How to Make Jar Candles at Home for Fall

Have you ever wondered how to make jar candles at home? You can make your own homemade fall candles in just minutes and add some fall scents to your abode. This easy way to make candles is perfect for a fall centerpiece or just an everyday way to add some all-natural scents. Try these candles on your table or around your home for Thanksgiving or fall dinner parties.

Want more ideas for fall? You’ll love this candleholder idea that is wonderful for getting into the fall spirit! I don’t know about you, but when fall weather approaches, I love to decorate!

Make Your Own Fall Jar Candles

If you love all things farmhouse style, you will definitely want to add some DIY jar candles to your home for every season. I use this same technique to make mosquito-repellent candles in the summer but why not make a gorgeous fall version? Follow along below to see how to make these mason jar candles! These fall candles are fragrant, spicy, bright, and exactly what is needed to get the house ready for cooler weather.

Supplies Needed

• Jars: I used the Ball Sharing Jars found here, but any pint-sized mason jar would work. Heat-resistance glass is a must.
• Floating Candles
• Orange
• Cloves: Two tablespoons
• Cinnamon: Three to four cinnamon sticks
• Orange oil: Four to five drops
• Thyme oil: Five drops
• Water

Note: Use various types of jars for this recipe. I like to use the kinds with the lip on the sides of the jars.

How to Make Your Glass Jar Candles

You will love the scents from these fall jar candles. This craft is incredibly simple and great for whenever you just

Want to see just how to make these fall candles? Follow along with the short video below.

Step 1

Start with the jars of your choice. I used the Ball Sharing Jars found here but any pint-sized mason jar would work.

Next, add the cloves and cinnamon sticks to your jar.

Step 2

Slice one orange and then add to the jar. Fill the jar with water to threads.

Drop in the orange and thyme essential oil. Stir to combine.

Step 4

Add in a floating candle and then light. Just that easily you have fall candles to add some scent to your home!

These lovely candles are perfect for fall. You will love both how they smell and how they look. Try the Ball Sharing Jars for a unique look or just add to some jars you have on hand. Either way, you are sure to love this all-natural way to add some fall scents to your home. You might just need to make one of these fall candles for every room!

How to Use

Now that you know how to make jar candles, you can change up this idea for any season! Add in fresh rosemary for the holidays or lemons for spring. There are so many ways to make your own candles right in your own home! Gather up some supplies and experiment with your own scents. You are sure to find something that you love!

Can I make candles in any glass jar?

Basically, yes, but always double-check to make sure the jar is heat-proof! You can use various types of glass jars and containers for candles.

Love These Fall Candles and Want More Ideas? Try the Links Below!

• Fall Mason Jars
• Fall Fairy Light Luminary
• Burlap Wreath
• Vinyl on Mason Jars
• DIY Fall Gift Tags

Total Time 10 minutes minutes

How to Make Jar Candles at Home for Fall

Make your own fall candles in a mason jar with this easy DIY tutorial.

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Supplies

• Jars I used the Ball Sharing Jars but any pint-sized mason jar would work.
• Floating candles
• Orange
• 2 tablespoons cloves
• 3-4 cinnamon sticks
• 5 drops orange oil
• 5 drops thyme oil
• Water

Instructions

• Start with the jars of your choice. I used the Ball Sharing Jars but any pint-sized mason jar would work.
• Add the cloves and cinnamon sticks to your jar.
• Slice one orange and then add to the jar.
• Fill the jar with water to threads.
• Drop in the orange and thyme essential oil.
• Stir to combine.
• Add in a floating candle and then light.
• Just that easily you have fall candles to add some scent to your home!

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