This is a badge bit (BB) that is part of the
PEM curriculum. Completing this BB is part of getting the sand badge in
Traditional Skills.
In a cold climate it sometimes gets dark before you're done using the light. Let's try our hand at making candles!
Here's one way to do it:
Minimum requirements:
- Make 12 beeswax candles by repeatedly dipping
- 1/2" or greater in diameter at the butt end
- 8" or longer in length
- This bb can only use materials that existed 200 years ago
Provide proof of the following as pictures or video (<2 min):
- Your beeswax melting method
- Wicks ready to dip
- Midway through making the candles
- Finished candles showing length and width
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