If you want to begin a new hobby, try candle making. All that is required is a few simple candle making equipment and some easily obtained supplies. Once you begin making your own candles, you may find that the you enjoy these candles much more than anything that is available commercially. it's nice to be able to customize your candles to suit your own preferences.

To get started making candles, you'll need a few basic supplies. These include: wax, wicks, molds or containers, candle scents and dyes. You are also going to need a double boiler in which you can melt the wax.

If you decide to make candle making a regular hobby you may want to purchase a double boiler specifically for your craft. However, if your are just trying, you may want to use a coffee can and a pot. Bend the edge of the coffee into a pouring spout.

Molds can be as simple as a pint milk carton or votive cups. Even heavy paper cups will work to make candles.

Melt the wax using a double boiler. Place paraffin in the coffee can. Set inside the larger can and add water so that it is low enough that is twill not overflow into the smaller can. Carefully heat the wax until it is melted. After melting, you can add scent or coloring if you would like.

The wicks can be suspended from the dowel rods and centered over the tops of the molds. Pour in the wax, let it cool and you've finished your first candle.

As you've probably noticed, it doesn't take much equipment to get started. However this is only a very basic beginners list. You can find out more details at Candle Making Equipment.

When I first started making candles I was surprised (and even a little confused) by just how many varieties of wax that one has to choose from. Take a look at Candle Making Wax. I bet you'll find some waxes you never heard of before.

When you're on that site make sure you sign up for their free candle making mini course. It's and easy way to get some free guidance starting out.

If you want even more information on candle making, then my best recommendation for you is Home Candle Making Made Easy. it's a easy to understand e-book that covers all aspects of making a wide variety of candles. Using that book, you'll avoid all the mistakes most beginners make and be guaranteed success from the start. I recommend it highly.

The main thing is to get started making your first candle so you can see just how easy and enjoyable it is.