CANDLE CARE

Like us, you are probably obsessed with candles and as you should be, because they are wonderful little beauties that bring much joy into our lives. I can’t quite put my finger on it, but there is something so enchanting about lighting a candle. From the glow of the amber flame to the lively scent minging with the air, it’s truly an indescribable experience.

That being said, here are some tips you can follow to prolong the life of your candle to ensure a clean, slow, long-lasting burn.

FIRST BURN

TRIM YOUR WICK TO 1/4" BEFORE LIGHTING

ALLOW THE WAX TO MELT ACROSS THE ENTIRE SURFACE

• By setting the tone for your candle, this helps prevent your candle from melting down the middle and leaving unused wax on the side (aka tunneling)

• If you do have any leftover wax on the side, once you get to the halfway mark, your candle should generate enough heat to melt down the unused wax

EVERY OTHER BURN

CONTINUE TO TRIM YOUR WICK TO ¼” BEFORE LIGHTING

When the wick is too long, it attracts more fuel (wax) to the candle than it can handle. Too much fuel can cause excess sooting, an uneven burn, or the flame to flare up.

RECENTER THE WICK AS NEEDED

As you burn through your candle, wicks tend to move around and lean over. After you blow out your candle, let it cool, and gently push the wick back in place. If the wick gets too close to the glass, black soot may begin to build, or even worse, your vessel might crack!

DON’T FORGET TO…

CAP YOUR BURN TO 4(ISH) HOURS

Once you get past the 4-hour mark, carbon begins to build on the wick, leading it to “mushroom” (aka the black build-up you see) This happens when the wick has consumed more wax than it can handle, leading it to release soot in the air as well as increase in flame size, leading to a potential fire hazard.

PLACE YOUR CANDLE ON A NON-FLAMMABLE, HEAT-RESISTANT SURFACE

BE SURE TO STAY AWAY FROM DRAFTS AND NEVER LEAVE YOUR BURNING CANDLE UNATTENDED

WHEN IT’S TIME TO SAY GOODBYE

ONCE YOU’VE REACHED ¼” OF WAX LEFT (OR LESS), IT’S TIME TO LET IT GO

We know it is hard saying goodbye, but fortunately, there are ways to continue the use of the leftover wax to ensure you get the most out of your candle

And in case you’re wondering why you shouldn't burn a candle beyond the ¼” mark, it’s because when the candle has no wax left to consume, the flame will be directed towards your vessel, leading it to potentially crack it or worse, the surface it is on

SCOOP OUT THE REMAINING WAX AND PLACE IN A WAX BURNER/MELTER TO GET A FEW EXTRA HOURS OF PRECIOUS “BURN” TIME

Make sure your spoon is fully dry to ensure no liquids are mixed into the wax. Now, you can enjoy every bit of your candle, down to the last drop!

WAX REMOVAL

Now that you have finished your candle, it’s time to clean it out so you can reuse the vessel over and over again. From refilling it with our Deconstructed Candle™ to using it as a planter (hint: use the seeded dust cover that came with your candle!), the options are endless.

Personally, we like using them as tableware. They’re perfect for serving snacks, dips, and dessert. But hey, that’s just us.

SCOOP METHOD (DO THIS IF YOU PLAN ON REUSING THE WAX)

1. Take a dry, sturdy, spoon and scoop out the leftover wax

I want to use the wax right away: place wax into a wax/burner to get a few extra hours of burn time
I want to save the wax for later: place wax in a sealed container and save for future use

2. Discard the wax and wick

3. Wash the vessel with soap and water

4. Repurpose your vessel with your favorite Sincerely Sunday Deconstructed Candles™!

BOIL METHOD (DO THIS IF YOU DO NOT PLAN ON REUSING WAX)

1. Place about 1 cup of water into a pot

2. Bring to a boil and pour water into the vessel

3. Let it sit for about 10 minutes

4. Once the wax begins to soften, take a spoon and scoop out the leftover wax

5. Discard the wax and wick

6. Wash the vessel with soap and water

7. Repurpose your vessel with your favorite Sincerely Sunday Deconstructed Candles™!

HOW TO MAKE A DECONSTRUCTED CANDLE

Whether you're repurposing one of our vessels or using your own, we want to make sure your experience is as safe (and fun) as possible!

1. SELECT A VESSEL

Be sure to use vessels that can withstand heat, won't leak, crack, or catch fire.

Try using jars that are:
• Approximately 3" Wide
• Thick Glass
• Glazed Ceramic
• Sealed Concrete
• Metal Tins

2. MELT THE WAX

Remove all Items (except wax) from the bag

MICROWAVE
Place the bag in a microwave-safe dish for two minutes or until wax has fully melted. If the wax has not fully liquified, continue to microwave in 10-15 second increments.

STOVETOP
Place the bag in a pot of boiling water (2-3 inches). Remove once all wax has fully melted.

3. WICK THE JAR

• Place the wick sticker on the bottom of the wick and center in the vessel
• Use the wick holder to secure in place

4. POUR THE WAX

Once the bag is cool to touch, pour liquid wax in vessel. Be sure to avoid skin contact as the wax will be hot.

5. LET IT COOL

• Let the candle cool for approximately three hours before use (allow for more time if necessary)
• Do not place in the refrigerator or freezer as this may affect candle performance

6. LIGHT + ENJOY!

Trim the wick to 1/4”, light, and enjoy!