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I just received a pound of Lavender Chamomile from Bulk Apothecary and it is FABULOUS!! You were right on when you said it smells like an essential oil blend. Can't wait to get it in some wax. Thanks again @soshiegirl And yes it was $$ but so worth it; I took advantage of their sale.

Thanks for the info! I have ordered from JS a few times but their shipping is crazy high for me. Ugh

I was checking out the amber straight sided jars on Fillmore today--they're pretty cute. I'm wondering if that size candle is popular (I know it depends on the market) and it those are relatively easy to wick with 6006. I'm looking at adding this as another offering with my 11 oz clear tumblers. Fillmore also offers a 9 oz amber jar that I think would be cool also but they are out of stock. Any feedback would be greatly appreciated

Did you have any pushback on the 40%?

do you mind sharing what your terms are with your wholesale customers? I have one wholesale customer and they get a 50% discount; after doing research that seemed like the typical arrangement. They are a fantastic customer-they order consistently and allowed me to expand the offering with melts. They also pay me upon delivery.

the second jar is really cool---do you mind sharing where you found those? I don't think I saw that in your post

are you signed up for their emails? They didn't have the sale posted on their website--the only way you'd know is via their email

I'm wondering if a hot, dry climate can impact how a candle burns? I use the CD8 in an 8 oz tin with 6006 wax and it works great here in Texas where it's hot and humid. ; karinz40 lives in a hot dry climate..........can that have an effect?

So I have gotten into the habit of checking out the candle aisle at TJ Maxx and Marshalls because I love to look at all the containers and smell the scent combos. I picked up a little $2.99 candle in a pretty purple jar because I wanted to match the scent combo of lavender/chamomile--it's fabulous. I'm looking for suggestions for this premixed combo (I saw that CS carries one but buyers describe it as "powdery"--that's not what I'm looking for) or should I blend the separate FO's myself for a better outcome? If you have done either or both of these I'd love to get your insight!!

I think that's just on the 1 oz but I loaded up! Those are great for making melts since I need an ounce for 4-5. I'm excited to try the carrot cake! Read the reviews that say the buyer used the scent in wax-you'll get a good idea of which are good throwers

Yes Grasshopper Now you have time to get online and order more scents. That's how this works

IMO since you're using a small container you'd be better off starting fresh. When you start using bigger containers you will be able to pull out the wick that is the wrong size and go up or down in that container

I'm sure others will agree with me that 6006 is a pussycat compared to some pure soy waxes-that's where I started almost 4 years ago and landed on 6006 because for me it's more predictable. Do not give up on 6006-most of your battle is over! You just started with way too big of a wick which is part of the process. But you did start with the right type of wick-awesome! If the CD 10 is too big then the 8 will be great. Keep us posted and hang in there; this forum shortens the painful learning curve immensely and you'll get honest, helpful feedback from people who feel your pain and joy with this craft!

Fortunately the specialty wine and food market that carries my candles has a very well off customer base that comes in from Dallas on the weekends; they're already buying another candle line there that starts at $65 each! My melts are $5 each and I can't keep them in stock. This will be the point where I renegotiate my wholesale terms to make up for the production cost or they'll have to raise the price.

Yes to all of this! I use 6006 and when I made 8 oz tins I'd use a CD8, sometimes a CD 10 with a hefty scent, but not often. Think about using a stronger scent for your first candles so you can get a better gauge of scent throw; anything sandalwood based is usually a light thrower inherently. Be happy that you found this forum and you can get immediate feedback! I didn't know about this site so it took me far longer to figure this stuff out. Try again with a smaller wick and bigger scent and you'll be just fine.

it's not too bad compared to a lot of other higher end containers. Believe me, I'd rather stay with the clear tumblers!

that was for the shipping--the jars were $2.40 each

I paid $23 for a dozen shipped to Texas. I'll let you know how they look when I get them

I just found these at California Candle Supply-$2.40 each with the pretty wood lid. Going to give the white ones a try

You make gorgeous candles!!! I love the dust cover and I have used those with several of my accounts. I need a container that's a bit bigger with a lid so I'm going to give the white with the wooden lid a shot. Goodness knows I have nothing else to do...........

thanks-I was actually just looking at their white containers with the wooden lids. Wondering if anyone has used these?

When I delivered an order to my customer today they asked if I make candles in a colored or frosted container along with the 11 oz clear rocks tumbler I'm currently using. They carry another brand of candle that is VERY high end and they sell a ton of them. They are doing very well with my candles as well but they think that with the option of a colored or frosted glass I could sell even more since my price point is lower. Their clients do prefer that type of container and I think it would look nicer as the candle is burning down. I'd love some suggestions on suppliers who carry colored glass or frosted glass containers in the 10-11 oz range at a reasonable price point. I have found some gorgeous containers but at $4-$5 each I'm having sticker shock!! I'm getting a headache from Googling These are my current containers:

CS Very Vanilla is a lovely, sweet vanilla. I guess it all depends on what appeals to you. I think it would make a fabulous stand alone scent and blends really well also!

I came across this post today as I was getting ready to make a test candle of the CS Whiskey blended with CS Very Vanilla. I use 6006 wax in an 11 oz rocks tumbler, just fyi. I just poured the candle and I must say it smells FABULOUS!! These's just something about that Very Vanilla that adds a sweet, creamy touch that isn't over the top sweet. I blend it with CS Lavender and is one of my best sellers. I'll light this one up in 2 weeks and update if anyone's interested