Ulog 90: Preparing For My Next Learned Homesteading Skill
For a few weeks now I have been slowly accumulating some Goodwill and Salvation Army treasures for my next venture and skill to learn in my homesteading life.
Well the other day... I HIT THE JACKPOT of what I've been collecting!
I have been wanting to learn how to make my own candles; whether from purchasing bilk candle wax (WAY too expensive for me) or by being creative and watching various YouTube videos of how others have made their own candles.
So with dozens and dozens of videos and hours and hours of searching numerous thrift stores within a 20-mile radius of our homestead, I hit the mother lode!
I found 2 packages of candle wicks, a tin pot to pour the melted candle wax, some unscented candles and some blueberry scented wax melts. I've seen many YT channel personalities using these scented wax melts, as well as other candles (with the existing wicks, stickers, etc removed before melting).
I was elated!
I spent under $9 total for all that's pictured above; including the Pyrex serving bowl with lid; then I upped to the nearest dollar as part of their donation and fundraising efforts.
So now all I have to do is dig out my old coffee cup warmer from my days of an administrative assistant and I can get started with this new skill.
It's amazing that years ago I took for granted ALL the things in life. All the materialistic things.
You know what I'm referring to.
- Need a candle? Buy a candle.
- Need a bar of soap? Buy a bar of soap.
- Need some chicken broth? Buy a can of chicken broth.
Now I make all these things on my own. No need to buy them pre-made and, at times, expensive!
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You will have such fun with this @goldendawne! I love making candles, they're awesome for christmas and birthday gifts. I love collecting shells and placing the candle wax in them, blueberry scent, heavenly! :)
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It's so cool that you're becoming resourceful and making your own stuff. Thanks for sharing this with us and have a great day!
candle making is so much fun, and depending on the wax and ingredients used so much healthier. Great goodwill scores! :)
I remember collecting my beeswax supplies, and then my soapmaking supplies. It took time as I had to use BuyNothing and the few tag sales I went to. I think you did very well!!
Will be waiting to see your candles...
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will the next stage of your progress be like, not 'dont buy', but 'dont need' ?..
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