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So you don't get the 'cauliflower' results after burning EL container and letting it cool? I'm doing a 3 wicked heart shaped glassware and the first burn it took about 3-4 hours to get a complete MP and it burned beautifully but once it cooled I was shocked at the appearance. It looks like the middle has been poked around with an icepick, rather very unattractive. The second burn took a turn for the worse as the wicks were trying to keep up with the uneven top. Do I add something or what do I do? I'm trying really hard to work with these waxes so I can switch but I'm I really don't know about that.:undecided

Sorry to hear you got a head cold! I'm just FINALLY getting over mine that started on Boxing Day, ech!! Are you sure your cold hasn't gotten the better of you when you sniffing those bottles,LOL! Better wait til you get better before you sniff them again.. who knows it might be a whole new world of difference! Hope you'll get well soon:D Shannon

OOOH! I haven't smelled that in ages!! Oops... I think I just gave my age away,lol!

I use Ecosoya Votive and rarely have that problem. It seems like you are heating it too high though. That could be the problem if they're cooling too fast. I normally melt it to about 150 -160 and pour just below 130. Hope this helps! Shannon

I was kinda hoping it's the fragrance oil as this is the first time I'm using this scent. I'm testing another votive with HTP 83, so far after 1 hour of burning it's lopsided so I'm hoping within the next hour it will have a complete MP. I'm going to make another batch using one of my usual fragrance oils and try again with HTP 73 and see if that makes a difference. I'm also testing the EL container wax but I find the finished look has a lot of pitting and bumps on the top as oppose to ECO CB which has a more smooth top. The only reason I'm considering switching is because EL I can get local whereas ECOSOYA is a week shipping away which of course is more expensive. AH the pros and cons!!:undecided

Hi, I'm trying the Enchanted Lites Votive wax so I'm using HTP 73 which is what I normally use with my Ecosoya votive blend. I made one of each and am testing them side by side. After two hours I find the EL has not completely melted across yet while Eco has for awhile but they're both mushrooming which has never happened with ECO. I am trying a new fragrance which is Red Hot Cinnamon so that could be the issue. My question is what do you guys normally use for votive wicking on the EL votive blend? I went to the Candlesolutions message board,signed up and posted the same question but it looks pretty quiet over there. Thanks for any help!! :embarasse

I agree too although you say the wicks are centered but to the customer's perspective they look crooked. Another thing I noticed is the label on the middle pot. It looks a bit off as oppose to the labels on your other products. You might want to reconsider retaking this picture so the wicks doesn't look crooked and have a better centered label. Overall your site looks beautiful and elegant. Congratulations!

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Since they're not on the list I thought they deserve some credit for their oils. I've bought Snowberry last year for Christmas and my votives sold out very quickly. It's a very nice subtle scent, not very berry & minty like Wick your Wax's. This one does have the same scent description but it's more refreshing. I had a guy came and bought 6 votives at a show and he came back the next day and bought more! It's my mom all time favorite too. I just ordered some samples of Halo, Angel and Ginger Blossom. They smell really nice OOB but haven't tried in soy wax yet. Just thought I'd let you guys know!!

Oh Penticton! I live in the Okanagan area too. You MUST take a drive through Naramata which is right off Penticton, beautiful wine county!! Enjoy your stay! Shannon

I know why, it's because you know you can't eat them,LOL!!

I'm looking at ordering some samples from Peaks and so far I have on my list to try with soy wax. Any input? Blackberry Sage Casaba Mist Cedar Cinnamon Buns Fresh Linen Creme Brulee Vanilla Passion Wild Mt Honey White Tea Ginger Warm Apple Pie Thanks!

That's very interesting! The website is beautifully done as well as their products.

You ARE a FO HO! Taking precious care of your babies to make sure they're safe and unspilled just in case,LOL! Love that cabinet by the way!

Has anyone heard of this company? It just launched last July and already has over 600 consultants worldwide. How do people do that??

I feel for you on this one! Had the exact same thing happened to us after we added two brand new bedrooms in the basement, new walls,new carpet & new tiles. We moved all the beds & furnitures down there and within two weeks our water heater gave out!Go figure! We never had a problem once with that darn thing ever. We had to hire a guy who brought in 3 major dryers to dry everything up. Hope everything will lighten up for you from now on!

I'm gonna have to say BCN Wine Cellar. I swear to God everytime I open that bottle it smells like someone just let out a big toot!! *faint* That and Country Bumpkin *omph GAG*!

THAT I have in my liquor cabinet! santalol

I bought a bottle of this and it just doesn't cut it. It's more of a spicy smell,nothing creamy or egg noggy. Can anyone suggest what to mix with it to make it more realistic? I'm not good at this type of thing although I can make a real kicked a** egg nog to drink,lol!!

I usually pour halfway, insert the wick and let it cool, adjust the wick and repour.

Has anyone tried making these? I had a few customers asking if I carry them. I know they can be time consuming to make but how do you wick them in a mold and what type of taper mold do you prefer (plastic/metal?, 1 piece/2 piece mold?) I can't seem to find any info in the search forum.

Oh thanks a bunch Bunny! Very valuable info! Shannon

Thanks for the reply! Would you know what's the recommended size for the 4 oz PET Boston bottle? (room spray)

What's the difference in the numbers? 18-410 20-410 and so on Thanks for any info!

Most of the oils I have from them throw pretty strong although I'm trying Vanilla Velvet right now and it's just not throwing at all in my Ecosoy wax neither hot or cold. It's funny because all I hear about is how great it throws and how it's a best seller. They do have nice oils though.