Put newspaper down to protect the workspace from splashes. Put the container of melted wax onto a trivet. Place this on a sturdy work space at a height suitable for you to work around. Ensure that the area is free of obstacles, pets and small children.
Method 1: Place small chunks of wax into the double boiler. Allow to melt. See temperature notes in “Tips”. Keep an eye on it. Also, see “Warnings”. Method 2: Place the boiling water in a large container. Place the wax into the boiling water. Ensure that there is enough wax to reach the top of the container. Also make sure that the container is sitting one a safe place away from heat sources. Allow the wax to melt. You can stir it if needed.
Lower the taper into the melted wax. Cover it with wax. Holding on to the top of the wick by its stick, quickly dip it into and out of the melted wax. This must be done rapidly up and down, or the wax will slip off the string. The most effective method to ensure that the wax stays on, is to set aside each candle when there is a thin layer and then to return and dip some more when you reach the last candle and proceed to dip all of the candles again. Gently blow on the string after each dip. This helps it to position for cooling in place. Note that initially the wax will coat the taper and slowly a taper candle will begin to form. Keep dipping patiently to layer on the wax. Reheat wax if needed. Repeat this process as many times as needed to form a width and shape of taper candle that you are seeking.
