It is important that you only use zinc wicks for gel candles because cotton wicks absorb the gel, causing them not to light or burn well. You can purchase these supplies from a craft store or online. Gel candles can be made in a variety of holders. Using those made of glass will give you the best results. You can also get the same results using a non-stick cooking spray. After you have melted the wax, dip the wick in it. You will want the wick to be several inches longer than the top of your mold. Insert the wick from the bottom of the mold. Hold it securely in the middle of the mold by tying the top of the wick to a pencil that lies across the top of the mold. Hand dipping takes some practice to get the hang of, but you will be a pro in no time. While you are practicing, you can melt that wax down again and again until you known the right way to form your taper candles. During practice, don t add any color either to keep the costs low. You will need to purchase a dipping can from a craft store or online to make taper candles correctly. If you are interested in earning extra money, consider becoming a wholesaler for the Prairie Candle Company. You will be provided with special candle display shelves to allocate your space better. Contact the company for further information on the wholesale process. The Prairie Candle Company offers many great candle options for your home or for you to give for gifts. If the wax isn t hot enough it won t form correctly. Likewise, wax that is too hot will lose luster and won t be as sturdy once it cools. Have you every made a beautiful candle, but when you lit it the room filled with smoke rather than the fragrance of the candle? This problem has to do with your wick, it is too long. It is a good idea to know what types of candles you will be making ahead of time so that you have all the necessary items ready to go. Your melting work station will likely be the stove. You will need to use a double boiler to melt the wax to a temperature that is hot enough without scorching it. The molecular structure of the wax can be damaged if the direct heat to it is too much.