Place candles in a double boiler over just-simmering water (never over direct heat; wax can catch on fire if it gets too hot). As the wax melts, stir it and carefully remove the old wicks.

First, I reuse my old candles with this simple trick: 1. Boil water 2. Pour into almost-gone candle 3. Let it set until all the wax floats to the top 4.

Mak DIY spooky candle holders using thrifted jars, Mod Podge, and vintage photos. Quick, easy, and perfect for party decor or your Halloween mantle! Skills Required: Beginner. You should have ...

Suzy Farmar, who goes by @sooziethefoodie on TikTok, has shared food content online since 2015, but her 24-second butter candle video last year amassed over 2.4 million views.

A version of this article appears in print on Aug. 25, 2021, Section D, Page 3 of the New York edition with the headline: To Light: Brighten the Table With Beautiful Patterns.