When you think about it, all you need is a simple crayon to unlock your imagination.
Just a simple crayon squiggle on a piece of paper can transform into something out-of-this-world like a pineapple-eating robot, or a robot-eating pineapple, or if you’re an artist with a penchant for finishing up your kids’ doodles, you can use crayons to create gallery-worthy pieces of art.
But what happens when someone colors outside the lines and uses the crayon itself to create something completely new?
For instance, some people melt crayons and use the wax to create Jackson Pollock-inspired portraits, others crave mini sculptures into the tips of crayons, and one beauty blogger even figured out how to make customized colored lip butter using her favorite shades in a Crayola box.
One Instructable user, AlejandraStyles, has figured out a fresh way to utilize her favorite crayon colors and the result is a beautiful handmade gift that anyone would love to have. Best part? It’s extremely easy to do. All your need are a few basic materials…
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The first thing you need is a box of crayons.
Once you have the crayons, select your favorite colors.
You will also need a candleholder and a wick.
Put hot glue on the bottom of the wick and place it inside the bottom of the glass. Ideally, you want the wick to be centered in the middle.
Take leftover wax from one of your favorite scented candles and place it in a microwavable paper cup.
Select one of your favorite crayons, take off the label, break it into pieces, and drop it in the cup along with the wax.
Microwave the wax with the crayon for about 30 seconds or until thoroughly melted, then mix it together.
Position the glass candleholder with the wick in a diagonal position. AlejandraStyles used a plate holder, but if you don’t have one you cam lean the glass between two books ends, or hold the glass at an angle yourself — but make sure to hold it with a potholder, because it may be hot.
Pour the contents of the paper cup into the candleholder and let it dry for 20 minutes.
Put another crayon color you like and more leftover scented candle wax in a new paper cup, microwave, and mix. Turn the glass around, angle it in the same position, and pour the second colored wax. Let it dry for 20 minutes.
Once the second layer is dry, take a third and final crayon color you like with more melted candle wax, put them in a paper cup, microwave, and mix.
Position the candleholder on a flat surface. Pour the last color on top. Let the entire thing dry for 25 minutes.
The end result is a totally customized candle that looks — and smells — exactly how you want it.
Try different color combos and scents and set your creativity aflame!
What color combos and scent would you use? Watch the video below is you want more detailed instructions.
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