Arch Rock

I'm always looking for a great retail presentation, e.g. a matching 8 oz, 16 oz, and 24/26 oz. collection of the same fragrances in different sizes.  A very striking ensemble in any retail setting.  However, what are your best-selling wholesale containers?

Same frustration in ANY series of wicks.  Why can't the wax and wick companies get in bed together the same way that doctors and pharmaceutical companies do?  Oh, wait . . . that's why we have an opioid epidemic.  (Waiting for TT to shift me to the off-topic, time-out area for being bad.)

Nice to hear from you bfroberts.

I'm going to order some 8 oz and 16 oz "DE-bossed" from Fillmore and will let you guys know.  Thanks for all the "bossing" chit-chat!

1 minute ago, Trappeur said:

Just get with out any "bossing" , lol

 

Trappeur

Exactly!  But I really like Fillmore's speedy service.

On 2/19/2019 at 12:24 PM, Trappeur said:

The 8oz are all without embossing and are from Flaming. 

The 16oz jars are not square but are round and have1 side free for a label.   This jar I buy at Save a Lot (no shipping).  They are the Golden Harvest jar.   They look like

very similar to the mayo jars.   I believe Aztec carries the Golden Harvest.   Even though 1 is square and the other is round, they look very nice together.   You can get the 16oz square jars from a few suppliers but they all have embossing (measurements) on the sides.

 

 

Thanks Trapp.  Where in God's name do you place your labels?!

On 2/20/2019 at 12:21 PM, Crafty1_AJ said:

 

Actually, embossed means the letters are sticking up.  Debossed means the letters are indented.  (Convex vs. concave markings.)

Yes, that is my assumption as well.  Just wondering where the label can be affixed without letters sticking up.  Thanks for clarification though.

Trapp, could you describe or send a pic of that 8 oz. square Mason for me?  You getting it from Fillmore?  Fillmore says two sides are embossed with classic Mason measurement marks and the other two sides are "DE-bossed", which I assume means no markings.  This must be true or you wouldn't be able to apply your awesome labels.  Would like a confirmation if you don't mind.  And is this true for the 16 oz. square Mason as well?  I would love to find matching 8 oz and 16 oz containers that also have matching lids.  Thanks bunches as clearly, you've been a busy beaver.

Well, like TT said, if you've already established  a baseline with those 13 using "good" wax, if you get bad burns on what you just poured, you'll know it's the wax.  I vote for blaming it on Chinese tariffs.  (Actually they deserve every yen of that because they've been stealing our candle secrets for decades).

Forrest, there has to be a better (and more consistent) source for that PITA 6006.  Although great throw and ease of wicking is my main consideration when choosing a wax, secondary considerations have also included shipping costs and consistent quality.

Both beautiful but do agree the first will probably be more eye-catching.  In the end though, the customer is always right.  Congrats on landing that account by the way.  Makes me want to approach Tractor Supply here.  Thanks for the inspiration.

Yes about the mayo.  Exactly why I was testing it.

I'm between Harrisburg and State College.  We're actually very close!

Lovelyscents, I didn't mean to infer that you were a newbie . . . just that if anyone new happened upon threads about how to melt wax that our convo came with an ethical warning.

Fillmore's French Vanilla is on my radar thanks to your recommendation.  We were just talking about adding white pigment.  Might be worth a try for those vanillas.

23 hours ago, Arch Rock said:

I'm not crazy about the limited hot throw I'm getting with these mayo jars.  Nothing beats a 16 oz country comfort.

Don't panic Sarah!  I should have mentioned that I'm only now getting started on testing the CBL 125 and HAVE NOT YET used this wax in the 16 oz. Mayo.  I've been using my old wax and am finding a big difference in HT between the country comforts and the Mayos.  BTW, are you in PA?

Lovelyscents, you certainly could try those as long as they're water jacketed.  They look more like they could handle cookies and coffee in a church basement once a week but if you're going to put them through their paces, I would look for a Bunn urn.  Still a great option for those who don't like or don't have access to a Presto pot.  Thanks for sharing.  We also should mention in full disclosure especially for newbies, using ANY small appliance outside the scope of its intended use can be dangerous.  You're voiding the warranty and legally, if things go horribly wrong, you will have no recourse for remedies.

I'm not crazy about the limited hot throw I'm getting with these mayo jars.  Nothing beats a 16 oz country comfort.

Laura C the Link Queen.  🤩

Adorable.

Those labels look great Trapp.  I love the way the cancer ribbon leans to the right.  Very fluid that compliments the font.

I almost always use a standard vanilla if I have to choose 6 or 8 scents.  My safety scent around here.  Don't you use Vanilla Voodoo?

On 2/14/2019 at 9:58 PM, TallTayl said:

What pushed you over the edge?

I was still getting tunneling after wicking up, down, and all around.  Four hours for a full melt pool is my standard.  Otherwise, customers give up and assume it's not wicked correctly (which is true).  The splintering and frailty of the burned wicks was giving me anxiety too.  You and I had talked about how the unusual look of the wick might attract educated consumers but now I'm not convinced.

On 2/15/2019 at 4:05 AM, lovelyscents said:

Interesting and very helpful, love that it maintains temperatures and already has a pour spigot.  Also love that it is the same price as a presto (that has no spigot)...the one that holds around the same amount as a presto.  Will be trying one out, thank you so much!

 

Edit to add: not so much loving the fire aspect 😂

I forgot to mention that the coffee urns are NOT in the same price range as a Presto pot.  You might check ebay.  Bunn makes them.

I'm no economist, but what does it mean when consumer spending/confidence is high and prices are also increasing?  These are traditionally mutually exclusive.  I personally plan to take full advantage of consumers who feel they have money to burn.  Whether that's reality or not isn't my concern.  I'm not ashamed to admit to being an opportunist.  All smart entrepreneurs are.  Penn State traffic cuts directly through our little burg.  I had Penn State licensing years ago and plan on doing it again this fall.  People who are securely retired or can take days off work to travel in expensive motor homes to see a football game are my target audience.  People who appreciate quality and are willing to pay for it.

Let us know the results ladies.

I gave up too.