How Do You Make Votive Candle Molds?
Making your own reusable molds for votive candles is easier than you may think. Silicone is a relatively inexpensive medium for making molds. These molds are easy to make and can be used over and over again to make candles. Silicone is used to make molds for everything from candy to toys. The molds can be made using any household object as a base. These molds are nice for candle-making because they are easy to work with. Silicone RTV vulcanizes or hardens at room temperature. It consists of two materials: liquid rubber base, and the liquid catalyst that will harden the silicone when mixed together. Weigh and measure the rubber base and catalyst according to the directions included with your silicone compound, using the scale. Each type of silicone RTV requires precise measurements by weight in order for the silicone to cure properly. Mix the silicone RTV compound by combining the rubber base and catalyst liquids until the color is even. The catalyst will harden the silicone into a toug
