Have you ever had a hard time parting ways with a candle once the wick has been used up? I often find myself not wanting to throw away the pretty glass jars, especially if I’ve treated myself to a luxe candles. (Guilty!)
Pictured above is one (of many) Lafco candles I recently used up from their Holiday collection. Yes, I burn Holiday candles in the summer if they smell that good. These candles in particular, come in a handblown art glass jar – so you know I couldn’t toss these in the trash!
Removing the excess wax from the glass is so simple, I wish I would’ve known about this trick sooner. But then again, I might have just become a candle hoarder so its probably a good thing.
How to remove excess candle wax:
Step 1: Stick the burned down candle in the freezer over night.
Step 2: Remove from freezer and scoop out wax with a spoon. You’ll be able to remove the metal wick holder easily with the spoon as well.
Step 3: Wipe off any excess wax scraps with a paper towel.
You can also save the left over wax from the bottom of the jars in a ziplock bag to melt in a wax-melter later, really not letting any bit of your candle go to waste.
And now your ready to enjoy your new flower vase, cotton swab holder, jewelry organizer or what I’m using these for – hair accessory organizer!
(sneak peek inside my daily skincare drawer, below)
So go ahead and recycle those used candles.
XO
Candles shown: https://www.lafco.com/scented-candle
Jessica Morante 