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Calamvale, Brisbane · research 14 November 2026 · prices in AUD. Prices, exact variants, delivery to 4116 and local availability need confirmation at checkout.
AliExpress options · Starter cart · Price audit · 3D models · Previous cart · Requirement audit · Product comparison
The original course note links to this Amazon AU beeswax example; its current price and delivery are unverified. For each category, the interactive guide now includes an Amazon AU search link. These links lead to search results, not verified products or prices; compare selected variants and shipping before ordering.
Six AliExpress candidates were added directly to the product comparison table. Links go to the AliExpress product IDs; each row also links to the tracker used as evidence. The tracker prices are historical USD prices for the cheapest recorded variant, not live Australian checkout quotes. The dated observations range from September to 12 November 2026; stock, actual pack size, seller, GST and delivery to Calamvale have not been verified.
Indicative conversions use US$1 ≈ A$1.476 (14 November reference rate from Google Finance), excluding shipping, tax and currency fees. The 16-colour dye kit was tracked at US$10.68 (about A$15.76) and may be cheaper than the starter plan’s A$32.50 dye allowance. If it contains the required colours and you still buy one A$6.50 white pack, the theoretical basket would fall by about A$10.24 to A$266.56 before delivery; this is a scenario only, not a confirmed complete cart. White pigment quantity, candle compatibility, exact kit variant and live price need checking.
The tracked thin mat was about A$8.89 versus the starter mat’s A$10, but the finish and roller fit are unconfirmed. The peony set’s old tracked price is about A$7.91 versus the A$8.25 Makia set; shipping could erase this difference. The tracked bud-wick kit is not cheaper than the A$6.90 Baker Ross starter pack at the indicative rate. No verified lower-cost, available AliExpress olive wax or compatible roller was found.
A$276.80 merchandise estimate including the two unavailable items at their last listed prices, or A$237.55 excluding those two items until found/restocked. Prices are before delivery and filament; exact variants and local stock must be confirmed. The excluded-items subtotal is not a complete kit.
Assumes you already own a suitable outer saucepan for a water bath, a spoon, a separate kitchen knife, and an approximately 11cm rounded bowl/former. Dedicate them to craft use. It also assumes your printer and filament are available. If you do not own those tools, add their cost. Buying the rose set instead of the alstroemeria set adds $4.40.
| Provider | Item | Quantity | Unit | Subtotal | Requirement and qualification |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A & R Waxes | White beeswax 1kg | 1 | $26.95 | $26.95 | $24.50 ex GST; estimated inclusive. Pale base. |
| Provider | Item | Quantity | Unit | Subtotal | Requirement and qualification |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CandleMaking |  HIMIC 1075 microcrystalline 1kg | 1 | $23.15 | $23.15 | Candle-grade candidate; softness not confirmed. True soft-grade alternative below. |
| Provider | Item | Quantity | Unit | Subtotal | Requirement and qualification |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aussie Candle Supplies | View listing for photoOlive wax 500g | 1 | $29.25 | $29.25 | Out of stock; conditional restock, candle use stated; 500g handles small tests. |
| Provider | Item | Quantity | Unit | Subtotal | Requirement and qualification |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Makia Pastry Tools | View listing for photoAlstroemeria cutter and silicone veiner set | 1 | $8.25 | $8.25 | 2 cutters and 4 veiner pieces. Print additional petal shapes. |
| Provider | Item | Quantity | Unit | Subtotal | Requirement and qualification |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pure Candle Supplies | View listing for photo5 × candle dye, 10g starting packs | 5 | $6.50 | $32.50 | White, yellow, green, pink, black; mix shades; blue optional. Individual variant prices/stock to confirm. |
| Provider | Item | Quantity | Unit | Subtotal | Requirement and qualification |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Melbourne Arts & Crafts | View listing for photoMatte silicone mat 3 pack | 1 | $10.00 | $10.00 | Backordered; matte; fit inside roller unverified. Never force it through. |
| Provider | Item | Quantity | Unit | Subtotal | Requirement and qualification |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kitchen Warehouse |  Kitchen Pro Prima pasta machine | 1 | $49.95 | $49.95 | Adjustable sheet roller and clamp; mat compatibility unknown. |
| Kitchen Warehouse |  Loyal silicone spill mat 30×40cm | 1 | $14.00 | $14.00 | 250°C; listed pickup only; stock location unconfirmed. |
| Provider | Item | Quantity | Unit | Subtotal | Requirement and qualification |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Across The Board | View listing for photo4mm ball veining tool | 1 | $2.25 | $2.25 | 4mm ball; sale price. |
