Emergency DIY Crisco Candle/Burns 24 Days/Survival Skills

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  • If the power goes out, a long burning candle is essential. Making a crisco candle is a simple and budget friendly emergency candle. I took a 5 hour candle and show you how to turn it into a candle that will burn for 192 hours. We could lose power at any time. Knowing this simple survival skill will help prepare your home.
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  • @sandysteinbrook
    @sandysteinbrook  2 ปีที่แล้ว +39

    You have to try this! I am amazed at how well it works. After burning the candle 5 hours, the Crisco candle did not even hardly go down. If I was only using the taper candle, it would have burnt clear the the bottom.

  • @tomb4568
    @tomb4568 2 ปีที่แล้ว +87

    I made a bunch of these in various sizes from the size you have in the video up to a very large jar I have 4 candles in. I tested several 4 candle jars and besides light it gives off a bit of heat and kept the room temp stable.

    • @sandysteinbrook
      @sandysteinbrook  2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Good to know it gives off some heat too! Thank you

    • @ibrahimalomari7807
      @ibrahimalomari7807 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      كيف يمكنني الحصول على هذه العلبه الكبيره وما هوه محتواها

    • @WhoMe87799
      @WhoMe87799 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      @@sandysteinbrook They say if you have to sleep in your car, say if your stranded in a blizzard, that burning one of those tiny tealight candles can keep you from freezing to death. So I imagine a large 4 wick candle can provide a good bit of heat for a house.

    • @christy1071
      @christy1071 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I'll scoop out middle of shortening, insert 3 tapered candles at length below top of can!

    • @vasipro
      @vasipro 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Do they smell funny?

  • @briankleinschmidt3664
    @briankleinschmidt3664 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +51

    I noticed Crisco has palm oil in it, which I shun. I bought some lard to bake cookies and compared it side by side to Crisco. The lard had one ingredient - lard. (correction it also has BHA hydrogenated lard, propyll gallate and ctric acid.) The Crisco is loaded with stuff they're not sure if it's in there or not. (May contain:. . .) The lard looks clear and smooth. The Crisco is cloudy and chunky. I feel like the body can digest lard better than Crisco. I am certain it is healthier than Crisco. And the cookies. . . They taste better. I know some doctors said don't use lard, but I think someone paid them to say it.

    • @lauriemclean1131
      @lauriemclean1131 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +9

      I agree. We have been told for decades that things like lard & butter are bad for us. Pushing the less healthy alternatives is good for the "healthcare" industrial complex but not so good for us. You are not the first person I've heard speak of how healthy it is to use lard, and the results are also better tasting. Examples are biscuits & pie crust.

    • @lauriemclean1131
      @lauriemclean1131 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +16

      So this video is good because it gives us a non-food use for the crisco we really don't want to use for cooking.

    • @sandysteinbrook
      @sandysteinbrook  9 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      I agree! I would not consume Crisco. Crazy it is sold in the grocery section. Lard is such a better choice! My family that have always ate lard have also lived to a ripe old age.

    • @sandysteinbrook
      @sandysteinbrook  9 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

      Yes! A candle is a good use. It is crazy that crisco is sold in the grocery section to be consumed.

    • @twinfin8571
      @twinfin8571 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

      @@lauriemclean1131. Actually, hydrogenated lard is not so good. If you can’t render it yourself, try to find a butcher who sells it already rendered……just pig fat, nothing else! If they butcher, but don’t render the pig fat, ask if they’ll keep it for you and watch videos on how to render it. The fat can be frozen till you render it then you can jar it up and keep in the refrigerator or pantry. Hydrogenated anything isn’t all that good. Look for pure lard if you can.

  • @ANONIE47
    @ANONIE47 ปีที่แล้ว +28

    Brilliant ! So much easier than using vegetable OIL :-) . Make sure to keep the wick correctly trimmed so that it burns nicely and evenly with a small flame, and does not smoke.

  • @kevinl3235
    @kevinl3235 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +10

    I live in Kansas and we've had some extremely bitter temperatures along with freezing rain, snow, and wind over the last several days. I'm going to make a few of these, thanks for the great tutorial.

    • @sandysteinbrook
      @sandysteinbrook  8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      We have a polar blast happening this week where I live. We haven't lost power but I know that others have lost power in our area.

    • @kevinl3235
      @kevinl3235 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@sandysteinbrook Stay safe, stay warm!

  • @michmckee-kr5ox
    @michmckee-kr5ox 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    You should melt it, pour into jar, chill until opaque, but soft enough to insert candle and solid enough to keep it upright. No bubbles, no messy jar.

    • @sandysteinbrook
      @sandysteinbrook  2 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Thank you for this tip.

  • @cantoon833
    @cantoon833 2 ปีที่แล้ว +23

    This is a great idea!! I made emergency candles for all my family for Christmas this year for there vehicles. I used soy wax and small paint cans, but this is awesome. Thank you for sharing.

    • @sandysteinbrook
      @sandysteinbrook  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      What a smart idea to have an emergency candle in our vehicles! Thank you for sharing. I am going to look in to this. Where did you get small paint cans?

