We all love lighting up a scented candle and filling our homes with delightful fragrances. But what happens when the candle burns out and you're left with leftover wax and an empty jar? In this blog post, we'll explore creative ways to repurpose old candle jars and leftover wax while highlighting Hive To Home Candle Co's eco-friendly refillable candles.

What to do with your leftover candle wax

• Create new candles: Melt the leftover wax and pour it into a new container with a fresh wick to create a brand new candle. Or add it to your wax melter to use right away.
• Wax melts: Melt the wax and pour it into silicone molds to create wax melts for use in a wax warmer.
• Fire starters: Combine the leftover wax with dryer lint or sawdust in an egg carton or ice cube tray to create handy fire starters for camping or your fireplace.

Not sure how to get rid of the leftover wax? 

How to Clean Old Candle Jars?

1. Heat the jar in the oven at low heat (around 150-200°F) for 10-15 minutes, or until the remaining wax is softened.
2. Carefully remove the jar from the oven using oven mitts, and use a spoon or butter knife to remove the softened wax.
3. Wipe the jar clean with a paper towel or warm soapy water to remove any residual wax.

Alternatively, our Perfect Size Candles are refillable and can be put in the freezer overnight. The leftover wax at the bottom will condense and can be knocked out with a couple taps upside down on the counter or dislodging it with a kitchen utensil.

Cleaning your candle jar is the first step to 

What to do with old candle jars?

• Refill it: You can buy a premade wax refill to drop in your old jar or scented wax and wick separately a DIY a your own candle refill.
• Planters: Turn your old candle jars into planters for small plants, herbs, or succulents.
• Storage & Desk organizer: Use the jars to store small items like cotton balls, q-tips, craft supplies, pens, pencils, and other office supplies neatly organized in repurposed candle jars

Now let's dive into how to refill your candle the right way, if you have one of Hive To Home's "perfect" size candle once cleaned you can skip these steps and drop in your "perfectly" size beeswax candle refill. If not keep reading and learn how to make your own refill.

If you've already cleaned out your old jar you will be able to skip the first few steps. 

Refilling a Candle Step by Step Guide

What do I need to refill a candle?

1. Wax (Beeswax, Soy, or Coconut wax)
2. double boiler (a small pot in a larger one with water)
3. Thermometer to avoid burning the wax (Optional)
4. Spatula (pick one easy to clean)
5. Candle wick (Recommend cotton or hemp)
6. Fragrance oils (phthalate-free only) 

How do I refill my candle?

1. Clean your old candle jar, you can melt it in a double boiler or stick your jar in the freezer so it condenses and knock it loose.
2. Wick the jar by either using hot glue, a wick sticker, or a clump of wax on the metal wick sustainer and place it in the middle of the candle jar.
3. Melt the wax, let the water boil and then allow for it to simmer before putting the wax in the double boiler. If the wax chucks are large they can be broken up to melt faster.
4. Optional (Add fragrance or other oils into the wax)
5. Carefully pour the wax into the wicked jar and allow it to cool, either keep the wick held in the center or pull it to center as it cools.
6. Trim the wick to size, roughly a 1/4 of an inch about the wax.
7. Light your candle and enjoy your very own refilled candle!

Refill Your Old Candle Jars With Hive To Home Candle Co's Refillable Perfect Size Candles

If you'd like to keep your candle forever checkout Hive To Home Candle Co's Refillable Perfect Size Candles. Choose from a variety of scents, all made with beeswax, coconut oil, and phthalate-free fragrance oils. Hive To Home Candle Co focuses on sustainability, eco-friendliness, and activism, making their candles the perfect choice for your repurposed jars.

To refill your old Perfect Size Candle jar, simply purchase a Candle Wax Refill and follow the easy instructions to create your very own eco-friendly and delightful scented candle.

Don't let your old candle jars and wax go to waste – reuse, repurpose, and refill them with Hive To Home Candle Co's eco-friendly candles and enjoy a sustainable, fragrant experience in your home.