simply fragrant

Following the advice on this board, I use polypro bags.  I believe if you are using regular ziplock bags from the grocery, those are polyethylene, which tend to "suck" the scent out.  There is a lot of info in the archives about this subject, including where one can purchase polypro bags, as well as other containers to store tarts in.  I get my bags from GTBag.com,(ultra clear)  but I don't recall that they have gallon size.  I believe a friend of mine gets hers from uline.com .  Also, I make paraffin, not soy if that makes a difference. HTH!

Got it, thanks!

Does anybody know if they are still in business?  I have a question and cannot get a return phone call or email.  Perhaps they have a different number or email addy I can get hold of them by?

TIA

My pots have not flaked either after 4 years. I only melt wax, then transfer to pouring pot with a high temp plastic measuring cup to add fo and color, so no utensils for stirring. Oh, and mine do not have spouts on them, I wonder if that has anything to do with flaking?

Very pretty, love the variegated color scheme

The soap is beautiful, and the photo is great!

No, it's not the same type of candle "we make", Chandler! FYI I have developed a wax and wick combo that is out of this world and I'm about to patent it. The entire system can be used indoors and outdoors, wind may be blowing from all directions but the flame will not extinguish. I put the candle underneath a suspended stack of old, dry newspapers, and they did not catch fire (it is equipped with a self-regulating mechanism - top secret). My wax formula contains proteins and vitamins. I always carry a few pounds in my car, just in case I should get stranded in a snow storm and need food. It also makes a perfect solid lotion; also, a few minutes in the microwave, and it'll turn into a perfect hair cuticle smoother... that's right, no more Brillo pad for hair. PM me if you'd like a sample and the combo, k? ;-)

Oh, how I needed a good laugh, thanks Ravens!

Lovely!

It does say within the tutorial "*Not safe to use with traditional candles", but they sure are cute.

Kudos to you! You have beautiful products!

Congratulations, I love hearing success stories!

Cynthia 3030, those are nice. I found the younger crowd likes the bling, so I glitter my votive cups, it does add texture and color, and for whatever reason they sell, especially during the holidays.

I ran across that f/o at http://wickswares.com/ hth!

Another one to try, Josies Attic

http://stores.ebay.com/JosiesAtticCandlesandSupplies?_trksid=p2047675.l2563

Gorgeous! Hope you will be able to show us the cut bars, it sounds awesome!

ohhh, those are so pretty!

I have used 75% 4794 and 25%4627 and had no problem with getting them out of the clam, hth!

Here is one,

http://www.craftserver.com/forums/showthread.php?105468-Custom-Blends-Fall-amp-Christmas-Post-your-recipes&highlight=blends

I let my wax cool to between 135 - 140. Anything higher and the mold starts warping. hth!

Yes, I use the clear plastic molds, especially for seasonal, i.e. pumpkins, leaves, Christmas trees, etc. Just make sure you let your wax cool and they won't warp, I have had mine for 3 years, and they are inexpensive enough to replace if by chance they do warp.

Here is a candle bowl, but I never could find lids, hth.

http://www.jarstore.com/14-oz-Libbey-Candle-Bowl_p_66.html

Oh that hits so close to home!

You are welcome!

I have ordered a few f/o's from Cierra. Pumpkin Cornbread is very strong, I use 4%pp and blend. I just ordered a sample of Frasier fir (Thymes type), oob smells very good. Oatmeal Milk Honey was good in m&P. Buttercream was pretty standard in comparison to other vendors. Customer service is excellent, ordered on Friday, received pkg on Monday! They use flat rate whenever possible. hth

Absolutely gorgeous! Best wishes for your upcoming show..