Dana Mae

Since I've decided to buy my supplies instead of a kit, I really like the look of an 8oz jar instead of the metal tins that the kit I was going to buy came with.

Is there a reason that tins would be in a kit? Less expensive or easier?

I'd really prefer a jar container.

Thanks again for the advice,

Dana

Oddly enough, the kits from Peak do not give any type of savings (I added up all the components separately)...so I guess I can just order whatever I need from who ever is closest, unless the directions Peak includes are different than on the website or anywhere else I can find.

That said, I guess the quality of the FO would be my next biggest factor in deciding where to buy.

Thank you all for your continuing help!

Dana

I'm in Panama City, Florida. :)Thanks,Dana

The regular container kit comes with IGI 4630. The soy container kit comes with Ecosoya. I can't say I have a preference since I'm just starting... :)I live in FL, in the panhandle area. The shipping from peaks is over 1/2 the cost of the whole kit... So sure, I'm open to suggestions.Thank you for taking the time to reply!Dana

Even though shipping is cost prohibitive I am going to order from Peak as I cannot really find a more local shipper.

This will be my first candle making experience...I am interested in containers and pillars but am going to start with container.

I have no preference over soy or other wax, they offer a kit of either. If I order both kits there would be duplicate in equipment so that would be a waste.

Would either type be easier to attempt for a beginner?

Any other tips or recommendations?

Thank you

Dana

thanks for the responses I appreciate it! :)dana

Hi everyone

Thanks for such a wonderful forum. I am learning a lot.

Before I start gathering supplies, I wondered what is recommended.

Should I buy a starter kit, or gather supplies separately? I've read some that say kits, but not from craft stores.... then others say craft stores are ok to start.

I'm interested in making good quality container and pillars to start.

Thank you in advance for any advice you can share.

Dana