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Laura C

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  1. Laura C
    Awesome @Jcandleattic thanks for answering those questions. That all makes sense.
  2. Laura C
    Good questions, I'd like to know the answers as well.
  3. Laura C
    @Forrest you crack me up. 😄 But I'm there with you, I'm a scent junkie too.
  4. Laura C
    Hi @Kerven. For myself, I pour container candles. Yes, I noticed that too, usually the coconut wax candles I make have a hard, smooth top like paraffin candles. What's the deal with adding the scent based on the FO flash point? Does that make a difference with cold & hot scent throw? If there is a post on here I should read just let me know.
  5. Laura C
    Wow, flipping wet candles over, i'm impressed. That scares the crap out of me. I'm sure it does take some practice, I'll leave that to the pros. LOL 😕
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    Cool, I love those.
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    Thanks @Trappeur
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    Hi @Trappeur, I know, right? Another reason I stopped using it. It was a beautiful wax. I live in South Florida and shipping from CA is crazy on heavy things like wax and glassware. Currently, I'm a hobby candle maker but would like to create a candle empire one day. LOL 💰. I really admire all of you that are selling your creations and involved in the small business world. It seems fun and exciting and I want to be there one day too.
  9. Laura C
    Exactly. It's none of their business to know your business.
  10. Laura C
    Ok, good, I can breath easier about the little rabbits now, LOL. Yes, the pan test should be fun and very interesting. I'm a closet nerd/geek. 😀
  11. Laura C
    You are correct, an actual 100%, all natural Coconut wax candle is not a good thing, IMO. I have tired it in the past and the candles were way too soft unless they have to cure for a very long time. You really need to add additives, hardeners or other waxes to it to make it worth anything. I use to buy the pure coconut wax from Swans Candles in WA and they suggest adding a hardener too. http://www.swanscandles.com/store/All-Natural-Coconut-Container-Wax.htm
  12. Laura C
    All this stuff is good to know, thanks @pughaus. And I'm glad to know that the soot/black smoke issue with the coconut waxes isn't just me. I thought I was maybe making a big deal out of nothing.
  13. Laura C
    It is one scent.
  14. Laura C
    Oh great, I should love it then because I love citrus scents.
  15. Laura C
    Yes, thanks, I certainly do need to do a pan test. I've been meaning to but just got lazy. Now that I have some different waxes coming in it will be a good time. Need to get me some pans. Oh dear, don't like the rabbit testing. Were rabbits killed or just poked? I'm surprised they fessed up to testing on animals. That's really unfortunate for the rabbits and for you since you are giving the wax such a high review.
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    LOL, oh my gosh, I can't stop laughing! I must be tired and need to go to bed. I keep seeing the words Really BIG Glassware! Gigantic! and I picture those big obnoxious things and imagine people looking at them with excitement & utter amazement! LMAO!.... 😂
  17. Laura C
    LMAO! I can picture it. And @scrubzz, I love your cute monkey pic. I love monkeys & dogs. 😝
  18. Laura C
    Great story and great business idea.
  19. Laura C
    Yes, I ❤️ the Dollar Tree, I buy a lot of test jars there. They can have some really nice ones at times.
  20. Laura C
    @Quentin, those sound so fun & ridiculous. That's a neat idea to use them as attention getters. Go for it! 😜
  21. Laura C
    I agree. Plus on the other side of the matter, the rough tops just proves that your candle does have soy in it or at least a considerable amount. I think it's a good thing, it sets it apart. But nothing wrong with the smooth, satiny tops either.
  22. Laura C
    I'm beginning to think that one pour or single pour waxes are just wishful thinking, but could just be me. Maybe someone with lots of experience will add something. The few waxes I have used, I have always gotten some type of dip in the center of my candles, usually not bad. Seems like no matter what I do or temps I use. I hear ya, would be nice to eliminate those extra steps.
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    Hi @Quentin. Darn, I know I have seen them before and I thought I bookmarked them but I didn't. I even did a few searches and this is all I found. https://www.candlemakingsupplies.net/glass-container-jars---lids/pvc-metal-lids-for-glass-candles/cate_105/p___P0906069.html https://www.lonestarcandlesupply.com/plastic-cover-large-square.html https://aaacandlesupply.com/collections/containers/products/large-cube-metal-lid
  25. Laura C
    Oh yeah, I forgot to ask the guy at General Wax about the MSDS for the Ultra Wax. Oh well. No, I didn't see in depth info about the wax on their site either. I don't have any concern or problem with paraffin, I'll use it if needed. From a marketing perspective, I'd like to be able to offer something more unusual like a coconut wax blend of some sort. Thanks, yes, after the wax arrives I'll make more candles with Ultra and some hardeners. I'm excited. 😊
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