White bar soap can be used with beeswax to make homemade crayons.
A fond memory of childhood, held by many people, is coloring with crayons. The smell and feel of crayons can transport you back to sitting in elementary school, coloring a picture. Beeswax crayons are very similar to store-bought crayons. However, when made at home, it is difficult to replicate the streamlined shape of typical crayons. Using a muffin tin or candy mold, these beeswax crayons are larger and are easier for young children to hold. Your child will enjoy seeing how crayons are made and coloring her own pictures with her new crayons.
Instructions
1. Cut the beeswax into small pieces and grate the bar of white soap. Use equal amounts of the beeswax and soap.
2. Place the beeswax pieces and grated soap into a microwave-safe measuring cup. Microwave the mixture, with constant supervision, for around one minute so the mixture does not boil.
3. Stir food coloring into the melted mixture.
4. Grease the candy mold or muffin tin with vegetable spray or shortening.
5. Pour the mixture into the molds, letting the hot wax dry completely.
6. Turn candy mold or muffin tin upside down so cooled crayons pop out.
