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You might check at MMS http://www.thesage.com/images/labels2/index.html I haven't had them print any, but they're a great vendor for everything else they do. HTH a little Lori

Thanks ladies! I appreciate the input! The thing that's still odd to me is that I've made other tarts with the same FO load and wax that don't seem to "smoke" at all... (one is Amish Harvest from Peak's, FP >200). :undecided Lori

Hi Cissy! This makes sense to me... thanks! I'll have to check the wattage on my electric warmer when I get done working today. The tart in question had FO at 6%, so not really heavily scented, but not light either. Lori

This is interesting - I just had this happen this week using a tealight warmer (4-1/2 inches tall) and el-cheapo tealight from Michael's. The FO was Apple Jack and Peel from KY Candle, the wax was IGI 4794 from Peak's - regular fluted tart (1 oz). Once the tart had melted, it smoked/steamed heavily until the scent became noticeably less strong (in about 1 to 1-1/2 hours). So I did a little research... the melt pool in the warmer was 250 degrees, and the FP of that particular FO is 147 degrees. I tried another tart (same batch of tarts) in my electric warmer - melt pool was right at 198 degrees, and scent lasted longer, although also burned off noticeably (steam/smoke). It seems to me that the low-FP FOs must burn their scent off quicker than those with FPs up around 200 degrees - when dealing with melt pools in this temperature range. Am I missing something else that would affect the dynamics of the tart/warmer thing? Surely I'm missing something - there must be a way to make tarts with low-FP oils that last longer than that one of mine did. Any enlightenment would be greatly appreciated. Thanks! Lori

Wow! Love those! santa big

Beautiful, AJ! I bet it smells divine just like all your candles do! Lori

I've only been using this wax for a few months, but I have been getting an excellent cold throw right away too. I add the FO at 9% except for the really strong ones. I haven't used many BCN FOs though. Lori

The UPS stores will take them too... Whatever I don't reuse, I've been giving to them. Didn't know the post office would take them too - good to know! Thanks! Lori

Gorgeous!!! Both the candles and the photography!

No kidding about being in the wrong business - have thought that myself many times... Not ready for the wind! We have very tall pines all around us and it gets worrisome when it's windy!! Maybe we can get that cup of coffee after the holidays! Lori

You're welcome, Melissa! Lori

Just remembered - Ultimate Vanilla from Daystar - another good one! Lori

Here you go, Melissa! http://www.letitshineusa.com/ You know about Swan's, Pourette, Bramble Berry, etc., right? They're all in WA too. Peak's is close enough for us with good shipping costs as well. Lori

Hi again, Holly! I don't know for sure what all she carries, but I know she has soy. It's nice to be able to cut out the shipping any time we can... and most of the WA suppliers have to add in a bit more per pound to help defray their shipping costs. The shipping just sucks all the way around. You'll have to post if you find any alternatives to the jar situation. Good luck!!! Lori

Hi Holly! Since we live so close to each other, I know what you mean about shipping costs! We do have 1 local wax supplier in Spokane: Waxation. Have you contacted her about the waxes she carries? Maybe one of hers would work for you for wholesale? Lori

Hi Beth! Sorry to take so long... was working for a bit there... I've ordered several FOs from Let It Shine - like any supplier, some are good, some not so hot. I love their Vanilla; it's awesome. I use it in IGI 6006, which has a percentage of vegetable wax. They have specials on FOs for $7.99 a pound every month (I think it's every month), and their customer service is great too! I know what you mean about being closer to Seattle - where in Idaho are you? I'm just north of Spokane WA. Lori

I've got to second Vanilla Voodoo - it's fantastic! Let It Shine in Seattle has a nice vanilla that really reminds me of Vanilla Voodoo - just called Vanilla. Lori

I have a large shed for a workshop as well. I have heat for the winter and a small window AC unit for summer - but neither of those would be efficient in my situation without insulation. We use 6-inch batts of insulation here, which helps tremendously. It's well worth the expense and work of installing the insulation. I also use a fan with a window cracked in winter and the door open in warmer weather for ventilation. I do stained glass in there too, and it can get nasty fumes going when I'm soldering. Lori

A co-op could be fun... Thanks go to Karen for her fast email responses! Lori

I hear your pain on round labels! I gave up on making the round ones round (if that makes sense). I use the Avery software (free at Avery website) to do a few of my labels still - what I started doing was putting a square text box in the middle of the circle, then typing my label text and graphic in there. I make sure nothing goes beyond the circle when I'm putting my text in. Then I can print the darned things without worrying so much how things line up. They actually look better too, I think. I've been gradually re-designing my labels to move away from round ones altogether. I'm also moving away from all the precut/shaped labels and going with full sheets that I cut. Way less headache for me! Lori

The Miller soap site is fantastic! This is a great one too, IMHO: http://www.geocities.com/blueaspenoriginals/ (There are more good links on this site as well.) HTH Lori

I've had this program for a couple of years now... FANTASTIC and worth every penny!

Hi Jill! Isn't this great wax? I've been using it too - quite by accident because I got a great/lucky deal on a few cases of it locally. I've been testing LX, RRD, cotton and zinc wicks - can't decide yet which I like the best... ...but the throw is terrific with them all!! Lori

You make the most beautiful candles!! I love those!!!

I've heard this too - we're trying it this year. I was told to use Bounce, original scent - for what that's worth. So far so good - knock on wood. Lori