Misty

Yep, I don't buy wax from them because of their high prices.

That's the thing. I have two of his slab molds and they haven't done this. The sheet mold is only one inch thick, and makes 12 bars. It makes it easier for swirling, for me anyway. I don't think the soap got too hot. I just hate to use it again, and waste that much soap.

I haven't used the green irish tweed before though, so I don't know if that was the culprit,or not.

Anyone have one of these? I just got one in on Saturday. I soaped green irish tweed in it with a really nice swirl, and it turned pink around the edges. I have other woodfields molds, and they haven't done that.

Just wondering if this has happened to anyone else.

Candles and supplies is in PA, and so is Candlewic. Candle Science is in GA. That's all I can think of right now, as far as suppliers.

I've had my tank for years now, and it still works as good as new. You won't be sorry you purchased it.

Container and pillar waxes are two different things. You might want to try searching for some candle making suppliers on line. That way you can shop for different waxes and wicks. The best wax is what works for you. I personally like a blend of paraffin and soy. Paraffin has great throw, but shrinks too much for my preference. I do production, and don't want to do a lot of repours. Soy on the other hand doesn't throw that great or color well, but it shrinks less, so a blend suits me better.

I don't want tunneling in containers. I want the candle to consume itself as it burns. To get this, you will need to test wicks with wax and container size. You do however, want your pillars to tunnel somewhat, as you don't want the wax to melt beyond the edges of the pillar. This also will take testing with wax and wick.

Since you do live rural, I would try to do my shopping through the internet. Yes you will have to pay shipping, but you will better quality materials than at a craft store. Hang around here and you will get a wealth of info.

Well that settles it for me. I won't be getting anymore wax from KY candle. They drop waxes too often. You can't depend on them.

That's very nice. The box looks like some that I am using for gift baskets in my shop this year. I think they are perfect for valentines day. Great job!

Well, that's me too. I'm all about production, and time is money. I too am a one woman show, and I'm like you, that doesn't leave time to heat jars, heat wax and wait for it to cool to certain temp, etc..

I'm still testing the CBL 130, and the KY parasoy. Thanks for your input. I'm hoping to decide on which one of these I'm going to use soon.

Just curious jennyjoe, what didn't you like about the ky parasoy? I ordered some to test. It seems to have great throw. I also like the CBL130, but am trying both before deciding which one to use.

Thanks

Thanks Maggie. I ordered a sample pack LX wicks to start testing. I hope this works for me, cause I am tired of having to find new blends every few years.

What wick are you using with the CBL 130 Maggie? I used to use ky perfect blend and was trying the 130 with CD wicks and don't get too great of a scent throw.

I've tried quite a few blends to replace the KY perfect blend and can't find anything to work as well as it did. I really get tired of manufacturers messing up a good blend. The same thing happened to me with joy wax. It was great at first and then inconsistency.

I probably would not trust it either, but am wondering how you would dispose of 20 lbs of lye.

SKS packaging also carried these. I don't know if they still do though.

It really is a shame that they can't seem to get their act together. They really have a great product, but their ethics are terribly.

I'm sitting in my shop, trying a tuscan brown warmer now. It did smoke a little at first, until all the wax melted. I think it was just the finish on the warmer heating up. Now that the melted wax has covered the bottom of the dish completely, it isn't smoking any more.

I'll use it for a few days, and see how it does, and let you know.

They are very busy right now. It took me a couple of weeks to get my order.

I just finished setting mine up. Man! That is a lot of decision making. My store is in my husband's building that we just purchased for his company, and I do his office work as well. So, My office is also my store. It is 16 x 13. My desk is also my counter line. My display area is 13 x 10.5 feet. I used outdoor bakers racks for most of my candles.

I was also going for a homey feel, so I put in some chairs and an electric fireplace. I use a few tables for product. Most of my soaps are in trays. It really does have a boutique feel when you walk in. I may get one more display rack.

I've had my tank for years, and no problems with it at all. I wouldn't do without it. I also have their guest bar cutter. Great products.

Could you use a shrink bag for less expensive cover?

What I did was measure out a cup of let's say baking soda, and then weighed it. I did this for each ingredient to get my formula for my soapmaker program. But I still use the cup measurements to actually make the recipe for my bath bombs.

This is the only recipe that I use this type of measuring. Everything else, soap etc., I use weighted measurements.

Sweet cakes FO's are great in candles.

I wouldn't use it in my marketing without their permission. But, if someone asked what brand I used, I don't think that would be a problem. Just don't advertise it without their approval.

The waxed paper is sanitary enough for you to wrap your sandwich in, so I would think it is fine to weigh with.

Thanks Sueh, I was wondering if maybe I needed to cover them. I'll go back to the transparency sheets too. I really love these molds. Just got to get used to them.