You can also just use metal tape to wick your pillars. put the wick through the hole with about an inch on the outside and use the metal tape to tape it down, covering the hole as well. Then just put your wick in a wick bar and pour. Easy. Just be sure you get high temp tape - otherwise it will come loose when the heat hits it and you'll have the same mess - and be sure the tape is good and secure, pressed down well. ets - and yes, I've had the same type of mess before!! You're not alone!!