| Provider | Item | Quantity | Unit | Subtotal | Requirement and qualification |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baker Ross | View listing for photo25 × 10cm tabbed cotton wicks | 1 | $6.90 | $6.90 | Buds; test wick size in beeswax. |
| Provider | Item | Quantity | Unit | Subtotal | Requirement and qualification |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bob’s Beekeeping |  Square cotton wick 2m | 2 | $2.00 | $4.00 | Starting price per metre; stem wick, select appropriate size. |
| Provider | Item | Quantity | Unit | Subtotal | Requirement and qualification |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| eBay | View listing for photo300W embossing heat tool | 1 | $14.99 | $14.99 | Price and Australian plug/delivery to verify. |
| Provider | Item | Quantity | Unit | Subtotal | Requirement and qualification |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spotlight | View listing for photoCraft needle 2 pack | 1 | $4.00 | $4.00 | Check eye/length against wick. |
| Spotlight | View listing for photoKent small craft knife | 1 | $3.00 | $3.00 | Craft knife; check local stock. |
| Spotlight | View listing for photoAll-purpose scissors | 1 | $3.75 | $3.75 | 20cm; use existing if owned. |
| Provider | Item | Quantity | Unit | Subtotal | Requirement and qualification |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arbee Craft | View listing for photoPastel candle paint pens 4 pack | 1 | $15.00 | $15.00 | Pink, blue, mint, yellow. |
| Provider | Item | Quantity | Unit | Subtotal | Requirement and qualification |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bunnings Marketplace | View listing for photoAvanti non-stick milk pan 900ml | 1 | $28.86 | $28.86 | Non-stick pouring-pan substitute for Turk; use an appropriate water bath and verify fit. |
| Previous basket | Starter choice | Effect and qualifications |
|---|---|---|
| $319 for 20kg EcoOlive | $29.25 for 500g olive wax | $289.75 less; 500g listing is out of stock. 20kg is an olive-based pillar blend, not the same product; no claim either blend is tested at 30%. |
| $73 large imported matte mat | $10 matte 3-pack | $63 less, conditional on backorder. Neither mat has verified compatibility with the roller. Do not feed an unverified mat into the machine. |
| $79.38 manual roller | $49.95 Kitchen Pro sheet roller | $29.43 less before delivery; manual adjustable machine. |
| $52 for eight dye packs | $32.50 for five packs | Mix variations of greens and pinks, skip optional blue. 10g white dye is $6.50 and listing showed only one left; supplier describes powdered white dye. Exact other colour variant prices and stock are estimates. |
| $19.78 outer pot plus $14 inner jug | $28.86 non-stick milk pan and owned outer pot | Saving depends on already owning a suitable outer pot; the milk pan is a substitute, not a Turk. |
| All tools purchased | Reuse spoon, knife, rounded former and outer pot; print extra cutters | $0 assumed for these; check what is already available and add missing costs. |
The old A$706.31 is arithmetically correct for its assumptions, not a verified checkout: shipping from 18 sellers was excluded, A&R beeswax GST was estimated, the five-metre wick used the upper range price, all eight dye packs were assumed $6.50, and several listings needed variant/stock confirmation. The earlier $52 estimate for two white packs is especially uncertain: the white 10g page showed only one unit left when checked. Comparison results elsewhere are a research snapshot, not a current cart.
| Provider | Model | Use and cost | Practical notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3D GO / MakerWorld | View listing for photoFlower Petal Cutter Set — zanzibarbarian | Model page indexes a downloadable MakerWorld petal-cutter design; free listing, CC BY-NC-SA. | Designer suggests scaling 50–100%. Model page links to source; the actual file and print have not been tested. Print several sizes to cut petals. |
| Printables | View listing for photoLeaves Stamp Set — capocomico | Free downloadable STL set of three 40×40mm clay stamps, CC BY 4.0. | Try as a leaf texture stamp on cooled pliable wax; it is not a flexible two-sided petal veiner. |
| Printables | View listing for photoHalf Flower Cutter — thudson | Free downloadable clay cutter STL. | Alternative decorative shape; check dimensions and license on source. Not a matched two-part veiner. |
| Cults3D | View listing for photoLeaf veins texture roller | Optional paid STL; listed US$3.35, exchange rate and tax not included. | 100×20mm rigid roller; a texture option rather than a shaped silicone veiner. Not included in cart. |
Print cutters in sizes matching the lesson and test on cooled, pliable wax. PLA may soften near warm wax temperatures; PETG may be more heat-tolerant, but both require testing. Rigid prints can stick and damage delicate petals; a silicone veiner is retained in the starter cart. Never use a printed plastic tool as a candle holder or in contact with a flame. Check model licences for intended use.
