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First batch!
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@TallTayl the burn so far has been really good (for the ones that did not cure but 12 hours). The only issue is slight mushrooming on the 16oz & 8oz candles. Assume I need to wick down slightly? -
I cant decide if I want to do 4 oz jars or not... I ordered 48 of them so obviously I will use what I have, but they burned so quick (7ish hours) I just don't see them being worth it? I guess for the price point they can be sold as samplers
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Jars arrived!
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@Trappeur @jbradshaw Yes, it is an 8 oz square canning jar from the Jar Store I used Eco 14 wicks, but they seem to be mushrooming slightly (otherwise the burn is near perfect). Thinking I should size down?? -
Placing an order for some FO's - I thin the 6 scents I have decided on are: 1. Coffee 2. Mango & Peach 3. Vanilla (which is y'alls favorite vanilla from Lebermuth?) 4. Lavender & Rosemary 5. Cucumber Melon 6. Clean Cotton What are some of your best sellers/personal favorites?
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First batch!
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@PhoenixFyre Yes- I was very excited after seeing how beautiful they were! I have 3 more set aside though to cure. I probably should have my husband hide them so I don't throw that thinking out the window in 24 hours -
First batch!
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First batch!
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Haha. I love Harry Potter! I did add scent, however I obviously didn't let them sit long at all so I am not getting good throw (I really just wanted to test the burn with the 6% scent and all). I used C-3 Soy Wax & eco wicks... 16 oz jar = ECO-14 6" Wick 8 oz jar = ECO-14 6" Wick 4 oz jar = ECO-4 6" Wick I am now about an hour into the burn and they are nice & even so far. *yay* I have tested lonestar coffee & grapefruit scent. I cant wait to see how the scents really are after waiting a couple of weeks before burning. What are some of yalls favorite/best selling scents? I need to order a batch--- I want to focus on about 5 scents to start. -
First batch!
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Hi All- I am finally feeling better and completed a batch of candles today. I am SO excited how beautiful they turned out, so fingers crossed they burn nicely (so far so good!)
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Jars arrived!
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I finally decided to go with C-3 Soy Wax. I got the jars from The Jar Store -
I am so excited - 50 lbs of wax and 144 jars showed up on my door step today. I was really looking forward to pouring a batch tonight, but the flu has other plans for me. How perfect will these be?!
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Hi Everyone! After doing some digging on craft server, I found a lot of people are using Presto Kitchen Kettles in (I think) lieu of using a pot w/ water on the stove with a large pouring pot as a double broiler method. Currently, I am using a large pot on my electric stove with about 2 inches of water and then placing my wax in a pour pot to melt and mixing my oils directly in the pour pot. So what are the benefits of the presto tool? Better temp regulation? Thanks!
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Thank you! I had thought about a stamp originally (I saw this somewhere else and seemed to work great) but I would obviously lose the colors. I am thinking about having them printed since I am writing in the details, which leaves me flexibility.
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Great feedback. I will definitely have a warning label on the bottom of the candle. I had not thought of adding the remove before burning instructions, and will certainly look to add this to the back (or maybe on the bottom warning label).
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Hi all! I have (very roughly) put together 2 hanging tags I am thinking of using for my candles. What do you think?? I am going to be selling candles to help my IVF expenses, so the one w/ the bud symbolizes new growth, but the other one might be more eye catching. I am naming my company "Use Those Blues" which I also think is fitting for the situation. What do you all think?? I am all about constructive criticism, so bring it on! -the good candle image is what I am going for- nice & clean, no sticker on the actual jar as my husband and I agree we like our candles better without one. -the scent/oz/burn time will all be hand written in
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Soy Candle newbie
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I ordered the suggested size and a sampler pack. All of my new supplies come this week and I a plan to work on them all Saturday.... I will definitely post pics & updates- 18 replies
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Haha, they are! This was my very first candle... I have since purchased a wick bar. The jars I just ordered are: 2 3/8 diameter - the chart is recommending Eco 4 3 1/4 diameter - recommending Eco 14 What would be other size wicks to test with each one?- 18 replies
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It is definitely tunneling. This is after about 5-6 hours of burning. The soot is actually from me not having a stick lighter and burning it with a flame (so there is at least that)! I am ordering larger wicks for my next round, so deciding which way to go with those -- who knew there were so many wicks out there?!- 18 replies
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Thank you all so much for the feedback so far! I think I will stick with regular wicks to start. I know I am taking a big bite into hoping to make money, however I would be happy to break even just to give me a hobby right now I am on a long 9 month journey for IVF, so maybe by then I will be getting something out of it (((( maybe )))). I think I am going to start with the 4oz/8oz/12oz canning jars from jarstore.com - any specific wicks that people have good luck with? While I am happy to test away, a little guidance to get me in the right direction would be appreciated! I am thinking about Eco 14 for 8/16oz and eco 4 for the 4oz- and brands or type you especially love? I will also take everyone's advice and play with the FO's... it seems like I can make more fun combos that way as well. Here is how my candles are looking so far..... they burn great, not the prettiest *yet* After playing with a few different jars, I definitely like the mason jar feel the best. I have been using essential oils which makes the candle smell lovely if its not burning and I sniff it... zero throw! At least I know why now. I think I will be using jarstore.com for the containers... and one stop shops for either C-3 464 wax with oils, wicks, etc w/ good prices and decent shipping? The FL store is nowhere near driving proximity to me, so trying to limit my shipping costs. Thank you all for being so welcoming!- 18 replies
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Thank you all so much for the feedback so far! I think I will stick with regular wicks to start. I know I am taking a big bite into hoping to make money, however I would be happy to break even just to give me a hobby right now I am on a long 9 month journey for IVF, so maybe by then I will be getting something out of it (((( maybe )))). I think I am going to start with the 4oz/8oz/12oz canning jars from jarstore.com - any specific wicks that people have good luck with? While I am happy to test away, a little guidance to get me in the right direction would be appreciated! I will also take everyone's advice and play with the FO's... it seems like I can make more fun combos that way as well. Here is how my candles are looking so far..... they burn great, not the prettiest *yet* After playing with a few different jars, I definitely like the mason jar feel the best. I have been using essential oils which makes the candle smell lovely if its not burning and I sniff it... zero throw! At least I know why now. I think I will be using jarstore.com for the containers... and one stop shops for either C-3 464 wax with oils, wicks, etc w/ good prices and decent shipping? The FL store is nowhere near driving proximity to me, so trying to limit my shipping costs. Thank you all for being so welcoming!- 18 replies
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Hi All- I am starting to make soy candles with essential oils to sell to help pay for IVF (to friends/family/craft fairs). This also give me a much hobby to funnel my energy into right now & help me focus on something other than doctors appointments! I have just started testing, and need some guidance. I have narrowed it down to working with C-3 or golden 464 wax and am wondering which you would suggest for someone in FL and a newbie. I would also like to use wooden wicks... for someone who isn't doing this as a full blown business, but definitely to make money, what tools are a must, what should I avoid, etc. I am thinking of using mason jars (a small & large size - does anyone have a size they would especially recommend? What wick size would you pair with that specific size? How much oil per jar?). I am in the process of getting an LLC and insurance as well. I know these are a lot of novice questions, but any advice would be welcome! I live in Clearwater, FL and there isn't much of a candle making community/store/or classes. Also, is there a brand of EO that I can buy in a large quantity? I have found in my test batch I am going through the standard jars I buy at whole foods very fast! Any tips, advice, love, encouragement (lol), would be welcome!
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