2. Dip the candle in the white wax and hold for approximately 45 seconds . For this practice candle , you ‘ ll use only white and ceal wax . When you start using colors , the first dip will be your base color . Remove the candle , let the excess wax drip off , and then dip the candle in a bucket of cool water . Remove the candle promptly , and blow or gently wipe off any water bubbles . At the beginning stages of the dipping process , it is not too important to remove all of the buddles . After initial dip into the wax and water , continue making swift dips from white wax to water . Do this for 5 dips of white .