Add your candle dye (if desired) and if you’re going to add scent to it, use your thermometer to gauge the temperature, and once it reaches 180 degrees, add the scented oil as desired.

Choose your wax, melt it down, and add fragrance. Making candles at home isn't much more complicated than that, but there are a few things to consider.

A candle should smell good, but ideally, it should also look good. If you’re making your own waxy decor, and want to avoid using tallow, you’re going to need to invest in some quality soy dye ...