ChandlerWicks

Perfect sweet & tart. What will you call it? I read the fans are called "CheeseHeads"

Cheesecake with something else?

You can't give up after one try. it looks pretty to me! its such a light color I can't really see. Let the experts guide you they'll be on soon. I've bought roughly 1700 wicks in 3 months & still don't have one that works correctly. Remember that agony?

I'm hitting the like button Scented!!!!!!

Bad so far with candle making, but know food & yumm yumm!

Niiiicccceeee!

I'm soooo jealous! Add more pics please!

Honey Bear

My Favorite, no that won't work but it is my favorite!

Honeynut Bear

Breakfast Bear

Bear Dougnut

I wish I was skilled enough but.... I started with the bead magazines found in most stores. They go step by step also. Your lightbulb will be smokin! I hope this helps a little.

Hi ChappyK,

I just began 3 months ago. I read & test, read & test. I don't think I'll be ready to sell for at least another 7 months the way this is going. but I love it! I was also looking for something & realized I could actually try to make a stronger scented candle then the ones I was buying. I started searching for a name & realized my maiden name meant candle maker. So that part was easy! Read & test everyday if you can, but I am also looking at websites, labels, selling avenues, etc. at the same time. Gotta have something to do while staring at the darn wicks that won't burn correctly! LOL. I use IGI 4627 wax & lots & lots of different wicks.

Celestial Glory

Cosmic Meltdown

Its beautiful whatever its gonna be called!

i do like it. Its a little rough needs more sanding but looks perfect. I still have to order the oils & stuff. Its worth the money.

Did you get your mold from ebay yet? If so, how do you like it??

Great Info!

Thanks Stella, I'll take a look around. Yes, soap oils. I'm starting a spreadsheet (self-taught so not so good) & comparing all the suppliers oils & such that I can find. The shipping is definately different with a lot of the companies. The different prices on the oils is vast also. I'm wondering if it's the quality that makes such a difference?

OceanGazer I don't know if they carry jars, I was changing thoughts mid sentence I'm sure. I was figuring out if the status jars from Dollar Tree were the best buy since I can pick-up. They are! The lids are .48 from www.glasssupplydepot.com & shipping to St. Pete. is only $35

That is is bad news! I was checking on shipping for candle jars to FL. & the price is unbelievable. Are you near enough to them to drive & pick-up?

Placed an order with CG and won't be again. This was last week...still hasn't shipped and the cost was over 20.00 for shipping and tax for a 60.00 order.

Thanks from me too!

OMGoodness! Pretty, Pretty. I'm hooked!

I'm moving to the Tampa/St. Pete. area later this year. In your opinion is there still a market in the surrounding areas for candles & soap. ( If thats not too personal to ask.) TIA!

That is a really great idea Stella! How are you always so awesome?!

re: overall market, well that has changed. I am in Northern Indiana now in Amish Country and I despise the rustic stuff though I know many love it. I CAME from Tampa - in the Westchase area where Spa/Elegant was/is the look I had/have.

Having trouble finding a middle ground! At the end of the day, I want to reflect me but appeal to the area. Oh and SELL !!!

Good Morning

Balsam Rain

Forest Rain Water

Creekside Pine

So gorgeous!

Thank-you, Thank-you!

According to the Wicks Unlimited the CD14 has a lower rate of consumption and smaller flame than the CD12. Melt pool on the 14 is larger than the 12 however.

Here's the wick guide pdf from WU. Bookmark it, it is a very valuable guide: http://www1.stimpson.com/~stimpson/WicksUnlimited.pdf

Thank-you even though the pm offer is for another! I'll be looking you up.

Do your basic research, learn about polarity and fragrance oils etc. Then it really depends on your talent and your patience. If you really think your candle out and then go slowly you can create a fairly decent candle relatively quickly.

My advice is do not use anything that will burn ... so no plastic, no food... shells can also burn. They will soak up the gel ... so if you use shells make sure you crimp your wick above them.

I have made gel candles for over 10 years and still sell them. Used to moderate a gel candle forum and am happy to help you. Just PM me if you'd like some help without sarcasm or a "whose is bigger" contest.

Sooo beautiful!

Thats sounds wonderful. Beautiful candle! Makes me want to try, "once I have the right wick & FO% combo down" maybe in a year or two? LOL

Nice looking candle. For those of you that actually like the smell of Patchouli....mix up an ounce of patchouli and raspberry together and see what you think of that scent.

I will!

Nice! Good luck with it! Let me know how you like it. I had one...that I sold last yr. just like the one I posted...not sure which one to get. But I'm beginning again so it should do.