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    Can I use just crayons to make crayon candles?
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    Yes, but it will not work as well. Candles made entirely of crayons for wax burn quicker and less brightly.
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    Can I use vanilla as a scent when making crayon candles?
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    Yes, you can.
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    What is a tabbed wick, and do I have to use it?
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    it's just a wick with a neck at the bottom. You could use an untabbed wick, but it may be more difficult.
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    What if I don't have a wick? Is there anything else I could use?
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    Use twine and hot glue.
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    What if you don't have crayons?
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    Either buy crayons or don't make crayon candles.
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    Can I use crayon wax instead of regular wax?
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    Yes, but it will burn out quicker. Try to use a bigger container and more crayons.
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    How do I remove wicks from old candles?
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    Try microwaving the candle if you can. If not, boil a pot of water and pour the water into a bowl. Submerge the candle until it melts.
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    Can I use paraffin instead of soy wax?
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    Yes. Paraffin is a type of wax. People just use soy because it is more environmentally friendly.
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    How could I go about making a five foot tall candle?
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    Try to find something five feet tall and glass or metal to pour your wax into, you will also need an incredibly long wick for this candle. You could also make a mold for the candle from scratch.
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    Do I need to use candle holders when making crayon candles?
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    You don't need them while making the candles, but you will need them when you're finished making the candles so you have somewhere to put them.
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    What kind of wax should I use?
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    Candle wax. If you have none, you can chop up a candle to melt.
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    Can I use old decorative candles and have them be remelted?
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    Yes, you can use whatever type of candles you would like.
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    If I don't have wax, is there anything I can use instead?
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    The candles do work if you just use crayon wax, but it is not as efficient as regular wax and crayon wax together. The candles won't last as long or burn as efficiently.
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    What are the best crayons to use when making crayon candles?
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    There is no best crayon, any crayon that is made of wax,like Crayola, will work.
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    Where can I buy wax, and is there a specific kind I need?
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    You can buy wax at your local craft store, like Michael's. No, there is no specific kind you need, but paraffin, soy, or beeswax are candle making waxes.
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    Are there certain brands of crayons that are dangerous to burn?
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    Not that I know of, but just in case I would recommend you use Crayola, because it has always worked out nicely for me.
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    Can I use plastic crayons to make a crayon candle?
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    No, do not melt plastic, it will burn burn, smoke, and stink up your whole house.
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    Won't the wick move around in the wax when it is all melted?
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    You can just hold it upright until it it dries and can support the wick on its own.
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    Can I grate broken candles to get the wax?
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    Yes! You can also take a candle you don't want anymore (as long as it is uncolored) and melt it in a microwave. You can then take the melted wax and mix it with melted crayon. And you can reuse the wick, too!
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    Can I use something other than a glass to put my candle in?
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    No, you are dealing with a very hot material that will repeatedly get very hot. It's a candle, which requires heat to make and creates heat when used.
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