Hi Jenn, I know what you mean - each batch of paraffin I get is a new learning experience for me. It can be a pita or if you're in a positive mood, a way to learn more about the wax we play with. I agree with Top, maybe wait until the candle is quite cool before doing the first repour, make the holes a good size, and hopefully then you will only need to do it once - that's if that is the problem. If that isn't, then tell us more and we shall try to help from afar.