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  1. tangerine
    How much FO do you use?
  2. tangerine
    I saw the first one and I liked it. I saw the second one and I liked it even better!
  3. tangerine
    Yup, go with the recommended amounts for your wax. There are some waxes though, like the Ecosoya CBA, that could sweat even without any FO.
  4. tangerine
    Had to add -- after you've decided on a wick, it would be best to make another candle with the wick stuck to the bottom this time, and test from the beginning all the way till the wax reaches 1/2 inch from the bottom.
  5. tangerine
    For testing purposes, you can pour a candle without a wick. Once it has completely set, you poke a hole in the center using a skewer. Put the wick of choice in (no tab), trim wick, and heat gun lightly in place. Once it has set yet again, you're ready to test that wick. If you find that it doesn't work well --too much hang up, too hot, etc-- you yank it out, heat gun the hang up (if any) to erase memory of previous burn then wait till it sets. When ready, repeat process of putting in another wick.
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    I suggest choosing maybe 1-3 type(s) of wicks and getting a sample pack for each type. It would be best to start with just one type of container and a few fragrances at first so that you don't get overwhelmed with testing. To help you decide which wick types to start with, you could do research on old threads and find which ones others prefer.
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    The numbers are the wick size. The letters are the series/ brand. For LX wicks, for example, LX 8 is the smallest size that Peaks carries, and LX 30 is the biggest. If you find a wick chart, you'd get wick recommendations for a certain diameter of container or pillar. To add to all the confusion, there are cotton, zinc or paper cored wicks, and coreless ones. There are German wicks with American counterparts. You would need to test a few to find your preference.
  8. tangerine
    The purpose of the wick sticker is to hold down the wick for the life of the candle. It shouldn't shift even as you get close to the bottom while burning. I use wick stickers, have never used hot glue so no answer for you as to the hot glue question.
  9. tangerine
    I was wondering if the different spelling will make you harder to find? Like if I googled you, I might not find pitutie but will find you if you were patootie.
  10. tangerine
    Which street fair is this?
  11. tangerine
    10% off to immediate family only.
  12. tangerine
    Nope, not candles. They are stuffed bears dipped in scented wax -- they become air fresheners. Those bears are cute.
  13. tangerine
    I LOVE the colors!
  14. tangerine
    I noticed your container tapers towards the bottom. If there is no wax leftover on the sides during your first 3+ hour burn, the wick might end up being too hot as you get towards the bottom. Check your melt pool as you get farther down. I use a container that's pretty much straight down, but I am ok with a bit of leftover wax on the sides after the first burn. It tends to catch up with subsequent burns. Others prefer no leftover wax from the first burn onwards.
  15. tangerine
    Has anyone heard from Danielle? She hasn't been around since August.
  16. tangerine
    I agree with this. I wouldn't send her the link to CT. Besides, if she comes here, she'll find this thread.
  17. tangerine
    LOL They're both pretty!
  18. tangerine
    Sabrina, Those are really PRETTY!
  19. tangerine
    I LOVE pouring bakery scents.
  20. tangerine
    KWIM is Know What I Mean
  21. tangerine
    Your site is really pretty. Two things though -- 1) I'm not sure if Creme Brulee is also spelled as Creme Brule. 2) You have a picture of a candle named Mis- Behavin' but on your scent list, it's spelled Miss Behavin. I love your candle labels, your pictures, and the overall look of your site.
  22. tangerine
    That looks really nice! What scent did you use?
  23. tangerine
    How about Team Candle?
  24. tangerine
    The Wick Hunter's House:D
  25. tangerine
    See, she's already burned two other people! Seriously though, I don't think those two other people would be as reliable as you think. They could tell you the candle burned well and the throw was good but fail to mention that the melt pool was an inch deep in an hour. Who knows. But now I will walk away because this thread is utterly useless. And like Bruce, I will start to bite my tongue.
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