Thanks!! IndyGirl. I do appreciate all the detail you've provided. Extremely helpful. In addition to researching close to 20 hours this past week for suppliers, supplies, wax types, wick types, containers, instructions, equipment, etc... I spent close to 3 hours this evening reading all the "threads" on this message board specific to wax 4627 and no one seems to provide any specifics on how to deal with the "difficulties"...hence my post request for tips & tricks. I'm looking for a serious long-term hobby and since candle-making isn't cheap, wanted to make my experience as pleasant as possible so I can make many candles for a long, long time. You were great - Thanks!!