    • @cantoon833
      @cantoon833 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@sandysteinbrook I got everything on Amazon. The paint cans, soy wax, wood wicks and small boxes of matches that I put in the top. I used soy wax because it doesn’t melt at a low temperature and burns for a long time.

    • @chelms01
      @chelms01 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@cantoon833 can you provide a link?

    • @cantoon833
      @cantoon833 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@chelms01 I don’t have a link, they are something I have just always made and had in my vehicles. I live in Wyoming and use to travel a lot by myself on road not well traveled. They are very easy to make. I used half pint paint cans, soy wax and wood wicks you can find all of the stuff on Amazon. If you have anymore questions just let me know.

    • @ronv6637
      @ronv6637 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Any commercial paint store,if making them multiple wicks 3-4 and include a book of matches or lighter

  • @shoanmarie5612
    @shoanmarie5612 2 ปีที่แล้ว +27

    I have several boxes of long candles. Can I use those as well? What a great idea! I also love the idea of using clay pots as room warmers if power goes out! Just put it over a candle in a jar and place over candle with the hole of course on top. 😁

    • @sandysteinbrook
      @sandysteinbrook  ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Long candles will definitely work

    • @bridget3694
      @bridget3694 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      The half gallon jars by ball are good for the longer candle.

    • @b_uppy
      @b_uppy 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      The wicks might be inadequate. You need thick wicks or else it burn up the wick and leave you with a jar of unburned fat.

  • @tuttispushtada1176
    @tuttispushtada1176 ปีที่แล้ว +24

    While the Crisco is still warm could you put in cinnamon sticks and orange peel 7:21

    • @noeldeal8087
      @noeldeal8087 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      sounds great

  • @peggyhoffmann6553
    @peggyhoffmann6553 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I am going to use pure carbonized felt for my wicks. Supposed to be everburning :) . Thanks for the video. Great job! .

  • @AGLPS
    @AGLPS 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Thanks for sharing! We lost power for a week due to problems with our fuse oxygen. This would have saved me so much money!

    • @sandysteinbrook
      @sandysteinbrook  3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      You're welcome. :) Now you can make this for future emergencies!

  • @nancyk7954
    @nancyk7954 2 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    I'm going to be making my crisco candles within the next few weeks. I liked the mote for the purpose it served. My first choice would to be able to use the heat source I have in my home, but if there's a power outage, I'd prefer to have an option if you don't have a fireplace or a wood burning stove, or protect your home, do nothing, and risk freezing to death. I'd choose a small but comfortable size room to heat. I might even put a small flower pot burner in the bath tub, where it's safe from burning anything down (like what could catch fire in the bath tub?).

    • @sandysteinbrook
      @sandysteinbrook  ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Very good ideas!! I have thought the same as you, if electric goes out, we can heat a smaller room.

    • @brianboe3774
      @brianboe3774 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Set the candle on a cast iron pan … you have a cast iron pan ….. don’t you ???

    • @ronv6637
      @ronv6637 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Take down the shower curtain b4

  • @chrisanderson3169
    @chrisanderson3169 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Hey, thank you Sandy for letting us viewers know about the butter at Aldis. I picked some up the next day and, wow, what a bargain.

    • @sandysteinbrook
      @sandysteinbrook  ปีที่แล้ว

      You're welcome! I love to share. a good bargain!

  • @milliemrrobinson1074
    @milliemrrobinson1074 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Great idea! I'm going to get the supplies to do this! Thank you, Sandy!

    • @sandysteinbrook
      @sandysteinbrook  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yay! It is so easy and you're going to be amazed at how long it burns.

  • @dr.d3007
    @dr.d3007 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Great video! Thank you for this very important content. Ice/snow in the forecast for next week so this could help.

    • @sandysteinbrook
      @sandysteinbrook  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you! We've been getting snow in Ohio. We never know if a power outage could happen, so it is best to always be prepared.

  • @helgag.9866
    @helgag.9866 2 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    Thanks! Your video is great and simplifies the process compared to others I’ve seen, with much less mess. I’m going to try this!

    • @sandysteinbrook
      @sandysteinbrook  2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Thank you for letting me know it was helpful! I appreciate that!

    • @caragare3214
      @caragare3214 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank u

  • @robhunt-watts8908
    @robhunt-watts8908 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    Thanks for this amazing idea Sandy.
    God Bless you from near Stonehenge, England.

    • @sandysteinbrook
      @sandysteinbrook  10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I love it when someone tells me where you're from! Hello to you in England! These are great candles for emergency and I know it is always better to be ready for an emergency, even if it never happens, then to be in a situation and wish you had a long burning candle.

  • @sandysteinbrook
    @sandysteinbrook  9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Other videos you may like:
    "Two Food shortage Dreams I Had": th-cam.com/video/DbQ8YSpkmIQ/w-d-xo.html
    "The Best Shower Cleaner Dawn and Vinegar": th-cam.com/video/8hDwiuiAU9c/w-d-xo.html

  • @cindyh2610
    @cindyh2610 ปีที่แล้ว +23

    I know this video has been out awhile but just a safety tip… Make sure you have a carbon monoxide detector when using any candles, especially for long periods of time.