Historical larger-cart scenario; the starter plan above supersedes it. Estimated merchandise total: A$706.31, excluding delivery and checkout changes. This is a planning basket, not an order. Because it uses many providers, separate delivery fees could be material. The white beeswax price includes estimated GST; the wick and dyes include price assumptions.
| Provider | Product | Qty | Unit | Subtotal | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A & R Waxes | White refined beeswax 1kg | 1 | $26.95 | $26.95 | $24.50 ex GST × 1.1, estimate; check tax. |
| Provider | Product | Qty | Unit | Subtotal | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CandleMaking | HIMIC 1075 microcrystalline 1kg | 1 | $23.15 | $23.15 | Candidate grade, not confirmed soft equivalent. |
| Provider | Product | Qty | Unit | Subtotal | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eroma |  EcoOlive pillar blend 20kg | 1 | $319.00 | $319.00 | 20kg only; 5kg was out of stock; no claim of exact match. |
| Provider | Product | Qty | Unit | Subtotal | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Makia Pastry Tools | View listing for photoTear-shaped rose cutter and veiner set | 1 | $12.65 | $12.65 | Set of 4 cutters and 4 veiners. |
| Provider | Product | Qty | Unit | Subtotal | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pure Candle Supplies | View listing for photoCandle dye chips, selected colours | 8 | $6.50 | $52.00 | Estimate: 2 white, yellow, 2 greens, 2 pinks, blue. Colours/pack prices to verify. |
| Provider | Product | Qty | Unit | Subtotal | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Desertcart | View listing for photoLET’S RESIN large matte silicone mat | 1 | $73.00 | $73.00 | Candidate; roller fit and final delivery charge unverified. |
| Provider | Product | Qty | Unit | Subtotal | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chef’s Hat | View listing for photoMondo spill mat 40×30cm | 1 | $15.50 | $15.50 | Heat resistant to 260°C; fibreglass reinforced. |
| Provider | Product | Qty | Unit | Subtotal | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BIG W Marketplace | View listing for photoDGM manual pasta machine | 1 | $79.38 | $79.38 | Eight settings; mat/roller compatibility unverified. |
| Provider | Product | Qty | Unit | Subtotal | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Across The Board | View listing for photo4mm ball veining tool | 1 | $2.25 | $2.25 | Category page; locate 4mm ball tool. |
| Provider | Product | Qty | Unit | Subtotal | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baker Ross | View listing for photo10cm tabbed wick pack of 25 | 1 | $6.90 | $6.90 | 10cm; test correct wick size for beeswax. |
| Provider | Product | Qty | Unit | Subtotal | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Enviromart | View listing for photoSquare cotton wick 5m | 1 | $10.50 | $10.50 | Upper end of listed size range; choose correct variant. |
| Provider | Product | Qty | Unit | Subtotal | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| eBay | View listing for photo300W craft heat tool | 1 | $14.99 | $14.99 | Check Australian plug and shipping. |
| Provider | Product | Qty | Unit | Subtotal | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spotlight | View listing for photoCraft needle 2 pack | 1 | $4.00 | $4.00 | Confirm needle dimensions. |
| Spotlight | View listing for photoKent small cutter knife | 1 | $3.00 | $3.00 | Find exact item and check local stock. |
| Spotlight | View listing for photoAll-purpose scissors 20cm | 1 | $3.75 | $3.75 | Dedicated craft scissors. |
| Provider | Product | Qty | Unit | Subtotal | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arbee Craft | View listing for photoCandle paint pens, pastel 4 pack | 1 | $15.00 | $15.00 | Pink, light blue, mint and yellow. |
| Provider | Product | Qty | Unit | Subtotal | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Glassware Imports |  Aluminium pouring pot 1.2L | 1 | $14.00 | $14.00 | Inner jug; not non-stick. |
| Provider | Product | Qty | Unit | Subtotal | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Candle Supply | View listing for photoDouble-boiler outer pot 6L | 1 | $19.78 | $19.78 | Outer pot only; omit if suitable pot already owned. |
| Provider | Product | Qty | Unit | Subtotal | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IKEA | View listing for photoFABLER three-piece cutlery set | 1 | $5.50 | $5.50 | Spoon and serrated knife; counted once. |
| Provider | Product | Qty | Unit | Subtotal | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Glassfusing | View listing for photo11cm stainless steel bowl | 1 | $5.01 | $5.01 | Candidate former; actual intended shape unclear. |
If Eroma’s 5kg pack returns at its observed $89 price, replacing the 20kg pack gives A$476.31 before delivery; this is a restock scenario only. Reusing a suitable outer pot saves $19.78. No shipping cost is included.
