Candle Mould

This candle mould is made of sheet metal. Moulds such as this were
commonplace items since the 15th century.

There were two popular methods for making candles: dipping them repeatedly
by hand or by using a candle mould. The mould was more efficient than dipping.
Candles were most commonly made of Tallow - animal fat. Tallow was poured
into the mould after the wicks were secured to a wire or nail laid across the top
opening of each mould. After the cooling process, the mould was quickly placed
in hot water and the candles removed and left to harden.

Candles made of beeswax mixed with tallow were more fragrant, and thus were far
superior, while candles made solely of beeswax were of course ideal, but these
were primarily reserved for use in churches and for special performances in the
theatre.

The wick of the candle was usually made from cotton.