Brenda (OH)

Carole ~ I feel your pain . . . :awww: Hopefully you will hear something soon from Lonestar/IGI. I got a bad box of 464 in the spring that did the same thing as your 6006 when burning. It wasn't the wicks or color, it was the wax. I was blending my own parasoy then and have since switched to a pre-blended parasoy thinking it would eliminate the quirkly soy problem. Guess all wax with some soy can have issues. I just got a new batch # of my wax blend yesterday, guess I better pour up a couple testers to make sure this batch will behave properly. I don't want a repeat disaster with fall fast approaching. I am sorry you are having to deal with is - but am glad you posted cause it reminded me that I had told myself to always test new batches - even with parasoys. I had forgotten until I read this post.

General rule of thumb is 1 hour per each inch diameter.

Mercy . . .Mercy . . . there are 2 posts about this jar/lid *faint*

I use a navy kraft cub shopper with the kraft handles then print out 2x4 logo labels for the front. For smaller purchases I use a colored lunch sack with logo labels applied to them. All customers - craft shows included - get personalized bags. For local orders I put a piece of tissue paper in the cub shoppers and they are gift ready. I have done this since day #1 and some customers will recycle them when placing their next order - some use them for their lunches - I am all about advertising . . .

Nice marketing approach I LIKE cash sales . . no paper trails for IRS

I have been testing TCS - pumpkin souffle and LOVE, LOVE, LOVE it but haven't been able to get it wicked. I have gone up 3 sizes without luck and for now have put it on the back burner (so to speak) while testing others. I use a parasoy blend - may I ask what wick choice you selected?

I am with ya on this one . . .I have a B&B private label account for a designer clothing consignment type store and they asked if I could get the A&F. I searched high and low and finally found it at Jody's. The price is out of my "normal" realm and keep this oil only for this account. I would love to add it to my normal line but haven't been able to justify the cost :undecided May I ask where else you have found it? It may be worth a sample . . .

:laugh2: Top - you crack me up !

To begin, you need to "liquid" measure your tart mold and small tin with a measuring cup to find out how much melted wax it will hold. Then calculate accordingly your wax, desired FO load based on your wax (usually 6%-8% / 1 - 1.5 oz pp) and color if you so choose. You can view the basic instructions or general information links located on the left side of the screen they may help you. Also there is a sticky link at the top of the forum for beginners that may be helpful too. HTH

I do exactly this . . . I make my own warning labels and put the date code on them. Example 080707. My production notes then correlate to when the candle was made and what variables made up my batch.

Thanks so much to all of you with your recommendations I dabble in B&B but mostly do candles and home scenting. I had a wholesale meeting where the prospective retailer inquired about my oils I use for warming/burning. She asked if they could be used on the body and I told her that the application was for home scenting but would inquire. I'll check out the classy's and see what carrier oils I can find to test this possible new avenue. Thanks again

I have always used zinc wicks and no matter what supplier you buy them from they pretty much all will mushroom. Getting the right size helps with how big the mushroom will get and how much smoking occurs when blown out. Due to the after glow and smoking from blowing the candle out I always recommend using a wick dipper to eliminate this problem. On another note, the low smoke zinc wicks burn a bit hotter in comparison to the regular zinc wick sizes. They may produce a smaller mushroom if wicked correctly but smoking will occur as with most any wick when blown out, henceforth suggesting dipping the flame out. I know that WSP carries the low smoke wicks and if my memory serves me correctly, I think that The Candlemaker's Store is selling them now too. After rambling on - did I answer your question ????

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What other kind of oils are used to cut the fragrance or essential oils for this type of application? Is there a certain ratio?

I hope this is where I post this question, if not feel free to move the post where it belongs. :tiptoe: Can B&B safe oils be used directly on the skin or hair? or should they be "cut" with something? Sorry if it is a dumb question but I was asked and really didnt have the answer TIA ~ Brenda

I have found that the low smoke zinc tend to burn a bit hotter in comparison to the regular zinc with a bit smaller mushroom using a parasoy blend.

I also agree with the "wick" making the difference in throw vs. a wickless candle or tarts. If it is any help, something I have started doing is pouring a smaller amount of a new scent into my regular containers to test for throw so I don't waste my wax. If pouring half a jar provides a good scent throw and I have conquered the wicking then I repour a full candle to assure the trial test is on track. There are soooo many times that I go gagga over a scent OOB only to find out that in wax it doesn't perform well. Wax is to precious for me to waste. I hope that makes "scents" -

This could be a combination of a few things: 1. The shaker jar is taller than the diameter which can inhibit air flow for the wick to get enough oxygen. 2. When I tested 1945 wax is sooted on me horrible - could have been a wicking issue though. I am slim on patience and gave up on it. 3. Maybe 44z is too big of wick? Can you try a 36-24z? Just curious how quickly you developed a full MP and how deep it got? ETA - it could very well have been incorrectly burned but if a friend burns a candle without trimming most likey other customers would too.

You have now begun the phase of addiction. Candle making will soon consume your life Patience is difficult before lighting up, but hang in there only a few more hours to go Keep us posted !!!!

I am glad I was helpful Blessings ~ Brenda

Kinda befuddled here too on what exactly you are asking BUT if you are wondering how to make a per se regular paper label have a glossy finish I have done a couple different things. I have sprayed the labels before placing on the candle jar with clear glossy spray paint but it is really stinky. You must spray them outside or you'll get a good buzz (don't ask me how I know) My latest attempt that I am pleased with is I have purchased clear labels the same size as my kraft and just placed it over top my normal label. This works extremely well for me especially for B&B products. HTH

I sell 1 oz oils due to a popular request as well. I mix 50/50 with DPG as a safety factor. Plus the profit margin is much higher. I buy the 1 oz plastic bottles, re-package and label. HTH

Actually I had to rely on the microwave method when we were temporarily living in a little rental house when we were building our new home cause the oven didn't work and there was NO room in the kitchen to move one in. It was the size of a bread box Been using it ever since

Yep - pour your wax, let them set up, then seal. I add a bit of pillar wax to my container wax and they will release without any problems. HTH

I tested KY Parasoy and don't recall heating the jars. I do know some waxes it does help though. Since I don't have an oven in my basement workshop I have an old microwave that I use. Put as many jars in it as I can and heat for a minute or two (before wicking).