“Original requirement” below is a concise reproduction of each instruction in the source note. Option counts include package-size variants and candidates whose suitability is qualified; they do not imply independently verified stock.
| Item | Original requirement | Options in report | Audit result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beeswax | Beeswax; softness can be adjusted. Examples include pure white and sticky wax. | 4 | Four priced candidates; white beeswax selected. Purity and exact delivered price need checkout confirmation. |
| Softening additive | Soft microcrystalline wax to improve plasticity; suggested 10–20%, depending on beeswax. | 4 | Four priced candidates; the pictured Etsy product resembles the lesson image, but availability to Australia, variant price and equivalence are unconfirmed. HIMIC is candle-grade but not proven the same soft grade. |
| Olive wax for stems | Olive wax mixed into beeswax at 30% for firmer stems. | 3 | Three options are package variants of two products, not three independent products. 100g/500g and 5kg sold out when researched; 20kg olive blend listed in stock. Its behaviour at 30% is untested. |
| Cutters and veiners | Flower petal cutters and vein moulds; similar shapes acceptable. Can the cutters be 3D printed? | 6 | Four Australian sets and two AliExpress candidates. Downloadable cutter models are linked below; their performance in wax has not been tested. |
| Candle dyes | Liquid or dry dyes specifically for candles: yellow, two greens including olive and dark, two pinks, plenty of white; blue optional. | 6 | Four Australian ranges plus two AliExpress candidates; exact colours, variants, availability and compatibility with pure beeswax require confirmation. |
| Roller mat, matte | Matte silicone mat required for rolling wax in the machine. | 4 | Two priced candidates explicitly describe a matte surface; one is backordered. The AliExpress mat has no verified matte finish or roller fit; another listing had no price. |
| Spill mat | Separate heat-resistant silicone mat to catch wax spills. | 4 | Four priced heat-resistant candidates. Fibreglass mat is suitable as a spill surface, not assumed suitable inside rollers. |
| Pasta roller | Simple manual pasta machine for rolling wax sheets. | 3 | Three manual machines found; fit with matte sheet unconfirmed. |
| Ball modelling tools | Clay-working tools, mainly ball tips; may be included with cutters. | 3 | Three priced candidates; check each set for ball tips and size. 4mm ball is explicit. |
| Wicks for buds | Wicks for buds, 9–10 cm; reference image shows short pre-tabbed wicks. | 5 | Five priced options including an AliExpress candidate and two quantities of the same item; sizing and burn behaviour untested. 10cm refers to length, not burn diameter. |
| Wicks for stems | Wicks for flowers on stems; reference image shows a roll of cotton wick. | 4 | Four priced options for cut-to-length cotton braid; choose size by burn testing. |
| Heat tool | Shrink hair dryer: compact heat tool for shaping or finishing. | 3 | Three priced options; one sold out and one is a much more powerful DIY heat gun. Verify plug and delivery. |
| Large needle | Large needle; exact length and eye size not specified. | 3 | Three options; confirm length and eye accommodate the wick. |
| Craft knife | Stationery knife. | 4 | Four priced knives; check stock near Calamvale. |
| Candle paint | Paints specifically for candles. | 3 | Three options, including two variants from one brand. Confirm paint and intended burning instructions. |
| Sharp scissors | Scissors with sharp edges. | 4 | Four priced choices; inspect edge and local stock. |
| Spoon | A spoon. | 4 | Four priced choices. IKEA set covers both spoon and knife in the basket. |
| Kitchen knife | A knife, separate from the stationery knife. | 4 | Four priced choices. Basket uses a small serrated table knife, an interpreted match. |
| Melting pot | A Turk with non-stick coating. | 4 | Four priced alternatives, but three are metal inner jugs and one an outer pot; no non-stick Turk confirmed. This requirement is not fully matched. |
| Round former | Small maracas or some kind of round shape, approximately 11 cm. | 5 | Five priced possibilities, including an 11cm bowl, 12cm bowls and a 7cm dome. Bowls are an inference; the original tool and purpose are unclear. |
Workflow audit: Australian retailers and Australian-facing marketplaces were researched, although Amazon AU, AliExpress and Temu were preferences and most results came from other Australian suppliers. Each item has an unchecked shopping card on the Obsidian board, and the board contains the report-collection task. Prices were researched as observations rather than live postcode quotes. The previous statement that all requirements were complete overstated the evidence; the gaps above remain.
