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Thanks to all who replied....yes, I did use a pillar (parafin base) blend in containers and I did not weigh the scent, I used 1 and 1/2 teaspoon per 1/4 lbs wax. What I am understanding is there is no quick and easy way to test anything in candle making! I don't make cantainers so I didn't know you added more scent to the things...anyway, I get the picture. The only way to test is to make a full on 1.5 lbs pillar w/ appropriate wick, color, etc, etc. Thanks again, I have made notes and will proceed as advised!

I ordered a bunch of 1 oz scent testers from Solas - they smell great out of the bottle by the way - but have failed to get a good test candle from the four that I made. I used IGI pillar blend 4625. Poured 1/4 lbs at 190 into containers with 1 and 1/2 t. scent and blended as well as possible. I got no cold throw at all and very little after burning for 2-4 hours. There was a good melt pool but not much scent unless I risked serious burns. I didn't use any dye and the FO seemed to be pretty well incorporated into the wax. In the past I have always made a test candle in the usual way but I was looking for a quicker way to test new scents. What did I do wrong? How do you guys test your scents? Any ideas would be appreciated.

I have found that using more than 1 oz (weight) scent in a wicked candle will produce a "fouled" wick. Also, the waxes that I've used will only hold up to 6% of FO - at least that's what the info from supplier says. Have you gotten any of the scent oils from saveonscents? I would be interested to know if you liked them.

They are beautiful candles, I'd buy them by the case!

Those are absolutely gorgeous1

I don't even know what a tart is...what is it?

I thought everyone wanted scented candles! Is there no end to what I don't know about this business?!

I'm sorry I have to ask this but....up on top of what? Whats a sticky? Is this a new language - I can't even tell what people are talking about sometimes! What is HTP wick, I'm so confused....