Baptism Party DIY Candle Favor

2 min read September 14, 2026 Missy and Kristen
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After celebrating your little one's joyful christening or baptism, send your guests home with small token of your gratitude with this DIY Baptism Candle Favor. This homemade candle is adorned with lovely, ecclesiastical accents and includes a free printable favor tag as well!

Project Time
30 to 45 min
Difficulty
Beginner
Step
1

Measure approximately how much wax you'll need to fill one Mini Glass Mason Jar and then multiply that by 5. Melt the wax over medium heat using a double broiler. Stir with a metal whisk until completely melted. Allow the wax to cool for 10-15 minutes.

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2

As the wax is cooling, add a Glue Dot to the bottom of a pre-waxed wick and adhere it to the bottom of the Mini Glass Mason Jar .

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Step
3

Once the wax has cooled for the allotted time, use a glass measuring cup to fill the Mini Glass Mason Jar . Use a Clothespin to help keep the wick upright if needed.

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4

Allow the wax to cool and harden and then trim the wick.

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5

Add a piece of White Satin Ribbon around the neck of the Mini Glass Mason Jar . Use a small dot of Hot Glue to have the ribbon overlap in the center.

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Step
6

Use wire cutters to trim the pin backing off a Silvertone Cross Pin and Hot Glue it where your Ribbon overlaps on the Jar

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7

Print our Free Favor Tag Printable onto White Cardstock and then use a 2" paper punch to cut the circular tags.

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Step
8

Attach the favor tag to the Jar using Glue Dots.

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9

Display your DIY Baptism Candle Favors on a White and Silver Decorative Tray so each guest is able to take home this sweet and sentimental keepsake!

Be sure to see how to throw your own Fresh & Modern Baptism Party here.

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