Each row repeats the original requirement alongside the candidate. “From” prices, separate variants, availability and suitability are as stated; check the retailer before ordering.
| Provider | Item | Original requirement | Option | Price | Important details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adelaide Moulding | Beeswax | Beeswax; softness can be adjusted. Examples include pure white and sticky wax. |  Adelaide Moulding pellets | $22.40 | 1 kg; in-store price; online variant may differ. Colour unconfirmed. |
| A & R Waxes | Beeswax | Beeswax; softness can be adjusted. Examples include pure white and sticky wax. | A & R white refined | $26.95 | 1 kg; $24.50 ex GST, estimated $26.95 incl GST; check checkout. |
| Candle Supplies Brisbane | Beeswax | Beeswax; softness can be adjusted. Examples include pure white and sticky wax. | View listing for photoCandle Supplies Brisbane natural | $27.00 | 500 g; local supplier. |
| Hampson Honey | Beeswax | Beeswax; softness can be adjusted. Examples include pure white and sticky wax. | View listing for photoHampson Australian block | $40.00 | 1 kg golden block; affects pastel colours. |
| CandleMaking | Softening additive | Soft microcrystalline wax to improve plasticity; suggested 10–20%, depending on beeswax. | HIMIC 1075 white microcrystalline | $23.15 | 1 kg, candle grade; 76–82°C melt range; confirm softness versus course wax before purchase. |
| Barnes | Softening additive | Soft microcrystalline wax to improve plasticity; suggested 10–20%, depending on beeswax. |  Barnes brown microcrystalline | $24.20 | 1 kg; Gold Coast; brown colour, candle suitability and softness unconfirmed. |
| Art Supplies Castlemaine | Softening additive | Soft microcrystalline wax to improve plasticity; suggested 10–20%, depending on beeswax. | View listing for photoArt Supplies Castlemaine microcrystalline | $30.80 | 1 kg; check grade and candle suitability. |
| Etsy | Softening additive | Soft microcrystalline wax to improve plasticity; suggested 10–20%, depending on beeswax. |  Soft candle micro wax 500g/1kg, Etsy | $60.64+ | Listing photos closely match lesson; variant and delivery to 4116 must be confirmed; imported. |
| Aussie Candle Supplies | Olive wax for stems | Olive wax mixed into beeswax at 30% for firmer stems. | View listing for photoAussie Candle Supplies olive wax | $29.25 | 500 g; out of stock; hydrogenated olive oil, 41–53°C melt. |
| Eroma | Olive wax for stems | Olive wax mixed into beeswax at 30% for firmer stems. | Eroma EcoOlive pillar blend | $89.00 | 5 kg; out of stock; olive-based blend, not pure olive wax. |
| Eroma | Olive wax for stems | Olive wax mixed into beeswax at 30% for firmer stems. | Eroma EcoOlive pillar blend | $319.00 | 20 kg; olive-based blend; large quantity. |
| Makia Pastry Tools | Cutters and veiners | Flower petal cutters and vein moulds; similar shapes acceptable. Can the cutters be 3D printed? | View listing for photoMakia tear-shaped rose | $12.65 | 4 steel cutters and 4 silicone veiners; listed in stock. |
| AliExpress | Cutters and veiners | Flower petal cutters and vein moulds; similar shapes acceptable. Can the cutters be 3D printed? | View listing for photoLily silicone petal veiner | US$4.66 ≈ A$6.89 | Pricearchive 12 Sep 2026; veiner only, use printable cutter. Check size, variant and delivery. Tracker evidence. |
| AliExpress | Cutters and veiners | Flower petal cutters and vein moulds; similar shapes acceptable. Can the cutters be 3D printed? | View listing for photoPeony silicone veiner and steel cutter | US$5.36 ≈ A$7.91 | Pricearchive 8 Sep 2026; cheapest variant may not include all 5/7 pieces. Confirm selected set and 4116 delivery. Tracker evidence. |
| Makia Pastry Tools | Cutters and veiners | Flower petal cutters and vein moulds; similar shapes acceptable. Can the cutters be 3D printed? | View listing for photoMakia alstroemeria | $8.25 | 2 cutters and 4 veiner pieces. |
| Makia Pastry Tools | Cutters and veiners | Flower petal cutters and vein moulds; similar shapes acceptable. Can the cutters be 3D printed? | View listing for photoMakia big rose | $13.75 | 3 steel cutters, 2 silicone veiners. |
| SugarTime | Cutters and veiners | Flower petal cutters and vein moulds; similar shapes acceptable. Can the cutters be 3D printed? |  SugarTime hibiscus | $24.70 | Steel cutter and two-part silicone veiner; approx 52–60 mm. |
