DIY Projects & Crafts Dyeing Dip-Dyed Candles These candles seem to glow before they've even been lit. By Martha Stewart Editors Martha Stewart Editors An article attributed to "Martha Stewart Editors" indicates when several writers and editors have contributed to an article over the years. These collaborations allow us to provide you with the most accurate, up-to-date, and comprehensive information available.The Martha Stewart team aims to teach and inspire readers daily with tested-until-perfected recipes, creative DIY projects, and elevated home and entertaining ideas. They are experts in their fields who research, create, and test the best ways to help readers design the life they want. The joy is in the doing. Editorial Guidelines Updated on September 20, 2018 Share Tweet Pin Email These dime-a-dozen pillars were dipped in beeswax tinted with crayon shavings -- raid the kids' art supplies and your color options will be virtually endless. Group candles of different sizes, with wax bands of varying heights, for a striking scene on a sideboard or as a centerpiece. What You'll Need Materials White pillar candles, assorted sizes, jamaligarden.com Bleached beeswax beads (for melting), sculpt.com Double boiler or slow cooker Vegetable peeler or knife Crayons, in various colors Wooden spoon or dowel Taper candle Ceramic plate or baking sheet Instructions Place wax beads in a double boiler or a slow cooker with a nonstick insert, filling about a quarter of the way. Melt wax, adding more chips for a higher wax line. Use vegetable peeler or knife to shave bits of crayon into wax (totaling about a quarter of a crayon). Stir to blend. Let any bubbles settle, and dip a taper candle into wax to test the color (once beeswax dries, it can be broken off, so you can use the taper for the next batch). Add more shavings for darker color. Remove wax from heat. With a slow, even motion, dip base of 1 pillar candle to the desired height. Hold candle in melted wax for 5 to 10 seconds; remove, and set candle, tinted end down, on plate or baking sheet to dry (once wax hardens, the candle should be easy to remove). If making multiple candles, return wax to heat as needed to maintain proper consistency. Let leftover wax solidify, and it will pop out easily. (Wash the pot or insert well afterward to use it again for food.)