StaceyHM

Thanks, I appreciate your reply so much. This wicking stuff is getting me down! Was just worried about the melt pool issue -- even wooden wick co says this should be achieved in 2 hours.

Hello everyone! Just a quick question to the candle universe from a beginner who is skeptical of YouTube! I have done a ton of research before pouring a drop and I have tested over 50 candles. Decided on these elements based on personal design, ease of use and marketing influences.I am pouring in an 8oz glass tumbler with a 3" diameter with a fragrance load of 10%, no dye. It seems that no matter which wooden wick (testing one today rated below my vessel size, ugh) I use I get a significant amount of soot and smoke and a huge flame (yes I am trimming it! So far down it feels like too much.) I have reduced wick thickness which was a step in the right direction -- but I never get the burn pool they say to look for. The wax eventually catches up about halfway through the burn however, but the jar sides get black. Is this just the paraffin? Cold throw and hot throw are both good. Last weekend we had a very small craft fair in our town and the 100% soy + cotton wick people were shaming me on social media this week about not having a clean burn. I am made as hell and would love to hear feedback from you seasoned veterans out there. Please help! I am being candle-shamed!