| Pure Candle Supplies | Candle dyes | Liquid or dry dyes specifically for candles: yellow, two greens including olive and dark, two pinks, plenty of white; blue optional. | View listing for photoPure Candle Supplies chips | $6.50 | From $6.50 per colour, including white, pink, dark green and yellow; confirm pack size and beeswax compatibility. |
| AliExpress | Candle dyes | Liquid or dry dyes specifically for candles: yellow, two greens including olive and dark, two pinks, plenty of white; blue optional. | View listing for photoCandle dye 16 colours, 5g each | US$11.14 ≈ A$16.44 | Pricearchive 3 Sep 2026; old quote and selected variant unverified. Seller title mentions beeswax. Confirm full set, white and Australian shipping. Tracker evidence. |
| AliExpress | Candle dyes | Liquid or dry dyes specifically for candles: yellow, two greens including olive and dark, two pinks, plenty of white; blue optional. | View listing for photo16-colour candle dye chips, 5g each | US$10.68 ≈ A$15.76 | Pricearchive 12 Nov 2026; seller listing claims 16 × 5g; tracker can reflect cheapest variant. Verify actual set, white/green/pink shades and beeswax compatibility, GST and 4116 shipping. Tracker evidence. |
| CandleMaking | Candle dyes | Liquid or dry dyes specifically for candles: yellow, two greens including olive and dark, two pinks, plenty of white; blue optional. | View listing for photoCandleMaking colour chips | $3.99 | From price; candle-specific; multiple colours. |
| Best Candle Supplies | Candle dyes | Liquid or dry dyes specifically for candles: yellow, two greens including olive and dark, two pinks, plenty of white; blue optional. | View listing for photoBest Candle Supplies chips | $5.95 | From price; olive green and other shades. |
| Artisan Candle Supplies | Candle dyes | Liquid or dry dyes specifically for candles: yellow, two greens including olive and dark, two pinks, plenty of white; blue optional. | View listing for photoArtisan liquid dyes | $9.00 | 10 g per colour; candle-specific; colour affects wick testing. |
| Melbourne Arts & Crafts | Roller mat, matte | Matte silicone mat required for rolling wax in the machine. | View listing for photoLET’S RESIN 3-pack matte | $10 | 30×40cm; matte side; backordered; roller fit unverified. |
| AliExpress | Roller mat, matte | Matte silicone mat required for rolling wax in the machine. | View listing for photoThin silicone craft mat | US$6.02 ≈ A$8.89 | Pricearchive 2 Nov 2026; cheapest variant may differ. Matte finish, thickness and roller fit unverified; delivery to 4116 unknown. Tracker evidence. |
| Desertcart | Roller mat, matte | Matte silicone mat required for rolling wax in the machine. | View listing for photoLET’S RESIN large matte | $73 | 36×24in; matte side; listing gives 0.03in thick; cut only if manufacturer permits; fit unverified. |
| Craft Giraffe | Roller mat, matte | Matte silicone mat required for rolling wax in the machine. | View listing for photoWaffle Flower matte mat | Price unavailable | Matte silicone but raised palette makes it a work-surface candidate; roller fit not established. |
| Chef’s Hat | Spill mat | Separate heat-resistant silicone mat to catch wax spills. | View listing for photoMondo at Chef’s Hat | $15.50 | 40×30cm; silicone/fibreglass; up to 260°C. |
| Bunnings Marketplace | Spill mat | Separate heat-resistant silicone mat to catch wax spills. | View listing for photoGrand Fusion 2 pack | $25.46 | 30×40cm, snap-up corners, 230°C; online marketplace. |
| Victoria’s Basement | Spill mat | Separate heat-resistant silicone mat to catch wax spills. | View listing for photoNoStik baking mat | $19.95 | 40×30cm, 260°C; non-stick. |
| Melbourne Office Supplies | Spill mat | Separate heat-resistant silicone mat to catch wax spills. | View listing for photoMelbourne Office Supplies | $24.94 | 30×40cm craft mat; 220°C. |
| BIG W Marketplace | Pasta roller | Simple manual pasta machine for rolling wax sheets. | View listing for photoDGM at BIG W | $79.38 | Manual sheet roller, 8 thickness settings; marketplace delivery. |
| BIG W Marketplace | Pasta roller | Simple manual pasta machine for rolling wax sheets. |  VIKUS at BIG W | $81.95 | 8 settings; availability requires confirmation. |
| BIG W Marketplace | Pasta roller | Simple manual pasta machine for rolling wax sheets. | View listing for photoBIG W manual steel roller | $144.00 | 8 settings and clamp; listing price may change. |
