Natural and pure beeswax

Description

This is natural and pure beeswax from our apiary on the Berkshire Downs in England.  Beeswax comes from honeybees who produce it to draw out comb – either to store honey or nuture brood.

We take care to purify our beeswax with mineral water, cloth filters and gently heat – that’s why it is natural and pure.  Unlike some overseas producers, we do not use chemicals such as bleaching agents or lubricants.

Here are some uses for beeswax:

• making beeswax wraps;
• producing homemade cosmetics including balms and soap;
• lubricating tools, threads, needles and sticking drawers;
• sealing envelopes (you might think it’s a bit ‘olde worlde’ yet there are many crafters who still do) ;
• making candles, whether using moulds or by dipping wicks (see below for supplier details);
• making crayons and pastels;
• burnishing leather.

Melting beeswax

A double-boiler makes life easier – find one here Thornes – double boiler.  Alternatively, melt the beeswax using bain-marie: pan of boiling water with a bowl (containing beesawax) sitting on the top.

Candle making supplies

For candle making products try Thornes – candle making.