  • @dalecarpenter8828
    @dalecarpenter8828 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    you can still use it for cooking ( I wouldn't unless there was absolutely nothing else ) ! and you can make them with used veggie lard ( do they call it shorting ?)! burning candles and cooking fire is all you should use veggie oil for ,because it is made in a petroleum process , and veggie oil will destroy cell walls !

    • @sandysteinbrook
      @sandysteinbrook  9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thank you for sharing this. I agree…it could be used for cooking if there is nothing else. About does have a second purpose beyond a candle if an emergency happened.

  • @Songwriter376
    @Songwriter376 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    Yes, crisco found out how to sell and make us eat candles! Clever.

    • @sandysteinbrook
      @sandysteinbrook  9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Isn't it crazy that Crisco can be sold in the grocery section of the store to be consumed as food.

    • @Songwriter376
      @Songwriter376 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@sandysteinbrook Yep!

  • @allequalevery5691
    @allequalevery5691 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    And why aren't these in shops? Because it doesnt rinse enough money out of people it lasts to long. Money holds the world to ransom.
    Thankyou for trying to help people, bless ya.

  • @deniseeulert2503
    @deniseeulert2503 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    I'm going to try this. I have a can of Crisco hanging around and don't use it for pie crust anymore, as I have come to prefer lard.

    • @deniseeulert2503
      @deniseeulert2503 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I did try this and it works! It was actually longer lasting than was said it could be.

    • @sandysteinbrook
      @sandysteinbrook  9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thank you so much for sharing this, Denise!

    • @sandysteinbrook
      @sandysteinbrook  9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I prefer lard too. Crisco is basically like eating plastic.

  • @charlesmaurer6214
    @charlesmaurer6214 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

    The vegetable shortening in Crisco was also developed as a lubricant for the Navy in underwater machinery such as submarines.

    • @sandysteinbrook
      @sandysteinbrook  9 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      That is interesting! That also further supports why I would not consume it as food. Lol.

    • @liana2136
      @liana2136 13 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      I recently heard that canola oil, too, was originally a machine lubricant. I'll never eat that.

  • @joellejese1747
    @joellejese1747 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I also have read you can just put the candle inside the can of shorting and it would work too.

    • @sandysteinbrook
      @sandysteinbrook  2 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      So what scares me personally about that is, the can of shortening is plastic. When I buy candles they're always in a glass jar. That is why I chose a sturdy glass jar. I have heard terrible stories of house fires because of candles, so I wanted to make sure I was choosing a safe option.

  • @teedtad2534
    @teedtad2534 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Wow! Good tips! Do more great tips to save us money 💲💲💲💲 like this was very good!!

    • @sandysteinbrook
      @sandysteinbrook  7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I am glad it was helpful!

  • @hermyelf
    @hermyelf 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Yes👍I have lots of this, can also make lots of baked goods. God Bless you for sharing this, might save some lives❤

    • @sandysteinbrook
      @sandysteinbrook  8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thank you for watching! I just think it is always smart to be prepared for an emergency. Having a long term source of light is important. Someone had commented and said if terra-cotta pots are added it could be a small source of heat also.

    • @hermyelf
      @hermyelf 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      definitely a source of heat, many versions on youtube, take care@@sandysteinbrook

  • @wannellalawson4001
    @wannellalawson4001 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Great video. I will be making some. These will be great gifts for birthdays and Christmas. I will put a ribbon around jar. If I do not have enough shortening I know where get some

    • @sandysteinbrook
      @sandysteinbrook  8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I am glad it was helpful. An emergency candle is always a nice gift since none of us ever know when a situation could happen that we would need it.

  • @dysfunctional_vet
    @dysfunctional_vet 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    for green house heaters, that is about 8 days of heat using a modification to increase the amount of surface area heated. as for fires, NFPA states that 20 houses burn each day due to candles, or about 8700 per year. this may or may not result in total loss, just the reporting using the fire cause system.

    • @sandysteinbrook
      @sandysteinbrook  8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Agree. That is why I said in the video that I burn the candle for 8 hours a day because I won't burn a candle at night and usually there is enough light in the daytime that a candle isn't needed. Many people said in the comments, they would just put the candle in the plastic can. I tried to reiterate safety first and putting it in a glass container.

  • @leedezern6862
    @leedezern6862 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Is that a Berkey water cooler?

    • @sandysteinbrook
      @sandysteinbrook  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yes! We have had it quite a while and love it!

  • @prissyann9320
    @prissyann9320 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Do you think it would be safe to use essential oils, & food coloring on these candles? I would LOVE to have pink, purple, & white prayer candles going for 7 to 9 days straight with a little sweet smell

    • @sandysteinbrook
      @sandysteinbrook  2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Yes, you can use essential oils. Put them in when the shortening is cooling, but not solid yet. As far as coloring...food coloring may work great, but someone told me that they used to make these candles when she was a child and her mom would use crayon shavings and it would tint the candles to different colors.

