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Thank you EricofAZ for the info. I have been leaning towards the LLC/S-Corp. entity but just was not sure. Less paperwork sounds good. I appreciate your feedback!

I have been reading up from the threads as well as some books about the protection an S-Corp or LLC gives you. And I greatly agree that a corporation is the best way to go to protect your personal assets. But I was just wondering how many people out there have a Corporation vs. a Sole Proprietorship? I would be new to selling my candles and was thinking since I am not sure of how much I could make,etc. - would it be wise to start out as a Corp? The State of California charges you $800.00 just to be a Corp. Just was wondering what others thoughts are on this subject (If you were starting out new to selling). Just need some other opinions on this subject! Thanks for any comments/input you may have!

Jeanie: I just got back on to this thread - I had to go to the store but could not wait to get back so I could log back on and read more recipes! Seems like I am already addicted and I haven't even started yet! Now I am ready to order some supplies!

Thank you Candybee for the great recipes. I have never done M & P soap but I am really excited to start learning. You are very generous to post recipes and offer your support! Thanks so much!!

I have been using 464 for several years and I love it. And it also will leave some residue like you have. It is a great wax and what you have is normal for this wax. I agree with Candybee that to have a "clean" glass the others may have been a soy blend.

I am glad that I read this today. I have been making my Soy candles for about 5 years now and I am starting to give more out to friends and they love them. I keep going around and around about starting my candle business. I have tested my Soy candles and they are safe and have a great HT as well as a CT. So I just need to get on with it! Thank you for your post - I need to print out what you said and use it as a reminder in times when I am in doubt! What you said is very true!

I have more of a frosting problem with my 464 in the winter months and I was about to give up on dye. But what Stella had mentioned about dye kept me trying and so far I have found that I have more positive results using liquid dye than the Reddi-Glo chips. I know it is not Winter yet but I think if I keep a warmer room temp when pouring in the Winter and use the liquid dye I might be frost free... On the other side of the coin I do like and use the natural color of the wax for some of my fragrances. I guess I like both!

I have tried mixing 50% Palm and 50% 464 just for fun and it gives a great HT for those FO's that I have problems with in my 464. The appearance may need some help......

I have used 464 for over 2 years (maybe 3) and cd wicks are the way I go. I get mine at candlesandsupplies.com. I have tested many many wicks in the 464 and cd wicks are my favorite. Good luck with your testing!

I use Peak for my Palm wax and I have had no issues with it. I live in CA so shipping is cheaper for me although the wax is about $2.00 more than what CS sold it for. I use the Pillar wax and enjoy making them! At this point I am not planing to stop now - just got through with all of my testing!

I love the 464. I have tried both waxes and the 464 does better in my opinion with the HT than the C-3. 464 also has a creamy top too when poured at the right temp. Where I am at in California if I pour the 464 at 150 and I have a perfect top everytime.

I am just starting up my candle business and want a specific design for my Logo. Does anyone have any suggestions on a company/person that does good work. Or maybe a software program that will help me create/customize lables and tags . My ideas are simple but I don't really want to use an already created icon which it seems so many sites have. If anyone has any suggestions I will greatly appreciate your ideas. Thank you!!

I agree with you and Catlover. Thanks so much for your advice!

Thank you for your input. It really helps to hear from people who are selling and going to shows. I think keeping it simple is the best way to approach the business. I was at a show where a candle maker was selling soy candles, lotion, bath crystals and candle accessories. I was overwhelmed by all of the product I ended up not buying anything because I cound't make up my mind. Learned from experience I guess! Thanks again!

I was thinking that too - try to keep it simple so to speak. Thanks for your opinion! It helps!