AndiWood

I have purchased the new clear molds, with silcome base - Anyone familiar with using these? The removable base prevents you from picking up and dipping in cold water to set. Any advise would be appreciated.

AndiWood

I use hot water to clean everything - works great

Question of the plastic molds - just purchased the poly carb mold with the silicone base - have not made a pour yet, how does this work - base is not attached - the mold just kinda sits on it - so I cannot pick it up and do a cold water dip to set - any comments or advise I would appreciate

Andiwood

Thank you Donita - I saw alot of these sell at a show I was at and the picture I took does not do it justice - it is unique - thanks for the link

Anyone know how to make this candle? I just love it Andi Wood

Answer to why copyright?

I am a candle fanatic and love to see new creations. There are some really beautiful ones out there, I am a fan of small business and crafters, I have seen many new ideas and I often see the mass producers taking these ideas and making them their own. I have read up on copyrights and wondered what you all thought, is it worth it, etc.

Thanks for your responses

Can you copyright your candle designs? I see that copyright note on many websites? Would love to hear your responses.

AndiWood

Thank you so much for this site - what great info -we all should read - there will be a test later

AndiWood:wink2:

Thanks all for your replies-

I am off to google and the guild

Andi Wood:cool2:

Where can I get some information regarding soy wax,vs. veg wax vs. bee wax vs. parafin?

Doing craft fairs for my first year has been alot of fun, I have met some super people (crafters) and heard pros and cons of wax types and use and benefits - would like to get the real facts.

Examples: Was told that burning parafin candles will kill a pet bird? There are many more but you all get my drift.

Thanks so much

Andi Wood

Jeanette

You stated add 1 TBSP to wax before whipping it

What am I adding to make it whiter?

Thanks so much:wink2:

Hey All:

I bought a mixer at a dollar store and found a small container to whip the wax. It did turn out nicely but not what I was looking for.

I want that effect inside my candle shell - this method pretty much was for the top - and did exactly what you all told me it would.

I am on another quest to figure out how to make my candle wax look like it is whipped but more lumpy - like it has a dimension to it.

Thanks so much

Andi Wood

Thank you all for your response - I am going to try this weekend I will keep you all posted on the progress.

AndiWood

Can you tell me a little about this technique?

Can you do it by hand and at what temperature?

Will the end result make the wax look like whipped creamy ?

I would love to try this if I had a little direction.

Thanks so much

AndiWood

The easiest way to even out the tops is to place a cookie sheet over boiling water (your double boiler--if you use one), then carefully place the hurricane top down onto the sheet and lightly press or swirl to even them out.

If you don't use a double boiler you can use your presto pot if its empty of wax. I'd put down a paper towel or two to soak up the excess wax.

If you want you can use a level to make sure that the tops are even, but I have found that if you swirl the hurricane it levels out automatically.

To keep embeds from floating, pour in stages or layers. Don't let the tops of the previous layer completely cool before pouring the next though or you might have lines. The top of the lower layer should be set but not firm.

HTH

I think I will try the double boiler - I used a hot plate and a cookie sheet -did not like result. Thanks so much

I will also try to do the pour in layers - I will let you know how that turns out I was under impression I had to one pour to keep my wall smooth and shiny and intact - but I have remelted a few trying new things.

Thanks again

Not sure what your question is. Are you trying to keep embedded objects in place in the wall of your hurricane? Are you using a hurricane insert? That will help hold larger embeds in place. For smaller or lighter embeds you could use chunks of wax. HTH

Thank you for your response.

My question is I put lots of embeds in walls and some stay put but a few will float or sink after I make my pour-yes I use insert -

When you say use chunks of wax - do you mean embed the embeds in the chunks before I pour?

Thanks

I am new to the craft and have been enjoying every moment. I am going to craft shows and have my candles in some local stores and have met lots of wonderful people who are very supportive of local crafters.

I have a few questions to you experts out there.

What is the best way to level the top of these candles, so that they look even and natural all the way around?

Any suggestions for keeping your embeds in place, keeping them from dropping or floating to the tops?

Thanks you

Andilwood