kimmeroo

I use straight paraffin(no stearic or vybar) I heat mine up in a presto pot(turn it to 200*) until it is melted, then take it's temp...I add dye, (@175*)then fragrance oils(i use .5oz.per lb)then stir, stir and stir....pour into already wicked container. Wicking was the hardest for me to understand.Whatever jar you are using...find out the width then wherever you buy your wicks, check the wick chart to see what size to use for that jar.You have to do this with every different jar you are using.Then write it down in a notebook! Personally, I would just work on one jar (usually 8oz.jelly jar) until you get the correct burn,wicking and fragrance.Each fragrance you have may be different size wick...so it is VITAL to TEST! HTH! Sorry so long..but I know what is like just starting out and you are really lucky to have found this board..I have been making candles for 8 years and 6 of them were in the dark, so to speak!!!! Good Luck..............................................Kimmeroo:cheesy2:

I work with kountryexpressions.com.She is awesome and can make whatever size you need! i do have the kraft rectangle labels for my clamshells and large apothecary jars.I think her name is Lisa! She is very reasonable and very prompt!Good luck! Kimmeroo:cheesy2:

I love the 2nd jars!!!! Wow!!! What size jars are they? I love the color of that candle also!!! Kimmeroo:cheesy2:

They work for me! Try making one w/the cd12 then go from there...you may have to wick up on the heavier fo's...it's a start.Good luck!:smiley2: Kimmeroo:cheesy2:

I also use gb415 and I use cd12's in my 8oz.sq. masons.So far so good..even with spiced cranberry. Kimmeroo:cheesy2:

What kind of wax are you using? if it is soy it has to cure...sometimes up to 2 weeks depending on the scent. Kimmeroo:cheesy2:

Thanks ForHisGlory!!!! I just started mixing fo's yesterday and ran across this thread! So helpful!!! I have been looking for a good"Woodland Cabin" scent...I had ordered it somewhere and have been trying to dupe it.So, I mixed, in a dixie cup, 1/4(of the dixie cup) cinnamon stix,1/4 spiced cranberry,the rest balsam! I think it turned out pretty good..but will still keep playing with it. Once again...Thanks!!!! Kimmeroo:cheesy2:

Thanks Scented!! Kimmeroo

I have never heard of santa's pipe! What does it smell like? Darbla, how did the coloring turn out? I live near Canada so I need to do some googling for new places to buy my fo's. kimmeroo

I read on another board where they use puffy paint.HTH! Kimmeroo:cheesy2:

Does anyone know where to get a scent that is close to this? My SIL gave me a couple of their votives for a gift and they smell just like a wreath! i was just looking for a scent close to it.TIA! Kimmeroo

What kind of wax are you using? I usually double wick using 2 CD 6's...if you are single wicking I would start at a CD12...using 100% soy. HTH.. Kimmeroo:cheesy2: DUH!!!!!!!!!!! I didn't see how old this post is!!!! Disregard my post!!!!

I have ordered fromt hem in the past...they are great! It is good to know they will send out samples! Thanx! There are a couple "new" style jars I can ask for! Have you ever used the rectangle style jars?(Like Colonial Candle uses).Are they hard to wick? Thanx again for sharing! Kimmeroo

That's what I would do...paint it on then paint or spray a clearcoat to protect it! HTH! Kimmeroo

Almost ready for a huge craft fair tomorrow! I can't believe it's finally here! Kimmeroo:cheesy2:

What a cool looking pillar! I like those colors! The scents sound wonderful! Good Job MonkeyBritches! Kimmeroo

I love Bittercreek! I am in the process of replacing most of my "old" scents w/one's from Bittercreek! I have tried several places but I have had the best luck there..HTH! Kimmeroo:cheesy2:

I am just finishing up my "spa" line w/the 5oz. bulb jars..and I use the 2.5" round labels for the top of the lid...then it doesn't take away from the looks of the jar(jmo). Good Luck! Kimmeroo:cheesy2:

craft shows? How do you all advertise your products to get ppl to buy? I have one Sat. and am getting ready to print my price list...it occured to me that ppl like to see "Sales"or 20% off etc....I was just curious! I think I am going to offer a buy one get one 1/2 price..that way I am still making money. TIA...Kimmeroo

Your candles look great....where did you get your pics!? They are awesome! I am as we speak working on a scent list but had no idea to find the pics to go with the scents! Your A&F candle...is that the scent name also?(out of the bottle) Kimmeroo:cheesy2:

I used to make those! I did try but you could barely smell it! It was Gardenia...the rest ...nothing. I think the fo burns as fuel! HTH! Kimmeroo

I love those! What a tragic thing to have happen to someone so young! I would love to make some but where do you donate the money and do I have to have a special license or anything? I don't want to just make them and then get into trouble for making them w/out someone's permission!:embarasse TIA!!!! Kimmeroo:D

They would look great in my bedroom! I love those colors and I love chocolate! YUMMY!!!!! Awesome job Georgia! Kimmeroo

I can take a wild guess...I bet it is straight paraffin..they are mottled candles and that is what you use to make a mottled candle! Just a guess!! Kimmeroo

Hi Cherish! I think that is a good idea! You will find out quickly which lid sells best! i switched from the dome to the flat and it worked out better! I don't like the wooden lids,the look is fine but they affect the scent of the candles...at least they do mine.HTH! Kimmeroo