Beeswax Wrap DIY Bar

Craft Your Own Beeswax Wraps with Our DIY Bar

Making your own beeswax food wraps is a fun, hands-on way to reduce plastic waste in your kitchen. Our Beeswax Wrap DIY Bar provides the perfect blend of natural ingredients to create high-quality, reusable wraps for food storage.

Our Beeswax DIY Bar is the Perfect Blend for Durable, Flexible Wraps

Our DIY bar is carefully crafted for optimal adhesion, flexibility, and longevity.

Each 3.25 oz. (92 gram) bar contains:

• 100% Beeswax – Provides a natural, water-resistant coating for food wraps.
• Pine Rosin – Adds the tackiness needed for a secure, self-adhesive seal.
• Jojoba Oil – Enhances pliability while naturally extending the wrap’s lifespan.

One bar is enough to coat approximately four 12x12-inch cloth squares or a combination of three 12x12-inch and two 8x8-inch squares.

This pre-mixed formula eliminates the hassle of sourcing ingredients and ensures a smooth, mess-free DIY experience!

Benefits of Creating Your Own Beeswax Wraps

Reduce Single-Use Plastic Use

Reduce single-use plastic for more sustainable and cost-effective food storage. Beeswax wraps can be cleaned and used repeatedly!

Naturally Antibacterial

Beeswax has antimicrobial properties that help keep food fresher.

Long-Lasting & Reusable

Each wrap is expected to last from 12-18 months with proper care, making it an eco-friendly and cost-effective solution and an impressive alternative to single-use plastic.

Easy to Use & Clean

Simply mold the wrap around food or a container with the warmth of your hands. To clean, rinse with water and mild soap, then air dry.

How to Care for Your Homemade Beeswax Wraps

Similar to our pre-made beeswax wraps, your homemade versions can last for months with the right care. Follow these simple tips to keep them in great condition:

Hand Wash Only

Hand wash your beeswax wraps with water and mild soap to clean. Beeswax's melting point is 160 degrees fahrenheit, so warm water is fine.

Air Dry & Store in a Cool, Dry Place

After cleaning your homemade beeswax wraps, let your wraps dry completely by laying them flat or hanging them up. Store your beeswax wraps in a cool, dry location.

Steps to Making Your Own Beeswax Wraps

Step 1: Prepare Your Fabric

Pre-cut your fabric into the desired shapes and sizes. Cotton batik works best as a tightly woven, thin, light material works best. We offer a Beeswax Wrap DIY Kit that includes three 12x12 inch squares of fabric and two 8x8 inch pieces.

Step 2: Melt the Beeswax

To melt the beeswax mixture, place your DIY bar into an electric skillet or a double boiler setup. Gradually heat the mixture on low heat until the beeswax melts into a smooth liquid. Maintain the lowest possible heat that keeps the mixture liquid.

Step 3: Saturate Your Fabric

Fully saturate one cloth at a time in the mixture. A pair of kitchen tongs can be sacrificed for this process. Alternatively, one side of the cloth can be dipped and let cool, then held as the other side is submerged. When removing the cloth, hold it for a moment over the skillet to let as much wax drip off as possible.

Step 4: Set and Smooth the Wax

Lay the fabric flat on a hot plate or a baking tray, and re-heat it using a heat gun, hair dryer, or repurposed clothes iron. While heating, use a paper towel or a metal straightedge to remove as much of the excess wax as you can. This step is important to help the wax and resin bond completely with the fabric, and to remove extra wax to keep the wrap pliable. Any wax mixture you can reclaim at this stage will make more wraps!

Step 5: Dry and Set the Wrap

Carefully place the finished beeswax food wrap on a drying rack, or hang it to dry over a wire coat hanger, and you’re done! It may help to hold the wrap in the air and wave it gently back and forth a few times to help the drying process and to avoid imprints from the drying rack.

Why Beeswax is the Ideal Natural Option for Food Storage

The high-quality beeswax used in our Beeswax Wrap DIY Bar Comes directly from our hives at Ames Farm. This 100% beeswax, pine rosin, and jojoba oil mixture offers a unique combination of durability, flexibility, and a breathable, water-resistant surface, providing an ideal solution for keeping food fresh. Unlike plastic wraps, which contain harmful chemicals, our beeswax is completely free of toxins, ensuring your food stays safe and fresh.

Thanks to its natural stickiness, combined with pine resin, the beeswax wraps tightly cling to bowls, containers, and food items without the need for harmful adhesives. This makes it an eco-friendly and sustainable option, eliminating the waste caused by single-use plastic wraps.

Beeswax naturally possesses antimicrobial and antifungal properties, making it an excellent defense against bacteria and mold growth. This helps preserve the freshness of your food for a longer period. When cared for properly, these wraps can be reused for months, maintaining their integrity. Whether you're storing cheese, wrapping leftovers, or keeping fruits and veggies fresh, our beeswax wraps are a safe and natural way to reduce waste and protect your food. Please avoid using them with red meat or seafood.

Frequently Asked Questions About the DIY Beeswax Food Wrap Bar

What is the DIY Beeswax Food Wrap Bar made of?

Each 3.25 oz. (92 grams) bar contains a pre-mixed blend of 100% beeswax, pine rosin, and jojoba oil. This unique mixture is carefully measured to provide the perfect level of self-adhesion, tackiness, and flexibility for making durable and effective food wraps.

How many wraps can I make with one bar?

One Beeswax Food Wrap Bar is enough to cover approximately four 12 x 12 inch cloth squares, or a combination of three 12 x 12 inch squares and two 8 x 8 inch squares. You can create several wraps with just one bar, making it a cost-effective and efficient option.

How do I use the DIY Beeswax Food Wrap Bar?

Making food wraps at home involves melting the beeswax mixture, soaking your fabric in it, and letting it cool and dry. The full step-by-step instructions can be viewed here.

What materials do I need to make the wraps?

To create your own beeswax food wraps, you’ll need a few essential materials and tools. First, gather your fabric. Cotton batik is ideal due to its light, tightly woven nature. Cut it into squares (12x12 inches for larger wraps like for sandwiches, or 8x8 inches for smaller items like bowls). You’ll also need an Ames Farm Beeswax Wrap DIY Bar to create the beeswax mixture, a double-boiler setup or electric stir-fry skillet for melting, and kitchen tongs to handle the fabric. Don’t forget to protect your surfaces, clothing, and hands to avoid burns! A heat source like a heat gun, hair dryer, or clothes iron will be necessary for bonding the beeswax to the fabric, and a drying rack or wire coat hanger will be needed to let your wraps dry properly. Our DIY Food Wrap Kit includes both the bar and pre-cut fabric to save you time on preparation!

How long do the beeswax food wraps last?

With proper care, your homemade wraps have an expected use of 12-18 months.

Make Your Own Eco-Friendly Beeswax Wraps Today

Say goodbye to plastic and hello to eco-friendly beeswax wraps! With our DIY Beeswax Wrap Bar, you can create your own reusable wraps to keep your food fresh while reducing waste.

Order your DIY Beeswax Wrap Bar now and start crafting your sustainable kitchen essentials!