    • @FoereaperGaming
      @FoereaperGaming ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Did you ever try it?

  • @WhoMe87799
    @WhoMe87799 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    This is a great idea, but I have a couple tweaks, mostly because I've got some stuff laying around to use.
    First bacon grease, I love bacon and I hate wasting stuff, so there are several or maybe a dozen half liter (16.9oz) bottles around full of clean bacon grease. Yes, I know it is not nearly as firm as vegetable shortening, which brings me to ...
    Second I like those little baby bell cheese snacks, the ones wrapped in red wax. Again, I don't like throwing things away so there is a *large* and growing chunk of the stuff on a shelf. I've been thinking about making a candle or something out of it.
    Your video today inspired me. I melted a bit over a cup of that wax and poured it into a preheated canning jar like you've got, then I poured in about 3/4 a liter or 1 and a half of those bottles of reheated bacon grease and mixed it well. It is still a bright red BTW so it looks nice. This is about an 7 to 1 ratio, give or take.
    Its been cooling for a bit more than an hour and its a bit warmer than body temperature and about like a thick gravy, I stuck a taper candle in it and it stands up just fine. I'll reply to my own comment later with details about how well it burns.

  • @josephb7460
    @josephb7460 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Sandy! Great video. Great idea .......................... 😎👍👍

    • @sandysteinbrook
      @sandysteinbrook  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      The fact that it totally works! SO cool.

  • @jifchosehismother
    @jifchosehismother 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great. Power is out so melt shortening in the microwave (no power). Wonderful advice. Then put in fridge (no power) to draw off the heat with no way to cool it down.

    • @sandysteinbrook
      @sandysteinbrook  8 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

      No, dont wait until the power is out to make the candle. This is a candle to make ahead of time to have ready in case of an emergency.

  • @stillwater62
    @stillwater62 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    I never understood why everyone doing the Crisco Candles scoop it out of the tub and put it straight into the jar. Get a three quart pot, rake all of the shortening into the pot, put it on low heat to slowly melt. While that is happening, get your two jars ready with the candles inside, cut to the right height and a large paperclip straightened out, then bent into a hook that goes around the top of the candle in the jar and the other end bent over the edge of the jar to hold its position in the center. Pour the melted shortening into the jars, place in the refrigerator till they set up. A squirt of Dawn Dish Soap in the pot, a good wash and rinse, pots clean, easy peezy.

    • @sandysteinbrook
      @sandysteinbrook  11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Thanks for sharing your idea too! Sounds easy.

  • @ksf1412
    @ksf1412 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thank you so much for sharing! I'm glad I came upon your page today.

  • @bethanyg153
    @bethanyg153 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    How clean-burning is Crisco?

  • @Dadofbatman1062
    @Dadofbatman1062 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Does the crisco evaporate or just turns to liquid. Can you put liquid back in fridge and put candle back in again.

    • @sandysteinbrook
      @sandysteinbrook  11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      It evaporates. But it takes a long time for that to happen since it burns for so long.

    • @Dadofbatman1062
      @Dadofbatman1062 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@sandysteinbrook thanks

  • @wayne3302264
    @wayne3302264 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    In an emergency situation this would not matter but what does concern me about this is since it is the oil that is burning there is a possibility that burning this for a long time would leave a greasy residue on everything in the room.

    • @sandysteinbrook
      @sandysteinbrook  8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      You are right in case of emergency you will just burn it, but I think the oil burns clean, mostly since it was originally made for candles. I didn't have any soot coming from the candle I burned.

  • @kejuanlynette8531
    @kejuanlynette8531 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Great video and detailed explanations. THANK YOU!

    • @sandysteinbrook
      @sandysteinbrook  7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      You're welcome. I am glad it was helpful!

  • @danielswartz6818
    @danielswartz6818 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    For emergencies I bought an oil lamp that burns paraffin oil that is formulated to eliminate smoke and shut. The reason I bought the oil lamp was that it was safer had a broader base and in an emergency air provided over 40 Watts of power. I bought several of them one for the kitchen and one for the bathroom and one for the living room. They are great for when power goes out and they are also very good for the core. A quart of oil was about $2.50. How much safer artificial light.

    • @sandysteinbrook
      @sandysteinbrook  7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Oil lamps are great! I have several and several tubs of fuel in case of emergency.

  • @robponton3181
    @robponton3181 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    put 2 TERRACOTTA pots on top with space underneath and get free heat in the winter.

    • @sandysteinbrook
      @sandysteinbrook  11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      I do know that terra-cotta pots are a great source for retaining heat!

  • @Linda-fg2rz
    @Linda-fg2rz 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    This is awesome! I know what I'm doing tomorrow 🕯🕯Thanks Sandy!

    • @sandysteinbrook
      @sandysteinbrook  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Woohoo! Go make some candles, girl!

  • @davypatt1
    @davypatt1 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Fantastic ! these will be my new Shabbat Candles now. + heaters, thanks.

