mizbizzyb

Congrats on the feature....however! What if a random customer came to your site and ordered more than you could handle....what would you do? You should always be prepared when it comes to your business. Make it a habit to reorder when you get at a certain point of being out....for instance I reorder when I have one pound of an FO left. I try to keep 2-3 lbs on hand of each scent. You may have to use all of your monies between now and then to get prepared for the what if factor. Another alternative - one that I hate as a consumer, is to offer an alternative....example, if someone wants apple pie scent and you are out maybe offer them something close like apple cinnamon. Some people may not care....me on the other hand would ask for my moolah back asap. Just a few things for you to think about....can you get a loan from your mom, dad, cousins, someone? Seriously....be prepared at all times as you never know you may miss your big opportunity. Off my box now...have a good day.

Glad to hear those FOs worked for you. I only use Banana nut bread and something else I don't remember off tops from them. I thought you were going out of business, did I miss some threads from then to now? :undecided How long did it take you to test those? I am asking cause it takes me forever to test...but I only test one scent at a time for throw and burn so I am not getting mixed candle smells. Any input is appreciated.

I am waiting for the vanilla oak! Pom and cedar - I need to sniff that one!

I am thinking of going with Designer 218 as well. I emailed them with some questions and hopefully things will be a go. Right now I am with go daddy but do my site via FP and having to update things the way I do takes forever and ever and ever....lol.

Yeah unfortunately it is intangible...that is when I pay for any web services (design, logos, etc) I choose my CC as the funding option....cause if they screw me, I am calling my cc and doing a chargeback! Thank goodness this has not happened yet.

I've held my tongue thus far (big surprise huh! -lmao)....don't apologize. People have decisions to make regarding their businesses. It is tough when you have put countless hours in to build something nice and you may be faced with rebuilding things over again from ground zero. You were responding with emotion. That is to be expected when something is a big suprise. I think what everyone needs to do is take two steps back and weigh out your options. List out your pros and cons of staying and going. Take another DIY company and compare it's rates, customer service, programs/software, etc. I for one did get confused on some parts...however I felt this thread was very informative.

Jadewicks (CT member) does an awesome job with labels also

You can contact Jadewicks - she is a member and does good work.

Hit it right on the head.

From what I can see those are cute. Can you attach bigger pictures so we can see more detail? Those look neat.

Spiced Cranberry - just had 3 orders for that on Friday. Chestnuts and brown sugar - another hot request I'm odd...I think it is too hot for those - but I don't turn down orders..lol

C/O can help with cracks and frosting. Beagle - glad you are having good results!

That is another thought.

yeah...don't throw it away. make some use out of it. Firestarters (if they still make those), etc.

I wouldn't.....lol....I just did this last week. I was heated! I would start with an empty pot as the 4794 mixed in may affect the way it burns/throws etc.

I like the hippy hippy shake. Hippy Chic?

LOL - yes. I normally test burn more than one candle at a time - well afterwhile they are smell like candles to me...no particular scent. Well...I bought a competitors candle and thought oh crap that smells good....then I couldn't remember my last batch of testing smelling like that. So, I had to light just one of my candles and sure enough my stuff was just as good (I would say better, but I am modest..ha)and I could smell just that candle scent.

What type of wax are you using?

Are you trying to stick with a holiday theme or rename it for year round?

Classic! lmao That was too good.

I use Mal's and do not get the order until the payment is confirmed. If they pay using a paypal e-check....the order does not show up until the echeck clears.

I just PM her here - lol I am going to have to order one of those with my next order. Nice job Val!

Careful Planning! I work 2 jobs plus candles. What works for me is - whoever beats me home...plugs in the prestos. Then I get home and pour. I have everything layed out (glass, molds, etc) before hand - usually do it in the mornings before work. Then I get home and pour. Packing I hate...but most of the time I can get DH to help with that. My step daughter and her sister are getting in town today......well I have been struggling with time to test burning my new formula of wax. Guess what they are gonna get paid to do? lol. So by the end of their stay I should have at least 80% of my stuff retested.

I am loving these soaps

Those look good.