jakalex

I only use CS Lavender. Great in Ecosoya CB135 & CS Palm waxes!

We all had a blast at the gathering tonight. It was very nice meeting everyone. Hopefully we can have a larger gathering in the fall and have classes, etc.

Thanks to all the suppliers who donated samples & door prizes! All extra samples were given as door prizes. Everyone went home with a very full Goody bag!

A special thanks to The Scent Works Mike & Tish & Diane with candlescience for attending.

Judy & Lin

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Lisa & Marisa

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Mike & Tish (The Scent Works)

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Diane (candlescience) & Lourie (Pinecreek)

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Marisa in one of the Goody bags!

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I couldn't keep Marisa out of those Goody bags!

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Tortoise Shell~ Scented Sea Mist (Bert's)

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Feather/Starburst

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I always cover my palm with boxes and completely cool them. I noticed that my round pillars turned out great, but the ovals did not and they were all poured and cooled at the same time. I will keep playing with them.

That is strange. This wax loves heat! Make sure you pour b/w 190-195 degrees. Are you cooling on a rack also? Maybe cover them with a towel also.

I will be taking the ones I poured last night out this afternoon. Will let ya know how they turned out.

Your candles look great! I just got mine in this week and not all of mine look that good. I did a blue and it was beautiful. Did you use metal molds?

Rae

Thanks. Yes I use CS pillar molds.

This wax is different than the other palm pillar waxes. It is more brittle and you must cool it slowly to obtain the pattern. I cover mine with a thick towel to cool.

I am getting ready to pour a couple more with a blue color. I am going to use the CSN 12 for these.

I ordered from them a few months ago upon a recommendation on the board. Fast Shipping great products! Best prices on organza bags that I have found.

I love the look of palm but it was such a bitch to wick that I gave up. Those look awesome. Have you burned one yet?

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I did start burning one today. I used a CSN 16 but it was a little large for this wax. The melt point on this is 8 degrees less than the others, so I need to wick down.

I have had no problem wicking the other pillar waxes from CS. The pillars were actually easier to wick than the GGLOW!

Heartfelt's simply vanilla is a good extract type vanilla.

Simply Vanilla

This is not over powering...just a wonderfully simple vanilla, that will drift all over your house. Comparable to Partylite's Vanilla, only stronger

http://www.heartfeltcandlesupply.com/FO.html

Thanks for the info. I have several of these in my home that I use!

Note:

This gathering is not being sponsored by any supplier. Sponsored meaning: no supplier is paying for dinner,transportation, etc. The only cost to attendees is that they are responsible for their dinner tab.

1. jakalex~Lisa

2. Marisa

3. Angel~Going2adopt

4. Angel's Sis~Shelly

5. Judy, USMC

6. Pinecreek

7. Kathy

8. Diane (candlescience)

9. Lin

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OH YEAH!! That wax has been on my "to try" list, too! The pattern reminds me of the bottom of a swimming pool. Love it!!

I bet this wax would look beautiful with a blue dye! I will try that next.

Thanks everyone!

Those are just awesome! I love it. I have been weary of even trying it because they don't tend to keep that wax in stock for very long.... haha May just have to get some for myself. Those look great!

I do not think this wax is meant for adding to a regular line. You could do special editions, or just hoard it for yourself! LOL!

I have been wanting to try this wax from CS since it first came out. I finally took the plunge and poured a few today. I was so excited to post this pic I just stuck them in my light box and shot with the flash. I love this look. It has a nice shiny finish also!

Scent: Pumpkin Spice/Patchouli Honey

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Note:

This gathering is not being sponsored by any supplier. Sponsored meaning: no supplier is paying for dinner,transportation, etc. The only cost to attendees is that they are responsible for their dinner tab.

Finished products(Candle/B&

for each attendee. Once all have confirmed I will post the # so you will know how many of each product to bring.

1. jakalex~Lisa

2. Marisa

3. Angel~Going2adopt

4. Angel's Sis~Shelly

5. Judy, USMC

6. Pinecreek

7. Janice

8. Kathy

9. Diane (candlescience)

10.Lin

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12.

That is a neat idea! Love it!

Lavender Vanilla (B&B type) from KY is a great scent. Lavender for survivors.