    • @sandysteinbrook
      @sandysteinbrook  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      You're welcome! What a great use for the candles. :)

  • @Sonny_Eclipse
    @Sonny_Eclipse 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I’m assuming that if you want to food coloring and essential oil could be mixed in while melted

    • @sandysteinbrook
      @sandysteinbrook  9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I would think that would work well to add while everything is melted. I haven't tried it and others have asked. If you do it, will you let me know how it worked so I can share with others when they are in the comments also? Thanks!

  • @danielswartz6818
    @danielswartz6818 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    I bought candles in a jar at Walmart for five dollars a few for three dollars. The five dollar candles have an aroma that is pleasant and I have lit them and let them stay lighted for seven days straight never outlive them therefore you can get the same results from a jar candle at Walmart without the work and a pleasant aroma. No work involved.

    • @sandysteinbrook
      @sandysteinbrook  7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I just dont like stacking lots of candles in my cabinets, but others do and it is a great alternative.

    • @liana2136
      @liana2136 13 วันที่ผ่านมา

      The aroma or fragrance is often made with a toxic substance and not healthy to breathe.

  • @yourgodsisspeakingtoyouher4284
    @yourgodsisspeakingtoyouher4284 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Great candles to store for power outage. Would submerging a couple wicks work sans candle.

    • @sandysteinbrook
      @sandysteinbrook  9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I chose to put in a glass jar for my candle for safety reasons, because I wouldn't ever want to burn a candle in the plastic container that Crisco vegetable shortening come sold in.

  • @michelemcneill3652
    @michelemcneill3652 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I wouldn't eat crisco but am definitely going to do this.

  • @156-e2h
    @156-e2h 19 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Where can they be stored for long-term? I live in Florida can I store them out in my shed?

  • @glennyothers5672
    @glennyothers5672 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    So... If the power is out, how do you melt the Crisco in the microwave?
    Also... Once you melt the Crisco you could put some food coloring in and mix it to have a colored candle.

    • @sandysteinbrook
      @sandysteinbrook  8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Melt the crisco ahead of time and go ahead and have the candle ready for an emergency. I have these made and in my cabinet for "if" I ever need them later.

  • @wdwilson397
    @wdwilson397 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Nice tip! I would just take three candles and stuff them in the Crisco container...and yep, I'm a guy lol

    • @sandysteinbrook
      @sandysteinbrook  9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Lol! You have a great sense of humor too.

  • @kendramckenna7312
    @kendramckenna7312 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I just buy wicks from hobby lobby or a candle making supply shop and push it into the can of shorting.

    • @sandysteinbrook
      @sandysteinbrook  10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I have heard others say they have done the same thing and it worked for them too. For safety, I like to have it in a jar so I am not burning a candle in plastic in case the plastic gets hot.

  • @Michael-ie7fo
    @Michael-ie7fo 8 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Looks difficult to relight the candle if it goes out halfway down the jar. ?

  • @zay5456
    @zay5456 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I love it ....thank you ❤❤❤
    Cant wait to do it ...oh n can you add lemon n or orange slices into the jars or cinnamon sticks ?!....or scented wax cubes for aroma?!

    • @sandysteinbrook
      @sandysteinbrook  ปีที่แล้ว

      I would assume that you can. I have never done it since I really just made the candle to have for emergency use, but others have said that they have done it and it worked!

  • @unclest1nky
    @unclest1nky 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    What about dropping in one of those large flat Wicks from an oil lamp? I think it would burn a lot longer because there is more cotton material.

    • @sandysteinbrook
      @sandysteinbrook  9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      That may work. If you try it let me know in the comments. Lots of people read the comments and learn from them.

    • @unclest1nky
      @unclest1nky 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @sandysteinbrook
      I will try it. It may take a while for me to get the supplies. But I will comment after I test it..

  • @teedtad2534
    @teedtad2534 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Safety always ! 🎉🎉🎉🎉

    • @sandysteinbrook
      @sandysteinbrook  7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Agree!! So many people have asked why not put the candle in the crisco, but I would not burn a candle in a plastic container.

  • @lindawaxman570
    @lindawaxman570 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Please help. No matter what I do, and watched your video twice. My taper candles and thick short emergency taper candles, keep going out. The melted crisco oil drowns out the flame. I've removed oil but it keeps catching up as it burns.

    • @sandysteinbrook
      @sandysteinbrook  8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Hmmm... Did you make a "well" around the candle just to get the wax away? Is the candle wick long enough and above were the oil is? Are they some kind of quick burn candle? I actually don't know if that is a thing... I just can't think of why your candle is going out.

    • @lindawaxman570
      @lindawaxman570 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      ​@@sandysteinbrookI made a well around five emergency candles only one works. I use different tapered candles. I did all you showed. Same kind of jars. The wicks were long and burned down then when it hit the oil it smothered and the wicked became very short. Any ideas?

  • @Dadofbatman1062
    @Dadofbatman1062 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Can I use lard or the combo vegetable and animal fat?

    • @sandysteinbrook
      @sandysteinbrook  11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Im not sure since I have never tried it, but you could try and see if it works too.

