[header] How to make citronella candles [title] Find a clean, glass jar with a wide opening. [step] You will need some sort of heat-resistant container, such as a mason jar or an old candle holder, to pour your melted wax into. Make sure that the mouth of your container is wide enough for you to reach into and that the container can withstand high temperatures. 
[title] Purchase some candle wax and cut it into small cubes. [step] You can use any candle wax for your candles, such as paraffin, soy, or even old, unscented candles.