I bought cheap candles (I know...kicking myself in the *** for beaing a cheapskate) and when we burn them they drip overly much. Anyone got a tricto slow this process down so that we can still enjoy them?
ps. lesson learned, next time I will buy no drip candles...lol
2006-09-02 04:24:32 · 8 answers · asked by Funny Frankie 4 in Home & Garden ➔ Decorating & Remodeling
If you put them in the freezer first, this should slow down the dripping. I realize that once the candles are burning for a while, they are no longer frozen and you are back in the same place. However, give it a try, it helps for a while.
2006-09-02 04:30:22 · answer #1 · answered by Patti C 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It seems you have learned your lesson. You can create a little homemade bobeche to catch the wax. Just cut out a cardboard circle about 1" - 1.5" larger than your candle. Cut out for your candle to fit in the center. Cover it with foil before placing it on the candle. Should help spare your table. Cheap candles usually have cheap wicks that burn lead in the center of the wick. Beware lead is hazardous to your body. If I were you I would throw these candle away, and just buy new.
2006-09-02 11:32:42 · answer #2 · answered by damsel36 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Put the candles in a nice old wine bottle and enjoy the designs. Sorry nothing else comes to mind.
2006-09-02 11:31:05 · answer #3 · answered by sgtpatti 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Check out the crystalia candle cup accents #12207 at:
http://www.homeinteriors.com/designsbyniki
2006-09-03 11:12:55 · answer #4 · answered by designsbyniki 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I personally haven't tried this, but I've read that if you put them in the freezer, it helps. I'm not sure how, but it's worth a try.
2006-09-02 11:32:21 · answer #5 · answered by mikeyzdream 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
place them in the freezer first
2006-09-02 11:30:06 · answer #6 · answered by jmhwme 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
freeze them in the freezer
2006-09-02 11:30:38 · answer #7 · answered by jamiehamster 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Sorrry, if they're not dripless,they will drip!
2006-09-02 12:39:51 · answer #8 · answered by luckford2004 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