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18 Candles You Can Make For Fall

October 27, 2021 by Shellie Wilson

The arrival of autumn brings along the crisp air that calls for cozy, inviting scents. What could be better than creating your own homemade candles to fill your home with these warm fragrances? Not only is it a fun and creative activity, but it also enables you to customize your candles to your preference. Whether you are a skilled candle-maker or a beginner seeking to try your hand at DIY projects, our roundup post of 18 Candles You Can Make For Fall is guaranteed to stimulate your imagination.

Fall provides the perfect opportunity to experiment with a diverse range of fragrances that evoke the feelings of the season, such as the classic pumpkin spice, cinnamon, and vanilla. These inviting and warm scents will create a cozy atmosphere in your home, making it the perfect spot for a relaxing evening.

In addition to the variety of scents, you can also play around with the vessels you use for your candles. Recycled jars, tins, and even rustic metal mugs like camping mugs are excellent options for creating one-of-a-kind and personalized candles. This approach allows you to be creative and add a unique touch to your candles while also being environmentally friendly by repurposing items you already have.

So, whether you are seeking to add some fall ambiance to your home or looking for an enjoyable and artistic DIY project, creating your own candles is an excellent choice. Our roundup post of 18 Candles You Can Make For Fall will provide you with an abundance of inspiration and ideas to get started.

If you are looking for Fall scents you can’t surpass a classic Pumpkin spice Scent. but some other popular fall scents are cinnamon and vanilla. You can create these different styles of candles in your own vessel from recycled jars, tins, and even rustic metal mugs like camping mugs which are very popular right now.

 

Looking for more candle-making tutorials? Check out our DIY tutorials here 

DIY Chai Candles In Canning Jars from helloglow.co

Handmade Cinnamon Orange Fall Candle from thecentsableshoppin.com

DIY Fall Scented Candles from littlehouseliving.com

DIY Pumpkin Spice Candles from countryhillcottage.com

How To Make Fall Jar Candles At Home from thecountrychiccottage.net

Learn How To Make Your Own Fall Candles from sustainmycrafthabit.com

DIY Tea Infused Scented Candles from fallfordiy.com

DIY French Vanilla Coffee Candles from helloglow.co

How To Make Scented Candles For Fall from jessicawellinginteriors.com

Homemade Autumn Spice Soy Candle Recipe from thehomespunhydrangea.com

Crisp Apple DIY Soy Candle Jars from lifenreflection.com

Homemade Apple Spice Candle from thismamaloves.com

3 Ways To Make Soy Candles from thediymommy.com

Pumpkin Spice Essential Oil Candle Recipe For Fall from simplepurebeauty.com

DIY Mulled Cider Candle And Tag from prettylifegirls.com

How To Make Cinnamon Pumpkin Candles from helloglow.co

DIY Sweater Weather Candle from countryhillcottage.com

Essential Oil Pumpkin Spice Candles from lifenreflection.com

 

Looking for more fall craft ideas? Check out these fall crafts from our sister site Craftbits.com. 

Did you know that only Americans call it Fall? When English poets started using the phrase “the fall of leaves” it became popular to call the season fall. But by the mid-1800s, after the split of the colonies from England led to language change,  England reverted back to Autumn and the Americans retained the name fall. But it is also known as Harvest, 

Oversized pumpkins made from metal serving trays. Pumpkin Serving Tray Hack They are perfect for popping onto a mantle, hanging on the wall, or placing on a porch.

This lovely fall lantern is perfect for decorating your Thanksgiving table. Made from items from the dollar tree, it is very inexpensive too make.  Dollar Tree – Race Track Fall Lantern — CraftBits.com 

We have over 20 DIY Fall Wreath tutorials with detailed instructions on making your own Fall or Thanksgiving door wreath. You can see the full list of tutorials here. 

How to make your own Fall Wreath  

Here are some more Fall articles which may be of interest to you. 

9 Thanksgiving Crafts To Keep Your Kids Busy While Dinner Is Cooking — CraftBits.com 

No Sew Sweater Halloween Pumpkins — CraftBits.com

Dollar Tree – Wood Block Pumpkins — CraftBits.com

 

How To Preserve Fall Leaves – Home and Garden 

Do you know why maple leaves are so red? The color orange/red and yellow are created from the sugar levels in the leaves, hence why Maple leaves are bright red.   

Making your own candles at home is a great way to express your creativity while also adding a cozy touch to your living space. With the variety of fall scents and unique vessel options, the possibilities for candle-making are endless.

By using recycled jars or other materials, you can also do your part in reducing waste and creating a more sustainable lifestyle. Whether you’re making candles for yourself or as a gift for loved ones, these 18 different variations provide ample inspiration and guidance for your next candle-making adventure. So go ahead and experiment with different scents and vessels, and enjoy the warm and inviting glow of your homemade fall candles.

 

Here are my top 5 blends of oils for Fall candles – 

Autumn Leaves: This warm and earthy blend captures the essence of fall with a combination of 3 drops of cedarwood essential oil, 3 drops of patchouli essential oil, and 2 drops of clove essential oil. It creates a cozy atmosphere perfect for snuggling up with a good book.

Spiced Cider: This delicious blend of 4 drops of cinnamon essential oil, 2 drops of clove essential oil, and 2 drops of ginger essential oil is reminiscent of a steaming cup of apple cider on a crisp autumn day. It’s sure to bring a sense of warmth and comfort to any room.

Harvest Moon: This sweet and spicy blend is perfect for the transition from summer to fall. It features 3 drops of vanilla essential oil, 3 drops of sweet orange essential oil, and 2 drops of cinnamon essential oil. It’s a warm and inviting scent that will make your home feel cozy and inviting.

Cozy Flannel: This blend is perfect for capturing the essence of your favorite flannel shirt on a chilly autumn day. It features 3 drops of bergamot essential oil, 2 drops of patchouli essential oil, and 2 drops of cedarwood essential oil. It creates a warm and comforting atmosphere that will make you want to snuggle up under a blanket.

Pumpkin Spice: No fall candle collection is complete without this classic blend. With 4 drops of cinnamon essential oil, 2 drops of ginger essential oil, and 2 drops of nutmeg essential oil, it captures the spicy and sweet scent of pumpkin pie. It’s perfect for creating a cozy and inviting atmosphere in your home.

 

 

 

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