How to Reuse Wax Crayons?

You can reuse wax crayons by melting them down and reforming them into new crayons. Here's a simple method:

Melting Crayons in the Oven

This is a popular method for creating new, colorful crayons.

Materials:

Instructions:

Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 250 degrees Fahrenheit (approximately 121 degrees Celsius).
Prepare Crayons: Remove all paper labels from the crayons. Breaking the crayons into smaller pieces will help them melt more evenly.
Fill Molds: Place the crayon pieces into your silicone molds. You can mix different colors together for a rainbow effect, or keep colors separate.
Bake: Put the molds in the oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the crayons are completely melted. Keep a close eye on them to prevent burning.
Cool: Carefully remove the molds from the oven and let them cool completely. This may take an hour or two. You can speed up the cooling process by placing them in the refrigerator or freezer.
Remove Crayons: Once the crayons are completely cool and hardened, gently remove them from the silicone molds.

Ventilation: Ensure you have good ventilation while melting crayons, as the fumes can be strong.
Mold Selection: Silicone molds work best because they are flexible and allow for easy removal of the crayons. Muffin tins can also be used if lined with paper liners.
Color Mixing: Experiment with different color combinations to create unique and interesting crayons.
Supervision: Adult supervision is required, especially when using the oven with children.
Safety: Be careful when handling hot molds and melted wax.

By following these steps, you can give your old wax crayons a new life and create fun, custom crayons for drawing and coloring.