TallPineCandles

49 minutes ago, bfroberts said:

You can always yank it and insert a bigger size if need be.

Now I am REALLY confused...😂. What do you mean by "yanking it out"? The wick is attached to the jar with a wick sticker. Is there a way to do this? And please, recommend away on fragrances. I may already have them since I have spent a bajillion dollars on fragrances and wicks...LOL

Sorry, listed the wrong wick size for C/S recommendation 

9 hours ago, bfroberts said:

Add your FO at 185-190.  Stir a minute or two and pour.  You should be able to coax a throw from 6006 with most CS scents at 6%, especially the 3 leaf rated scents, with proper wicking.  More isn’t necessarily stronger.

It is important to cure for an appropriate length of time, despite what you may hear otherwise.  Also, where you burn your candle can affect what you smell depending on your particular space, air flow, a/c return, etc.  If you can smell it standing over it but it isn’t traveling thru your space, try moving the candle to another location.

I use a different wick type with 6006, but lots of people have success with CD wicks.  I’m hoping someone will chime in with a recommendation.  If you are reaching a full melt pool on your first burn, wick down a size or two.

Ok, I have read and each reply. I am dumping the VYBAR in my 6006. I took each recommendation and came up with what is below. Any suggestions?

• ·         OK, 16 oz IGI 6006 melted to 190.
• ·         Straight Sided Tumbler (Libbey; Height: 3.44 inches, Diameter: 3.06 inches) Wax Weight (to fill line) - 8.5 oz.
• ·         Wicked with a ECO 6 6" Pretabbed Wick (CS Recommended an ECO 8 6"”)
• ·         6% F/O added (CandleMakers Tobacco Vanilla)
• ·         Stirred F/O into wax for approximately 3-4 minutes.
• ·         Poured candles at approximately 170 (+/-)

Now I wait for 7-10 days to see if I can get a damn H/T…

7 hours ago, BusyBee said:

 

Are you using GB464 instead of 6006?

On this test, yes.

12 minutes ago, bfroberts said:

Add your FO at 185-190.  Stir a minute or two and pour.  You should be able to coax a throw from 6006 with most CS scents at 6%, especially the 3 leaf rated scents, with proper wicking.  More isn’t necessarily stronger.

It is important to cure for an appropriate length of time, despite what you may hear otherwise.  Also, where you burn your candle can affect what you smell depending on your particular space, air flow, a/c return, etc.  If you can smell it standing over it but it isn’t traveling thru your space, try moving the candle to another location.

I use a different wick type with 6006, but lots of people have success with CD wicks.  I’m hoping someone will chime in with a recommendation.  If you are reaching a full melt pool on your first burn, wick down a size or two.

Here is some testing I am doing on tins. I am testing the CD 16, 18 & 20. The 20 is on the left, 18 center and 16 on the right. This is after a 3 hour burn. They have now cooled for about 2 hours. You can see the pool rings somewhat. It seems the 16 is winning this battle....LOL

95% of my F/O come from CandleScience. The other 5% from various other suppliers. Do you pour at what, 175-180 then? So, am I adding to much F/O? Is that the main problem? I want people to notice the fragrance when they walk into the room. I figured adding the max (10%) would get this affect. Apparently not. Do you happen to have a suggestion to lead me in the right direction on the wicking? What wick do you use generally? Any and all help and suggestions are gratefully appreciated.

Does ANYONE know ANYTHING about VYBAR???? I am at a loss here and really am looking for some help!!!

I do 1-lb test batches. I use 16 oz of IGI 6006 melted to 185. Then i transfer to a pouring pot to fill the candles. I am using a straight side 3 inch jar. I am wicking it with a CD-14 (these burn beautifly). I get a full melt pool. I add F/O at 175. Using 10% F/O. I then let the wax cool until it starts to get a milky look then I pour.

Now, in this last batch, the only thing different was adding VYBAR as the wax was melting. Figured that was the best time to add.

I have not had a good HT in candles in ever. I sell tons of melts and they have great C/H throw, but my candles...nothing.

Also, could one of you let me know the TRUE amount of VYBAR to add per pound of IGI 6006??

OK everyone....Newbie question for you all. I am adding VYBAR to IGI 6006 for a better hot throw (so they tell me). I have searched high and low but can not find anything related as to WHEN to add the VYBAR. Do I add while melting? At a lower temp before adding F/O? HELP!!!

I know I am new here, but I just wanted to chime in on the "PrestoPot". I have the smaller one that I modified with a spigot type setup. Works great for me. Never thought to just fill it with wax and keep going. Need to give that a try. Here is a picture of my setup.

My Name: Bob (Mom told me she knew I was going to grow up stupid, so, she named me something I could spell 2 out of 3 times.)

How old am I?: Some Days that a debatable question, but I tend to accept 62 as a good answer for this question...

Where do I live?: Flagstaff Arizona.

How long have I been making candles: About 2 years now

How did you get started making candles: In 2018 I started playing around with melts for fun to see if I could make a quality highly scented product, with a clean natural scent for my own personal use.

Are you married?: The long answer to this question is NO.

Any kids?: 2, grown and doing their on thing.

My primary job, what do you do?: I drive daily from Flag to Phoenix daily.

Anything else I think you all should know?: I currently have a small blister on my right thumb from putting out a candle the other day.

Thanks for letting me in here and I hope I can resolve a lot of issues in here....about candle making that is!!!