  • @dancurtis461
    @dancurtis461 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    How important is the wax? Will dripless candles work, or is the wax ring really important?

    • @sandysteinbrook
      @sandysteinbrook  9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I would think that a dripless candle would still work. It still produces heat to melt the vegetable shortening.

  • @DkraKom
    @DkraKom ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Ayo! Is this for real? I somehow landed on this video but I'm a little skeptical 🧐🤨🧐 10/10 if real 🤯🤯🤯

  • @karladial62
    @karladial62 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I assume you could make these all scented candles with a bit of essential oil in the mix?

    • @sandysteinbrook
      @sandysteinbrook  8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I am sure that would work!

  • @chocalatekid8024
    @chocalatekid8024 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    So original...you just make it super special! Did you burn it for 24 days?

    • @sandysteinbrook
      @sandysteinbrook  5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Hello! When I say 24 days that is burning it 8 hours a day. I never burn a candle while sleeping and there is no need in the daylight hours. But yes, if you burn it everyday it will last 24 days. I have made up several of these candles now to keep in case of emergency.

  • @SugarMonkei
    @SugarMonkei 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    What is the reason for melting and re-solidifying ? Does it become more stable /hardened like the candle itself helping it to burn slow? Our power is shut off and I just seen this trick, I can't believe I never seen this before or anyone talking about it. Living in Florida I've been thru many hurricanes, and lots of power outs lol I'm def going to make several to prepare for upcoming storms but also my current situation. Do you need to melt it in order for it to work the same? I can't use a microwave or a fridge 😔

    • @sandysteinbrook
      @sandysteinbrook  6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Hi! Melting it just helps it to fit in to the jar better. If I just took a spoon and pushed it into the jar it would have a lot of gaps and not be solid. I dont know that it would affect the way the candle burns at all though.
      And the reason I would not just put a candle in the can of Crisco, as some people have asked in the comments, is safety first. I do not want to burn a candle in a plastic can. A glass jar and the candle which down inside the jar is what is safe...not a candle sticking out of a plastic can of crisco

    • @SugarMonkei
      @SugarMonkei 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@sandysteinbrook haha yeah no I would def do it all the same just minus the melt.. tho a hot sunny day might help hehe thank you! Ill try to do the whole process then, nothing better than a forever candle! Namaste 🙏

  • @mulecreek2000
    @mulecreek2000 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    How would you store these if you were making up a few for the future? Just in case...

    • @bridget3694
      @bridget3694 ปีที่แล้ว

      Make it so the candle part isn't above the rim of the jar and place the lid and rim that came with the jar back on.

  • @markadams3047
    @markadams3047 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Bless your heart great idea for power outages.

    • @sandysteinbrook
      @sandysteinbrook  9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Yes! It's perfect for emergencies, which is what I am made it for. Now several long burning candles sit in my cabinet & if we ever need them, we have them.

  • @ShepherdschapelYTexplainsbible
    @ShepherdschapelYTexplainsbible ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Theseasonorg explains the whole bible God bless

  • @annmarie3520
    @annmarie3520 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    I was wondering if you could put a few drops of essential oils when heating the shortening for a nice fragrance in the candle???

    • @sandysteinbrook
      @sandysteinbrook  11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I bet you could. It definitely wouldn't hurt to try.

  • @paulmurgatroyd6372
    @paulmurgatroyd6372 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    It's as easy to melt the shortening in a pan on the stove, it will melt easily on the lowest heat, so not dangerous.

    • @sandysteinbrook
      @sandysteinbrook  9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      That would work too. Thanks for sharing your way.

  • @43ANGELAB
    @43ANGELAB 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    This was a great video I always see candles on sale at the doller store now I can use them
    and who wants to waste money

    • @sandysteinbrook
      @sandysteinbrook  10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I am right with you...I sure don't want to waste money! Mostly with the way inflation is on everything. Mostly groceries...good gracious!

  • @ferstday
    @ferstday 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Thank you for sharing this information and your know-how with us.

    • @sandysteinbrook
      @sandysteinbrook  9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      You are welcome. I am glad it was helpful.

  • @LoveMyCoffee10
    @LoveMyCoffee10 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Great idea! Thank you!😊

  • @dougsather2939
    @dougsather2939 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Good tip, Thank You 🙏

    • @sandysteinbrook
      @sandysteinbrook  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      About a week after I made this video, we had a huge ice storm come through our area. SO glad I had some long term candles just in case. None of us every know when an emergency may arise. Thanks for watching!

  • @vidge123
    @vidge123 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    your wick must need trimming frequently?

    • @sandysteinbrook
      @sandysteinbrook  8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      No, I didn't have to trim the wick at all. The wick burnt down as the candle burnt.

  • @donnaeastridge5579
    @donnaeastridge5579 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Just get kerosene lamps or bigger candles. I'm not wasting good lard for cooking. Get the supplies early.

    • @sandysteinbrook
      @sandysteinbrook  7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Kerosene lamps are great too! I never use crisco for cooking, but it definitely works well for candles.

