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Acorn Spice Beeswax Candles

Written by Hailey | December 12, 2024

As fallen leaves speckle the ground and the air turns crisper by the day, many of us are reaching for our fuzziest pair of socks, steaming hot beverages, and lighting our favorite candles to savor the essence of the cozy fall season. During this chilly time of year when most of my time is spent indoors, I often wish I could be enveloped by the scent of a misty morning walk through the forest; without needing to bundle up in ten separate layers to stay warm. Luckily, one of my favorite pastimes during the holiday season is making DIY crafts for my loved ones, so capturing the inviting aroma of the forest by dusting off my candle-making supplies was a no-brainer. Introducing—acorn spice candles!

Acorns, the fruit or nut of oak trees, aren’t just a delightfully nutty treat for squirrels; they also boast an impressive history. Oak trees and their acorn offsprings have been thriving for over 50 million years across the Northern Hemisphere and are considered a keystone species for fungi, plant, and animal life. Across many cultures, oak trees symbolize resiliency, longevity, and strength. On the other hand, acorns are symbols of growth, potential, and new beginnings. By capturing the essence of acorns in these candles, my intention was to not only evoke the warmth of the cozy scent of autumn but also symbolize the serenity winter represents before the blooming spring season.

The earthy, nutty aroma reminiscent of roasted acorns with a touch of spice is attributed to a woodsy and warming blend of essential oils such as oakmoss absolute, Scotch pine, fir needle, and cinnamon bark. Beeswax was also the perfect base for these candles to add gentle notes of nutty sweetness to the candle. Just like the soft glow of a candle or the nostalgic aroma that fills your nose during a morning walk through the woods, acorns serve as representations of the potential and growth that surrounds us. So, even on mornings when it’s far too chilly to venture out on a walk through the forest, this candle will fill your home with the inviting scents of leaves and acorns falling onto the forest floor.

 
Acorn Spice Beeswax Candle Recipe

Makes enough for approximately one 9oz. candle or two 4oz. candles. 

Materials

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Fill a medium-sized pot with water until about halfway full. Add double boiler insert and heat on med/high until water begins to boil. Turn heat down to a gentle simmer.
  2. Add beeswax pastilles and coconut oil to double boiler insert. Stir frequently until fully melted. 
  3. Dip a wick end in the melted wax mixture and quickly add the wick to the bottom of the jar. Use a pencil to press the wick end down to help anchor it in place. 
  4. Once the wick has solidified, gently wrap around the pencil around the excess length and suspend over the center of the jar. 
  5. Once jars are prepped, turn off heat to melted wax and combine essential oils. Give a quick stir until mixture is combined.  
  6. Immediately pour wax into jars, leaving approximately a 1/2 inch gap at the top. Save a small amount of melted wax in the double boiler insert and add back to the pot on low heat. Let candles cool for about 20-30 minutes.
  7. Beeswax candles are prone to concave in, so once the top of the wax has started to set and become opaque, gently pour the leftover melted wax on top to fill the remaining 1/2 inch gap in the jars.
  8. Allow candles to fully set for about an hour before trimming wicks. Wick length should be cut slightly below the rim of the jar, about 1/2 inch. 
  9. Now, all that’s left to do is grab a lighter and savor the scent of the season! 

 

Looking to discover more autumn aromatherapy?

Check Out Our Autumn Stroll Wax Melt or Candle Recipe!

 

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Warming Lotion Bars for Autumn & Winter
DIY Foaming Hand Soap: Fall Scent
Sweater Weather Roll-On Perfume Recipe

 
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