This was my first attempt at making candles by casting wax into a silicone rubber mold.
Wax shrinks more than most other casting materials, such as resin or plaster. In addition to small, finished castings, it also loses a lot of detail. Candle designs should take this into account to minimize this problem.
Lessons to Learn:
1. Wax Casting
2. Test the rubber to inhibit curing
3. Mold Construction
4. Prepare the mold area with rubber to prevent air bubbles
5. Seal the mold and install the model
6. Create a funnel to facilitate pouring the rubber
7. Pour the silicone rubber into the mold
8. Remove the rubber from the mold and cut out the mold
9. Install the wick in the candle mold
10. Pour the melted wax into the mold. Allow it to cool for 24 hours
11. Open the mold and remove the candle
12. How to do it? Inspect the casting for imperfections.
13. Fill in air bubbles with a wax marker
14. Admire the perfect lines!
15. Wax is not a good casting material; it shrinks and loses detail.