  • @patches1483
    @patches1483 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Would it be safer to put it in a metal can?

    • @sandysteinbrook
      @sandysteinbrook  2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Glass or metal would work either way. Either one would be safe.

  • @stevethetford4088
    @stevethetford4088 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Just shove the candle down in the can of shortening? Wouldn't that work?

    • @sandysteinbrook
      @sandysteinbrook  8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I would never burn a candle in a plastic can. There are too many fires because of candles. That is why I made it safer by putting it in a glass jar and also cutting down the candle to fit into the jar.

  • @paulmartin6152
    @paulmartin6152 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    How do you keep the Crisco from getting rancid

    • @sherryhartman9160
      @sherryhartman9160 15 วันที่ผ่านมา

      I have Crisco that is out of date. Instead of throwing it away I will be making these candles. What does it matter if it is rancid. I am not eating it. I will be using essential oils for smell.

  • @stephenhogg6154
    @stephenhogg6154 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Could you simply stand a candle up in a container of vegetable oil, the same way a Crisco candle is made?

    • @sandysteinbrook
      @sandysteinbrook  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      So, while I am sure you can.... Crisco comes in a plastic container. With the heat from the candles, I don't want to take the chance of burning candles in a plastic container. I feel much safer in my home putting it in a sturdy glass container. That is why I do it this way.

  • @respecthewoman
    @respecthewoman 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thank you for taking the time to share. Be well.

  • @UKS12345
    @UKS12345 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Yes, sorry for making my comment! You’re a nice lady and I think I’ll try that

    • @sandysteinbrook
      @sandysteinbrook  10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      No need to apologize! , and thank you very much for your kind comment.

  • @annettegallo6940
    @annettegallo6940 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Love it. Much appreciated! 💗

  • @helenatroy33
    @helenatroy33 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Can you put a fragrance oil in it?

    • @sandysteinbrook
      @sandysteinbrook  3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I am sure that you can. I have not tired it to see if it works since I made these just to use in case of emergency.

  • @stevechamberlain2158
    @stevechamberlain2158 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    What to do with the black soot that starts after it’s lit. I use it in my small greenhouse and it fills up with smoke/soot.

    • @sandysteinbrook
      @sandysteinbrook  9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I'm not sure. Did you use crisco as well? I didn't have an issue with soot. I only burned the one candle I made to see how long it would burn. I burnt it in my house. Now I only have them for an emergency if the lights go out. Maybe someone else can answer this question for you.

    • @tgc5201
      @tgc5201 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Keep the wick trimmed to about 1/4 inch.

  • @TheNewTestament27
    @TheNewTestament27 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Can you add essential oil ?

    • @sandysteinbrook
      @sandysteinbrook  2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      I have read where essential oil can be added as well as shavings of crayon to melt with the oil to give color to the candle.
      If you use essential oils, put them in while the vegetable shortening is cooling. I read a Gardners post about making these outside candles and adding eucalyptus and lavender to keep the bugs away in the summer.

    • @TheNewTestament27
      @TheNewTestament27 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@sandysteinbrook ty🌸

  • @buddylopez5391
    @buddylopez5391 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I tried this the candle burned 1/3 of the way down the first 24 hours did I do something wrong cause I don't think its gonna make it 24 days

    • @sandysteinbrook
      @sandysteinbrook  7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Hello! 24 days is based on burning it 8 hours a day. I don’t burn a candle while sleeping or during daylight when we have a source of light.

  • @CrystalLynnMcKee
    @CrystalLynnMcKee 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Could I use plain shortening instead of the All-Vegetable version?

    • @sandysteinbrook
      @sandysteinbrook  8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I think it is all the same.

  • @daveofyorkshire301
    @daveofyorkshire301 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Shortening is just animal fat, animal fat has been used for candles by the poor into antiquity... Before you say it's not animal fat live flame palm oil or other vegetable oils are just as common and well know.
    _Tallow (animal fat) was traditionally used by the poorer in society. Due to being made of fat these candles have a very greasy feel to them. When burning they smell strongly of animal fat. Also tallow will run slightly down the side of the candle (gutter) as it is being burnt_
    _However, there were several problems with tallow. First, the animal fat gave off a terrible odor when it burned, and it filled the house with smoke. Also, tallow melted quickly. In order to keep tallow candles burning, the wicks needed to be trimmed constantly_
    All you're doing is putting wax candle inside a Tallow candle, the wick is all that's need to ignore the wax... In effect all you're doing is increasing the diameter of the candle providing more fuel to burn longer, slowing it's wick usage.

    • @sandysteinbrook
      @sandysteinbrook  9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Yes. What you said in your last paragraph is exactly right!

  • @turdferguson5300
    @turdferguson5300 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I have three of these candles in a camp heater. The well ventilated area where they sit will reach 90 degrees with three candles burning. In a couple of hours the Crisco turns to liquid, the wick falls over and extinguishes. In three hours ya wake up cold, any suggestions ? When they are working they are very good but it doesn't last long. I would test those candles for hours because I think the flame will burn a hole in the Crisco and the heat will melt the sides causing the wick to go under and go out. I downsized my jar to eliminate this problem but it didn't solve my wick problem. Alcohol candles doesn't work in this situation either.

