer periods
B) Trim the wick regularly
C) Add more fragrance oil
D) Use a larger wick
  • 25. Why is it important to let candles cool slowly?
A) To make the fragrance stronger
B) It is not important
C) To prevent cracking and ensure a smooth surface
D) To help the wax harden faster
  • 26. What is the purpose of a warning label on a candle?
A) To list the ingredients
B) To advertise the candle
C) To inform users of safety precautions
D) To provide instructions on how to make the candle
  • 27. What is the ideal burn time for a new candle?
A) Until it burns out
B) 1 hour
C) 8 hours
D) Until the melt pool reaches the edges of the container
  • 28. Which wax is best for making container candles?
A) A very hard wax
B) A wax with a high melting point
C) A wax with good adhesion to containers
D) Any wax will work
  • 29. What can cause a candle to have a rough or uneven surface?
A) Using the wrong type of wick
B) Using too much fragrance oil
C) Burning the candle for too long
D) Pouring at the wrong temperature or cooling too quickly
  • 30. What is the last step after the candle has cooled and cured?
A) Refrigerating the candle
B) Melting the top layer
C) Trim the wick to 1/4 inch.
D) Adding more fragrance
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