Votive Candle Molds

Votive candle molds are just the thing if you are thinking about making these distinctive little candles.

Votive candles are easily recognizable by their shape. A votive candle is always taller than it is wide and is similar to a small pillar candle. Votive candles have a long and fascinating history, having been used throughout the centuries to provide light and also as a spiritual candle. Many churches use votive candles as a form of remembrance.

Votive candles still play an important part in life today. Many people enjoy displaying votive candles in attractive candle holders and use them both lit and unlit as a household accessory. When lit, votive candles are marvelous for creating the special ambiance that only candle light can. Some votive candles, such as the 10 hour votive candle, are long lasting and give several hours of candle light. Many modern votive candles are highly scented meaning that they add an attractive fragrance to a room or other area.

The versatility of these candles means that many people are looking for new and different versions. This means that they are popular with candle makers who make customized and unusual variations on the traditional votive candle. Many beginner candle makers also enjoy making votive candles as they are relatively simple projects that require only standard candle making equipment and votive molds.

Votive candle molds are widely available from candle making supplies stores. Some online stores that sell a good range of candle molds include:

• Candlewic sells a range of molds and containers, including an aluminum votive candle mold. They also sell useful accessories such as votive pins and a wide range of wicks. Candlewic holds regular sales and it is worth checking out their site frequently to find the best deals.

• Rusticescentuals offers 'clam shell' votive molds. These come in pairs, meaning that two candles can be created at a time. These molds are good value and easy to use. In addition to molds, the company offer a wide range of other candle making supplies.

• Craftcave has a wide range of molds, including a used mold section. Used molds can be ideal for beginners as this presents a great way to buy molds at a lower cost. Craftcave also supplies other candle making equipment and materials, including mold release and wicks.

• Spiritcrafts sells a wide range of votive molds including octagon, square and tapered variations. They also sell a votive mold sampler pack that features each of the different shaped votive molds. This is useful for people who are looking to try different shaped votive candles.

• Candlechem offers a range of seamless candle molds including, both tin-plated and aluminum molds. Candlechem also has great shipping deals which represent a significant saving over standard delivery costs.

There are lots of Web sites on candle making that offer help and information about making votive candles and tips for making the best use of votive molds. In addition to Web sites, many candlemakers also provide lessons and workshops that are a very good way to learn more about this fascinating craft. Workshops are also a good way to try different candle molds and find out which are the best for different occasions. Keep a look out at craft fares and markets for information about local candle makers and to find out more about candle making classes or workshops in your area.

Candle making supply stores also often hold information about local candle making classes or even offer classes and workshops themselves direct from their premises. This is a good way to get to try materials and equipment before buying new supplies.

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