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    Tarts Smoking?

    in Wickless

    Posted

    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

    Tarts Smoking?

    in Wickless

    Posted

    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. :D

    Thanks!

    Lori

    Cost to make a 16 oz. soy candle -- wholesale

    in Business Side of Things

    Posted

    Hi again too. :) Yes, I do notice that soy from Swan's is a bit more and I know it is because of their shipping cost. You know, maybe we are in the wrong business, maybe we should sell glass and FO. :D We sure need a better variety of glass suppliers up this way. Although, it would not be as fun. Yeah, the shipping sure does suck all the way around.

    I am not going to fret. I am happy at the moment with what I make from retail. I can hold off on wholesale. It may not really be something I would like anyway.

    I hope you are doing well and good luck to you too with your candle ventures. Someday, we should meet for coffee! Are you ready for the wind that is coming in? Where is the snow?!!!!! Our snow is melting. It better snow for Christmas! I think it is suppose to get cold again this weekend and the coming week.

    ~Holly

    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

    Cost to make a 16 oz. soy candle -- wholesale

    in Business Side of Things

    Posted

    Hi Lori, :)

    Actually, the wax is not the issue. I get my wax in this state and the shipping is not bad. It is the jar that I ended up with that is the problem. It is not only a more expensive jar but comes from New York. I am not sure if another place carries the same jar. I know that Purette's (sp?) in WA carries the 10 oz. but they get them from TVG and sell them for a little more. However, since the shipping would be less it may end up being a better deal -- for the 10 oz. jar. I called them recently to see if I could order some of the 10 oz. and they said they were out of them.

    Thanks for the suggestion just the same. Oh, do you know what wax that Waxation carries?

    ~Holly

    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

    Help with vanilla FO that will throw in 70/30!

    in Fragrance Discussion

    Posted

    Hey Lori, do you use many oils from Let it Shine? I've thought of ordering from her, but wondered how most would do in straight soy. What wax do you use their Vanilla in? I'm using a 100% soy, again. North Idaho is closer to Seattle than to most suppliers! Any ifo would be appreciated. Thanks. Beth

    Hi Beth! Sorry to take so long... was working for a bit there... :D

    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

    Shed for workshop?

    in Business Side of Things

    Posted

    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

    pulling my hair out! ( labels)

    in Business Side of Things

    Posted

    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

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