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I am really surprised you didn't get wick pins in your kit! I got my kit from Cajun and got 12 votive molds with 12 wick pins. You will need 1 for every mold. A couple of days after I got my kit, I ordered another set of 12 w/ pins so I can do more votives (they were cheaper at Cajun). I also bought another presto pot. Remember, the 4794 is a 2 pour wax, and I didn't want to waste time. I told you, I lovvvvve to make candles! Did you not get any candle dyes in your kit? The Peak kits come with chips, I think. But I use liquid dyes. Only because they came in my kit, but I have done searches on this board and think I'll stay with them. You could always order more fo's- a sampler of course! All of Peak's are excellent. I have the rose one but haven't poured it yet. If you like coffee scents, you must try Cappuccino Hazelnut. Others that are incredible are Country Berry Hotcakes, German Chocolate Cake, Hot Cocoa, Mediterranean Fig, Pear Spice, and Lilac. I could go on and on. And if you plan on making lots of votives to start, get more wicks. I use the 36's & 44's and also HTP41's for mine. Have fun~ Valerie

I am trying to restrain myself as well:tiptoe: :tiptoe: :tiptoe: :tiptoe: :tiptoe:

Sorry- I forgot to answer your first question. Actually, I did in my first reply, but then it disappeared and I had to start all over. Anyway, my hubby set up a table in the garage for me and I use a hammer & sometimes chisel (wear safety glasses) to break up wax and weigh it right there. I used to do it on the table, but now mostly just pound it in the box. I need to get a plastic container so the wax doesn't fly all over. I am making a mess out there:laugh2: Well, hubby always says the garage is his territory to clean. Payback time:wink2: Valerie

I think you need 8 posts before you can do private messages, but you can email me if you want:smiley2:

I have only been making candles for a couple of months, but I got a votive making kit from Cajun, and am hooked. Don't be scared:smiley2: . Just be careful. If you don't already have one, get a Presto Pot from Wal-mart (about $30) and while you're there a digital scale ($30). Then make sure you have a thermometer, and never ever leave your melting wax unattended. I started out with the candy thermometers from Wal-Mart, but got a good digital one from Target ($16) that beeps at you when you reach your set temp. Sometimes it annoys me to no end, but it works great. I have made some jars but votives are so easy (if you have wick pins) and fun, and to tell you the truth finding the right wax, wick, & fo combo for containers is slightly intimidating to me. But I am going to do more for sure, just having fun with votives now. Beware~ candlemaking is addictive:drool: If you can keep it as a hobby, count yourself lucky. If you need any more encouragement, PM me. I would be glad to help. Valerie

Ya wouldn't have looked if you weren't guilty:wink2: By the way, don't forget to type in February Ad in comments if you succumb to this guillty pleasure.

New scent sale going on now. 10 new fragrances advertised with 10% off $21-49, 15% off $50-99, and 20% of $100 and up purchase. Also Chocolate Tea is scent of the month and extra 2% off.

I just got one from Tennessee Candle Supplies and it is really good oob. Also have Just Scent's, but haven't poured either yet. Actually, oob I think TCS's is better.

Which Connie are you referring to? The Backwood's Connie doesn't have either Banana Nut Bread or Apple Cinnamon and those are two I would love to try. What is the website? TIA Valerie

I know what you mean cherokeemaiden. It has become quite an addiction for me, too. But I love it! I'm having the time of my life with my nose stuck in bottles, presto pots, and candles:yay: :yay:

Just poured TN Caramel Corn last night. Awesomely strong! Can't wait to burn it!

I haven't tried this from ICS, but I am waiting on a sample from Backwoods. I heard Connie's is to die for:smiley2:

Yuppers Missy. You know what they say about paybacks...:highfive: Have fun!

I haven't put it in wax yet... but oob it smells like a yummy buttery cookie, even maybe like a delicious rum cake someone made us years ago. hth:smiley2:

Stacy is having a special on her new oil samples until Feb 7. If you order Beau Rivage, Dazzle, Enlighten, Flirtatious, and Mahogany for $20, it includes shipping. Type in Happy Anniversary in comment section. I am off......

I have just been testing his oils in 4794 votives and have been really impressed. Pumpkin Vanilla, Apple Butter and Cinnamon Toasted Almonds are awesome. The throw with the Apple Butter is amazing. I have a bunch more to try, but I am definitely ordering more of these and I will also for sure try some new ones, too:smiley2: Thanks for the info. I'll be checking his site. Valerie

OFS has been on my list of suppliers to try for some time now- thanks for the feedback on her oils. Do you know if she ever has sampler sales? I don't ever see them. By the way, thanks to your post on Greenleaf's thread, I just ordered 20 more fo's! I already had my list and knew they were having 10% off, but your post pushed me over the edge. I have to say, I need another fo like I need a hole in my head! lol I never dreamed making candles could turn into such a horrible addiction:yay: ! Valerie

All of the new oils sound fantastic! Surely she will have a sampler sale, won't she?:rolleyes2

Thanks for the input Crafty1:smiley2:

My first order from her last month had an FO that had leaked and was all over. I called to let them know and she said she would credit me back for the mishap. Never happened. Guess I will shop elsewhere.

I tried to find the link for this since it has all of the directions lined out from start to finish, but couldn't find it. Anyway, if you are interested, this is the recipe I am going to use: 8 oz coconut 8 oz lard or palm 16 oz olive 4.5 oz lye 9 oz distilled water I think I am still going to check out soapcalc to be sure even though the recipe said it wasn't necessary:rolleyes2

I finally found lye in a small neighboring town's True Value Hardware store and am now all ready to go. I have a good first time simple soap recipe that is tried and true (found it on this board), so won't have to go to soapcalc, but I am still nervous. I have my Misty Creek 16 bar mold waiting, but my recipe is 2 lbs, and I am not sure how many bars of soap that will make. Need to research more. Good luck Stephanie! I am right there with you:highfive:

I just picked up the last of my ingredients to begin a cp soapmaking addiction- the infamous lye. It was harder than I thought it would be to find. So I am hoping to give it my best shot. Wish me luck:smiley2: Also, pouring more votives. Valerie

Please share what you get and how it smells OOB. I haven't ordered from them yet but have heard good things about their oils. Thanks, Valerie

I got some samples the other day to start soaping. Pear Musk-awesome Clean (type)-very nice Sandalwood Vaniila- great Peony Petals- nothing like any peony I've ever smelled Hyacinth- yuch Lavender Breeze-very nice True Rose-just like the name Hope this helps a little:wink2: Valerie