Tahitian Vanilla from FOH or Very Vanilla from CS.

Pink Sugar from Candlesource or ICS.

These are ones that I have used for Relay for Life or Cancer Awareness.

I try to choose soothing scents that would not bother the cancer patients, if they choose to buy the candles. Chemo makes them very sensitive to scents.

They look great!

Got some samples of golden brands 464 and palm 132 (smooth palm/non crystallizing) from Candle Science so will let you know how I get on with those.

Just some advice on the 464...do not pour this hot! I found that pouring at around 105 degrees or less is better. I pour just as the was starts to cloud.

This has happened to me with several scent samples I have sent people. I weigh it out, put extra postage on it and it usually comes back to add a couple more stamps!:undecided

Those are stunning!! I'm not even a pillar lover and want a set lol. Hmmm can I bribe you to teach me how to make them lol.

LOL! Bribes are welcomed!

is 464 definately one pour? Does it have good glass adhesion?

Thanks!

If you are having trouble with CB 135 being a one pour then you will have trouble with 464 too because in my opinion they are very similar.

I have been pouring CB135 for going on three years now and have never had to do repours. I have been testing the 464 and do not have to do repours with this wax either.

Cranberry Ginger Spice Tea~Color:Light Rust

Melon Berry Tea~Color:Bayberry Green

White Tea & Berries~Color:Rusty Red

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Those Pics look great! LOL!

They are perfect..and surprising for me they sound good. Since I'm not a patchouli lover. Have you ever tried Pumpkin Pie Spice and Patchouli? I tried it cause I love PPS and had to make Pat. Just poured 50/50, it smelled so good, so mixing it is not as awful as it use to be to me.

I actually am a patchouli lover! If you have not tried Flickers Patchouli honey you must! Yummy!!!! I will have to try the mix above. I have some JBN Pumpkin Pie Spice.

:bow: bowin' down to the queen:bow:

Please girl!

Those are beautiful! Which wick did you use?

I use CSN 14 spooled wick. It leaves a nice shell that mostly consumes near the end.

Just bumping this up. 2 spots are still available. Supplier samples and door prizes have arrived. The suppliers have been very generous! I am very excited and look forward to meeting everyone who has signed up!

I will be pm'ing everyone over the weekend with details.

Diane with candlescience will be attending the gathering as a fellow candle maker and a representative of candlescience!

http://www.candlescience.com/

The Scent Works owners Tish & Mike will also be attending the gathering!

http://store.scent-works.com/

Note:

This gathering is not being sponsored by any supplier. Sponsored meaning: no supplier is paying for dinner,transportation, etc. The only cost to attendees is that they are responsible for their dinner tab.

We are still open for attendees. I have planned on 12 for all the samples, etc. that suppliers are sending.

UPDATE:

Supplier samples & Door Prizes:

Backwoods

http://www.backwoodsfragrancesupply.com/

Flickers

http://www.flickersfragrances.com/

FOH

http://www.fragranceoilheaven.com/

Candlescience

http://www.candlescience.com/

The Scent Works

http://store.scent-works.com/

Bert's Heaven Scent

http://bertsheavenscent.com/shop/

A special thanks to all the suppliers who were so gracious to support our gathering!

Gathering Date:

Saturday April 26th

5:00pm

Where:

Meadow Village Restaurant

7400 Nc Highway 50 S,

Benson, NC

Tel: (919) 894-5430

Here is what I would like everyone to bring:

Finished products(Candle/B&

for each attendee. Once all have confirmed I will post the # so you will know how many of each product to bring.

UPDATE:

You only have to bring one item for each person attending. This is like a swap.

Example:

If there are 12 people attending you would bring 12 items only. Then each attendee would leave with 12 items each. Thought this would be a fun way for everyone to sample other's products.

I will provide bags for everyone to put their goodies in.

I have contacted several other suppliers and once I have all the information on who is sending samples I will post.

Red~ Confirmed

1. jakalex~Lisa

2. Marisa

3. Angel~Going2adopt

4. Angel's Sis~Shelly

5. Judy, USMC

6. Pinecreek

7. Janice

8. Kathy

9. Diane (candlescience)

10.Lin

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Invitations have been sent to other NC candle/soapers that are not on the board. I will add their names once confirmed.