Homemade Beeswax Wraps
- Sarah
- 1 day ago
- 3 min read
If you’re trying to reduce plastic use in your kitchen, beeswax wraps are one of the simplest swaps you can make. They’re reusable, washable, and last for months, and they’re surprisingly easy to make at home. All you need is some cotton fabric and a few simple ingredients to create wraps that mold beautifully with the warmth of your hands.
These wraps are perfect for covering bowls, wrapping cheese, storing cut fruit and veggies, or packing snacks. Once you make your first batch, you’ll never look at plastic wrap the same way again.
Why I Love Beeswax Wraps
Eco-friendly: reduces single-use plastic in the kitchen
Reusable: lasts 6–12 months with proper care
Customizable: create any size for snacks, bowls, or sandwiches
Quick & simple: easy to make and fun to do
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Homemade Beeswax Wraps
Measurements
½ cup beeswax pellets or grated beeswax (100g)
2 tablespoons pine resin (20g
1 tablespoon coconut oil (14g)
100% cotton fabric
What You’ll Need
100% cotton fabric (washed and dried)
Pinking shears (optional, prevents fraying)
Baking sheet and parchment paper
Brush or silicone spatula
Oven (200°F / 95°C) or Iron (cotton setting, no steam)
Double boiler or heat-safe jar for melting mixture
Oven Method
1. Cut Your Fabric- Choose whatever sizes suit your kitchen. Popular sizes:
8"x8" – snacks
10"x10" – everyday use
14"x14" – bread, large bowls
2. Melt Your Mixture- In a double boiler, heat and stir together:
beeswax
pine resin
coconut oil
Mix until completely smooth and melted.
3. Coat the Fabric
Place a sheet of parchment paper on a baking tray. Lay your fabric on top and drizzle a small amount of melted mixture over it. Spread gently with a brush or spatula.
4. Bake
Put the tray in the oven at 200°F (95°C) for 2–3 minutes, just until everything melts into the fabric.
5. Finish
Remove carefully and use your brush to even out any dry spots. Lift the fabric from the corners and hang to dry—it sets within a minute.
Iron Method
1. Prep Your Workspace
Place an old towel on your counter. Layer parchment paper → fabric → beeswax mixture → parchment paper on top.
You can either:
brush on the pre-melted mixture, or
sprinkle small bits of beeswax (and resin, and a few drops of oil) directly on dry fabric.
2. Iron
Set your iron to cotton (no steam).Slowly press the iron over the top piece of parchment. You’ll see the mixture melting and spreading through the fabric.
Iron until everything is evenly saturated.
3. Check & Finish
Lift the top parchment and check for dry spots. If needed, add a little more mixture and iron again. Lift the wrap and hang to cool.
How to Use Beeswax Wraps
Use your hands to warm and shape the wrap around bowls, jars, sandwiches, or produce.
Wash in cool water only with mild soap.
Air dry and reuse.
Avoid using on raw meat.
How Long Do They Last?
Beeswax wraps last 6–12 months depending on use. If they start to look dull or develop cracks, you can refresh them by adding a thin coat of the melted mixture and re-melting it (in the oven or with the iron).
Printable Tags
How to:
Download the PDF from the link.
Open in a program like Adobe Acrobat or Preview.
Print at 100% scale on card stock (do not “fit to page”).
Let ink dry a few seconds, then cut, add sure ribbon and tie onto jars.
Pro Tip: Print a test page on plain paper first to check alignment.
Cleaning Your Wax Wraps!
Wax wraps are easy to care for and can last a long time with just a little attention. After each use, simply wash them in cool or lukewarm water with a mild dish soap.
Avoid hot water, as it can melt the wax coating. Gently scrub with a soft sponge or cloth, then rinse and air dry by hanging or laying flat. Never put them in the dishwasher or dryer, this helps your wraps stay strong, flexible, and ready to use again.
The Recipe:
Did you try making this Easy Homemade Beeswax Wraps? We’d love to see your creations! Tag us on Instagram at Thesproutinghomestead or leave a comment below to let us know how they turned out. Happy snacking!