Recipe for Libbey 996 Candle Jar
Our Libbey glass candle jars are of the highest quality which means they can be used time and time again. So whether you are making a candle for the first time or refilling your candle jar this recipe is one of our favourites. Using one of our latest fragrance oils – Wild Currant & Sandalwood you will be able to make the perfect candle with a fabulous scent throw.
All of these recipes have been created in house and tested by our team. Which means we’ve taken all the guess work out and you will be able to make a beautiful soy candle without all the stress. Simply follow the recipe and enjoy the process. Of course you can substitue this fragrance for others but be aware you may have to tweak the wick size to get the perfect burn.
Wild Currant & Sandalwood Fragrance
Indulge in the delightful burst of sweet cherry, lemon, and green apple top notes, creating a fresh & fruity blend. The unique essence of wild currant combines with rose, jasmine, and a hint of rhubarb, crafting a captivating complexity. The fragrance crescendos with warm sandalwood, subtle vanilla sweetness, and a lingering musk touch, delivering a luxurious and inviting ambiance.
Recipe for 996 Jar
If you have a used Libbey 996 Classic Storage candle jar then why not refill it. All you need to do is clean out the wax, give it a wash and then use this recipe to refill your jar. The perfect way to save money and the environment.
Shopping List
1 x Libbey 996 Classic Storage Jar
410g x GW-464 Soy Wax
55ml x Rosewood & Musk Premium Fragrance Oil
1 x ACS 9.9 Wick
1 x Stickum
Jar Specifications
The 996 Classic Storage Jar by Libbey is a popular size candle jar perfect for your home, as a gift, for retail, and weddings. Dress these up with our range of wooden or metal lids to create the finished look.
Brand: Libbey
Recommended Fill Volume: 550ml
Maximum Volume: 650ml
Wax Weight: 410g
Height: 101mm
Inside Diameter: T:73mm, B: 95mm
Outside Diameter: T:79mm, B:101mm
Wick Suggestion: ACS 9.9 or CDN 30
Lid Options: Flat Glass Lid, Bubble Lid, Wood Lid
Box Options: Large Gift Box White, Large Gift Box Black, XL Retail Box White, XL Retail Box Black
Methodology
♥ Place your soy wax in a double boiler on the stove (just like you would melt chocolate). You can use a pot & a Pyrex jug but make sure the Pyrex jug doesn’t touch the bottom of the pot. It is ideal if the handle will fit over the pot edge. Alternatively you could use The Candle Maker.
♥ Heat your container soy wax on medium heat to 80-82°C until melted. The wax will start to melt around 40-45°C so check the temperature often.
♥ While the wax is melting, attach your wick to your jar (this is called “wicking”). Do this by attach your wick stickum to the bottom of the metal wick tab on the wick, place the wick in the centre of the container and press down firmly.
♥ Once the wick has adhered to the bottom of the container, thread the wick through the hole in the middle of the wooden wick holder & place the wick holder so that it spans the diameter of the glass, making sure the wick is centered. Bend the wick over the wick holder. This will hold it straight as you pour in the hot wax.
♥ Using your thermometer, measure the temperature of the wax and at approximately 80-82°C add your candle fragrance.
♥ Gently stir in your fragrance for at least 2 minutes. It is important that the fragrance is mixed thoroughly to bind with the wax.
♥ Now wait for your wax to cool to approximately 60-62°C before pouring into your container.
♥ Pour slowly but surely until you reach the desired level, we recommend using a long spout pouring jug.
♥ Allow it to set for 72 hours before burning.
Melting Your Wax
Wicking A Jar
Your wick is one of the most important elements of candle making. To secure your wick to your jar attach a stickum to the bottom of the metal tab on your wick, place in the centre of your jar and press down firmly.