| Across The Board | Ball modelling tools | Clay-working tools, mainly ball tips; may be included with cutters. | View listing for photoAcross The Board veining ball | $2.25 | 4 mm ball; sale price. |
| Spotlight | Ball modelling tools | Clay-working tools, mainly ball tips; may be included with cutters. | View listing for photoSpotlight Crafters Choice set | $10.00 | 8-piece clay set; check ball tips in store. |
| Spotlight | Ball modelling tools | Clay-working tools, mainly ball tips; may be included with cutters. | View listing for photoSpotlight Sprinks set | $13.00 | 9-piece set; check ball sizes. |
| Baker Ross | Wicks for buds | Wicks for buds, 9–10 cm; reference image shows short pre-tabbed wicks. | View listing for photoBaker Ross 25 waxed wicks | $6.90 | 10cm, waxed cotton, metal tabs; seller lists beeswax use; wick diameter unprovided. |
| AliExpress | Wicks for buds | Wicks for buds, 9–10 cm; reference image shows short pre-tabbed wicks. | View listing for photo10cm/20cm pre-tabbed wick kit | US$5.26 ≈ A$7.76 | Pricearchive 9 Sep 2026; cheapest variant not necessarily 10cm. Actual quantity, wick diameter and beeswax use unverified. Tracker evidence. |
| Baker Ross | Wicks for buds | Wicks for buds, 9–10 cm; reference image shows short pre-tabbed wicks. | View listing for photoBaker Ross 100 waxed wicks | $25.55 | 10cm, waxed cotton, metal tabs. |
| buckleyandphillips.com.au | Wicks for buds | Wicks for buds, 9–10 cm; reference image shows short pre-tabbed wicks. | View listing for photoEco 12 10 pack | $3.00 | 10cm tabbed, for soy 75–85mm jars; test in beeswax flowers. |
| eBay | Wicks for buds | Wicks for buds, 9–10 cm; reference image shows short pre-tabbed wicks. | View listing for photo10cm eBay pack | $12.99 | 100pcs; imported; wick grade and shipping to 4116 unconfirmed. |
| Bob’s Beekeeping | Wicks for stems | Wicks for flowers on stems; reference image shows a roll of cotton wick. | Bob’s square cotton | $2.00/m | Lead-free square braid for beeswax; choose size to suit burn diameter. |
| Enviromart | Wicks for stems | Wicks for flowers on stems; reference image shows a roll of cotton wick. | View listing for photoEnviromart square cotton | $7.15–10.50 | 5m; several sizes; test diameter and blend. |
| Bee Whisperer | Wicks for stems | Wicks for flowers on stems; reference image shows a roll of cotton wick. | View listing for photoBee Whisperer 25M | $0.50/m | Cotton braid for 3–4cm beeswax; pre-wax. |
| Wickii | Wicks for stems | Wicks for flowers on stems; reference image shows a roll of cotton wick. | View listing for photoWickii 20M braid | $0.62/m | Starting price; pillar wick; choose appropriate size. |
| eBay | Heat tool | Shrink hair dryer: compact heat tool for shaping or finishing. | View listing for photoeBay embossing heat gun | $14.99 | 300 W, two speeds; verify AU plug and delivered price. |
| JKCrafts | Heat tool | Shrink hair dryer: compact heat tool for shaping or finishing. |  JKCrafts mini heat tool | $24.29 | 300 W, 240 V, two speed; listed sold out. |
| Bunnings Marketplace | Heat tool | Shrink hair dryer: compact heat tool for shaping or finishing. | View listing for photoBunnings Ozito heat gun | $49.95 | Variable 50–600°C; more powerful than craft tool; check local store stock. |
| Spotlight | Large needle | Large needle; exact length and eye size not specified. | View listing for photoSpotlight craft needle | $4.00 | 2 pack; confirm length and eye fit wick. |
| Spotlight | Large needle | Large needle; exact length and eye size not specified. | View listing for photoSpotlight DMC tapestry #16 | $4.25 | Large eye; check length against flower. |
| Spotlight | Large needle | Large needle; exact length and eye size not specified. | View listing for photoSpotlight Dritz craft needles | $7.00 | 25 pack; assorted sizes. |
| Spotlight | Craft knife | Stationery knife. | View listing for photoKent small cutter | $3 | Small stationery cutter. |
| Spotlight | Craft knife | Stationery knife. | View listing for photoKent heavy-duty cutter | $4 | Larger utility cutter. |
| Spotlight | Craft knife | Stationery knife. | View listing for photoKent precision craft knife | $13 | Includes two spare blades; store or pickup. |
| Spotlight | Craft knife | Stationery knife. | View listing for photoCouture Creations precision knife | $12 | Precision knife with blades. |
