Survival candle

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Make your own survival candle in 6 easy steps, using common household item. A few years back Mrs Config put together an Altoids tin fire kit for me which included these really useful homemade bottle lid candles. With her help, I put together a tutorial to pass on this simple hack, all using items I found lying around my in-laws house as I’m a believer in reusing and recycling wherever possible.

Emergency preparedness candle kits Quite a while ago our ward did Emergency preparedness candle kits but I of course didn’t do them that night I was a big procrastinator and just barely got mine done. For these kits you need a wide mouthed canning jar (with lid and ring) 4 candles (like the one in the pictures) you can find these at Wilderness survival gear online for .99 cents each but they go down in price if you buy them in bulk. They are 5″ x 1.5″ candles will burn for 8 to 10 hours. I…

When the lights go out, some good old fashioned candles will light your way. Let's see which ones will last the longest.

There are still thousands of homes standing without power while enduring freezing temperatures outside. So when you're stuck without heat or running water for more than 24 hours and your candles are just about burned

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Explore the critical features of survival candles that can make a difference in an emergency. From long burn times to safe materials, find out what to stock up on for your survival kit or next camping trip. A valuable resource for anyone looking to enhance their emergency preparedness.

Stockpiling candles in preparation for a SHTF disaster can be easier and cheaper than you may think. We do not need attractive and fragrant candles during a blackout, we merely need something that will brightly and safely light our path. Emergency candles can be used not only for light, but also for heating food and […]

Tired of candles that won't last a day? Here is a quick and simple solution that is guaranteed to last for a long, long time.

You never know when the power might go out and you need a bit of light. This easy to make emergency candle uses cardboard, wax and a tuna can to create heat and…