Hi, I'm also new to this candle making business, I love it but its all a matter of getting the right stuff to make it work. I've been using C-3 nad not have any luck with my FO they all smell good cold but when lit they smell like chemicals so I know I need to check out some other company for their FO. I'm heating to 175 and adding Fo at 150, stiring, stiring then pouring about 140 and to tops come out pretty much smooth, sometimes I get sink holes. I must admit I just jump in and started making without doing this reseach that I'm doing now so it's like I'm starting all over again, but very happy that I found this site to help me out, thanks to everyone on this site. Dee