    • @sandysteinbrook
      @sandysteinbrook  9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Hmmm...I didn't have that same experience. Granted, I only burned the candle I made to see how long it would burn. For me as the candle burned only the crisco around the candle melted. Do you think that it was so warm in your space that it was melting all the crisco in the jar instead of it melting down at a slower pace as the candle burned? Although I understand wanting to get the heat aspect as well.

    • @turdferguson5300
      @turdferguson5300 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@sandysteinbrook I've ordered wooden wicks to see if this will solve the problem. It should work but I haven't gotten to try them yet. I'm also testing olive oil candles with a carbon felt wick. This has turned into a quest for me! lol

  • @sharonjohnson8908
    @sharonjohnson8908 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Is this vegetable lard in the UK?

    • @margaretcurrie4093
      @margaretcurrie4093 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thinking the same as I too live in England 👍

    • @sandysteinbrook
      @sandysteinbrook  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Yes, it is the same.

    • @danieltrickey9285
      @danieltrickey9285 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Only that in the U.S. lard is animal fat. So, that would be a oxymoron.

  • @tamaragonzalez2227
    @tamaragonzalez2227 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Here is a suggestion melt the shortening in a pot on the stove. Pour melted oil in a measuring cup into your jar. Easier that way and not as messy. Duh!!!

    • @sandysteinbrook
      @sandysteinbrook  ปีที่แล้ว

      Good tip!

    • @dlighted8861
      @dlighted8861 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Listen duh,your way has more to clean up not less.😂

  • @healthreviewsplus
    @healthreviewsplus ปีที่แล้ว +1

    5:27 moat--thanks! Great Value brand also has Shortening that's made of beef talow (vs. soy). Will it work the same??

    • @sandysteinbrook
      @sandysteinbrook  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I am not sure. Since it is "fat". I would think it would work. Not sure what kind of smell it would give off while burning. Let me know, if you try it! Others may be interested in the same question you ask.

    • @healthreviewsplus
      @healthreviewsplus ปีที่แล้ว

      @@sandysteinbrook It's the same price but less than 3 pounds, so we know the soy type is cheaper.

  • @massoverride478
    @massoverride478 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    so for anyone thats not good at basic math it burns for 8 days not 24 but thanks for upload

    • @sandysteinbrook
      @sandysteinbrook  9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      If burning all the time, yes. But as I stated in the video, I don't burn candles at night for safety reasons, and during the day when the sun is out, I don't need candles for light. But in an emergency, this will burn for a very long time whether being a person that burns it continuously, or with more caution as I do.

  • @nancymarshall4534
    @nancymarshall4534 ปีที่แล้ว

    I had almost all the information I needed to make these, and the supplies but not all of it. Thank you. I just realized I could have made a dangerous mistake . I have the wrong candles, for one thing.

    • @maxiesky9594
      @maxiesky9594 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

      Please explain your possible dangerous mistake.

    • @Nonie_again
      @Nonie_again 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      What candles should you not use?

  • @billmundell4512
    @billmundell4512 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I really learn a lot from this video. Thank you.

  • @benfranklinification
    @benfranklinification 6 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Great and practical video. Ty .

  • @zinashepherd3261
    @zinashepherd3261 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    If you don't have electricity, how do you use the microwave. Do you make this before the electricity goes out

    • @sandysteinbrook
      @sandysteinbrook  7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Yes! Make it before hand. Then you have it ready in case of an emergency.

  • @pinkstardust99
    @pinkstardust99 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Do these have to be stored in the fridge? Or can they be put in a cabinet?

    • @sandysteinbrook
      @sandysteinbrook  10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      No, they just get stored in the cabinet. They don't melt. The crisco stays in it's solid form

    • @pinkstardust99
      @pinkstardust99 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@sandysteinbrook ok wow...I'm glad they won't go rancid left out or stored in a cabinet. Thank you for the info!! 💜 I'll making some soon!

  • @John-so4op
    @John-so4op 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Very interesting

    • @sandysteinbrook
      @sandysteinbrook  10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      I hope it is helpful to you to have some emergency candles on hand also. I just feel it is always best to remain prepared.

    • @John-so4op
      @John-so4op 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@sandysteinbrook yes ma'am I just stumbled upon your video
      and found it very interesting,
      Thank you, john

  • @jeanneriegler1416
    @jeanneriegler1416 ปีที่แล้ว

    Do crisco candles have flash fires? Or is that if you have more than 1 wick thereby making it hotter?

  • @michaelhays2158
    @michaelhays2158 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Will it heat a one man tent and does it put smoke or dangerous fumes out

    • @sandysteinbrook
      @sandysteinbrook  10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Hello! I don't know if it puts off much heat. I only made it for emergency long burning candle use to have a good light source. Now, others have said if you add a clay terracotta pot over top of the flame, and leave room for ventilation that it will put off heat. I haven't tried that though.