mrs_scurry

Hi all, I didn't know where to put this but I have a question about recipes. I am going to make some incense and it says to use 1 part FO to 2 or 3 parts DPG. I have all the ingredients but what does part equal to? I have heard that term used for candles as well but was never really sure. Can someone please help me with this? Veronica

Hi What part of Florida are you in? I have been trying to find a co-op for the Joy Wax but no one seems to do one that lives close by. :embarasse I even offered a lady that lives near NG to do one and I would cover shipping and gas for her to pick up and send it to me but she never replied. I guess that was a no..LOL! Does anyone know who would be doing a co-op from NG? Let me know! I really want to use that wax because I don't like the wax that I am using now but I have a supplier right here about 7-8 mins away from me which is great! Veronica

I have waited a week, a day, 2 weeks. You name and I have waited for it. I don't know what else to do with this wax!

I have been getting the same results you were. I am thinking about switching to something else also. What did you switch to that gave you better results? I am thinking about going with paraffin to see how that may work for me. Veronica

Is it only soy that you can use Crisco with? I have used the Joy Wax and I loved it! The shipping is just too much for me. I'm in FLorida! Where can I get these LX wicks from? Somewhere close to FLorida of course! ) Thanks All! Veronica

Hi All, I am thinking about changing from Soy wax to Paraffin and I would like to know what is the best brand of Paraffin wax being used now? I am looking for a single pour and it will be for votives, tarts, and containers! Eventually I will get to making dessert candles but not at the moment. Any help would be greatly appreciated! Veronica

I haven't had anyone burn the candles for me. I guess that I can do that. What do you think would be a good temp to mix at? I have only burnt 1/2 lb. or 1 lb. for testing because I don't have a presto and I didn't want to waste too much wax at one time. SO could that be a problem also with getting a right temp? I am now leaving the thermometer inside my pouring pot when it gets close to time for me to take it off the heat. I was thinking that maybe I am not getting the right temperature from my thermometer because it says to put the thermometer at least 2 inches into the candy or fryer (whatever ) It will definitely save me a lot of money on shipping but I don't want to waste that extra money on testing a product that might not work for me...LOL! Is there something that I might need to change? Thanks! Veronica

I am trying to use EL wax now because I have a supplier that is about 7-8 mins away from me. This will really save money for me on shipping costs. However, the more I use it, the more I am beginning not to like it. The supplier said that she loves it and it gives good everything and that's why she chose to become a supplier. I haven't been getting a good hot throw on my candles. I have been getting a hot throw for my tarts but not like I would like it. It is going to be a matter of choice for you once you start testing. I am fairly new and I am testing all 3 of their waxes and I can say that I do like the votive blend as far as not having to add anything to it for the candles to come out of the molds and tarts popping right out of the molds without freezing them or anything. But it's the hot throw that I don't like. I haven't been satisfied. I was speaking with a lady on this forum that changed from using soy wax to using paraffin and I believe that is what I am going to do because it has been taken over 2 weeks for my candles to cure and even after curing that long I still haven't gotten a good throw from them. The cold throw is great but not the hot throw. Speaking with the supplier, she said that I was doing everything ok. JMO HTH Veronica

I'm not your sister so it's ok...LOL Anyway, I am adding the FO at 180-165F at different times. One thing that I am not doing anymore is pouring at 100F. My supplier said that since we are in Florida we should pour at a higher temperature because of the humidity and things of that nature. Should I try pouring at a lower temperature? I really want to use this wax because she lives 7-8 mins away from me and that saves me a lot on shipping costs. I know you know what I mean! Thanks so much for your help. I am very grateful! Veronica

Thanks so much! I have used NG before and I really really really like their products. I think that I will go with them. I was very satisfied with their products and service! The only thing that I am not satisfied with is the shipping...arghh! Oh, what about Citronella. Is their bug be gone FO good too...LOL? Thanks everyone. Veronica

Fern, You are really making me want to change from Soy. That is definitely something that I need. Maybe I can keep testing with the Soy while I use the paraffin. I am not making pillars right now. I am only making tarts, containers and votives. Soon I will be making the dessert candles. I think that eventually I will get to making the coffee cup candles as well! I am going to make almost everything scented. Thanks so much everyone for your help. I will look for the supplier by state link from the archives. I am going to try the paraffin probably this weekend. I know that if you are able to burn your candles as soon as they set, then the time that it takes for shipping 3-7 days would be a good time for the candles to cure. Veronica

Hi Vicky, I was using 1oz. per lb. but I moved it up to 1 1/2 per the EL supplier. I am using 51-32-18 for my 1/2 pint canning jars. I get a full melt pool! The Joy Wax was awesome. I would use that wax if they were closer and if shipping wasn't so expensive. Thanks Veronica

Thanks so much for your advice and input. I am seriously thinking about changing to straight paraffin. I have a EL supplier about 7-8 mins away from me and I am having a hard time using their wax. I really hate the frosting too! Do any of you know a Paraffin supplier near Florida? I think that she is the only supplier in Florida but she just has the EL waxes nothing else. She said that she loves it and it works great for her which is why she became a supplier but it's not working that good for me. Also what about cure time for straight paraffin? How long does it take to get a good hot throw from the cure time? It takes more than 2 weeks for this wax and I can't wait that long to find out if a scent is going to sell or if it is good to use. All help is greatly appreciated! Thanks Veronica

Hi Everyone, I would like to know who has a strong Smoke and Odor Eliminator FO! I need to make this for someone and I need it ASAP! All input is greatly appreciated it. Veronica

Hi All, I know that everyone has their own opinion about waxes, however, I am using Soy wax now and I would like to know who uses sraight paraffin and if paraffin gives off a stronger hot throw than soy wax. I am using all three EL waxes and I haven't been able to good a strong hot throw from either one of them except for in my tarts. I have used different FOs from different suppliers, etc. I like to have a strong hot throw in my candles. I have also been letting the candles cure for more than 2 weeks. Following directions and even uped the FO a little per supplier instructions. Can someone who uses straight paraffin let me know why you use it? If it has a better hot throw? and whatever else you can let me know about paraffin! Thanks Veronica