| Arbee Craft | Candle paint | Paints specifically for candles. | View listing for photoArbee pastel pens | $15.00 | Four 30 ml candle paint pens: pink, blue, mint, yellow. |
| 2wards Polymer Clay | Candle paint | Paints specifically for candles. | View listing for photoViva Decor wax pen | $8.99 | 28 ml lime green; brushable candle wax paint. |
| Arbee Craft | Candle paint | Paints specifically for candles. | View listing for photoArbee neutral or bright pens | $15.00 | Four-pen sets; check colours. |
| Spotlight | Sharp scissors | Scissors with sharp edges. | View listing for photoSemco everyday | $3 | General utility scissors. |
| Spotlight | Sharp scissors | Scissors with sharp edges. | View listing for photoAll Purpose 20 cm | $3.75 | Stainless steel blades. |
| Spotlight | Sharp scissors | Scissors with sharp edges. | View listing for photoStaedtler Noris hobby | $4.75 | Hobby scissors. |
| Spotlight | Sharp scissors | Scissors with sharp edges. | View listing for photoViva embroidery | $8.50 | Small scissors for detailed cuts. |
| kmart.com.au | Spoon | A spoon. |  Kmart silicone spoon | $5 | Heat-resistant silicone; wax-only use. |
| kmart.com.au | Spoon | A spoon. |  Kmart Mayfair teaspoons | $5 | Six stainless teaspoons. |
| IKEA | Spoon | A spoon. | View listing for photoIKEA FÖRNUFT spoon | $3.50 | Four stainless spoons; store stock check. |
| IKEA | Spoon | A spoon. | View listing for photoIKEA FABLER set | $5.50 | Spoon, knife and fork; one purchase also covers knife. |
| IKEA | Kitchen knife | A knife, separate from the stationery knife. | View listing for photoIKEA FABLER set | $5.50 | Includes small serrated knife and spoon. |
| IKEA | Kitchen knife | A knife, separate from the stationery knife. | View listing for photoIKEA ÄNDLIG 3 knives | $8.99 | Three-piece kitchen knife set. |
| IKEA | Kitchen knife | A knife, separate from the stationery knife. | View listing for photoIKEA DRAGON knives | $4.99 | Four stainless table knives; 21cm. |
| IKEA | Kitchen knife | A knife, separate from the stationery knife. | View listing for photoIKEA 365+ knife set | $49.99 | Three stainless kitchen knives. |
| Glassware Imports | Melting pot | A Turk with non-stick coating. | Glassware Imports 1.2 L | $14 | Aluminium jug for double boiler; outer pot needed. |
| Glassware Imports | Melting pot | A Turk with non-stick coating. |  Glassware Imports 1.8 L | $18 | Larger aluminium double-boiler jug. |
| BIG W Marketplace | Melting pot | A Turk with non-stick coating. | View listing for photoNordenly 1.3 L | $30 | Stainless pouring jug; outer pot needed. |
| Candle Supply | Melting pot | A Turk with non-stick coating. | View listing for photoCandle Supply double boiler pot | $19.78 | 6 L outer pot only; pourer sold separately. |
| Glassfusing | Round former | Small maracas or some kind of round shape, approximately 11 cm. | View listing for photoStainless steel bowl | $5.01 | 11 cm diameter, 4.5 cm deep; plausible former, exact course use unconfirmed. |
| Bunnings Marketplace | Round former | Small maracas or some kind of round shape, approximately 11 cm. | View listing for photoBunnings 7 cm dome | $30.69 | 7 cm; smaller than requested 11 cm. |
| The Low Tox Project | Round former | Small maracas or some kind of round shape, approximately 11 cm. |  Low Tox 12cm bowl | $10 | 12cm × 4cm stainless; approximate shape. |
| Standout Pets | Round former | Small maracas or some kind of round shape, approximately 11 cm. |  Zeez 12cm bowl | $12.35 | 12cm double-walled bowl; confirm shape and variant. |
| BIG W Marketplace | Round former | Small maracas or some kind of round shape, approximately 11 cm. |  BIG W 12cm bowl | $40.64 | 11.8cm; marketplace delivery. |
Use dedicated craft tools. The image for buds shows short pre-tabbed wicks; the stem reference shows a cotton wick roll. Length and burn diameter are different: test the completed wax blend and flower shape. The source proposes 10–20% soft microcrystalline wax and 30% olive wax for stems; the products found are candidates and the combination needs testing. A 3D-printed cutter may work if the material tolerates the wax temperature; a flexible silicone veiner may release delicate petals more easily.
Use controlled indirect heat, monitor temperature, and attend heated wax and burning candles. Keep finished candles upright on a heat-safe surface away from flammable material.