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I was thinking sand. Thanks so much, I appreciate your help

Hello all! I've been at this for quite awhile and have never done layered containers. I'm giving it a whirl this morning, but I don't want straight layers, I want a tilted look. Any suggestions on what to prop the containers with while the wax hardens? Thanks

Just an FYI, I tried the beads from Peaks (normally use BCN), but Peaks is way closer. I've never had a problem with the BCN ornies melting in the sun (and I've been making them for almost 5 years), BUT the Peaks one totally melted. It sagged on the string, the shape warped and it was actually sticky and gooey (like when you take them out of the oven). The BCN ones never did that. So long story short, Peaks did not work out for me. Just thought I'd give a heads up.

Phewww.....it was just last night. I had a bit of a panic attack, LOL. All's well this morning They must have been doing maintenance or something. Thanks guys!

Arghhh...I need to work on my site and I can't even get to it. Is anyone else having problems with diyestores? I can't even get to their site. This is so unbelievably frustrating. I'm praying they didn't go belly up or something. I can't imagine them doing so with no notice to customers. Anyone know????

Does anyone know if there is a dupe out there of this fragrance? I have a customer requesting it Here's what the GC description says: Citrus Cream: A fragrant fusion of tangerine and grapefruit accented by gentle hints of berries, plum and vanilla. Any help would be greatly appreciated! Thanks so much!

Same in Chandler, AZ. We have one whole street lined with people who jump up and down and wave their hands everytime you go by (hoping you'll stop and offer them a job). I'm not sure how they're even allowed to be there and it's sort of a given that they're not here legally.

This Gold Canyon Candle plant (unfortunately for me, lol) is right down the road from me. Guess they got in a bit of trouble! http://www.azcentral.com/community/chandler/articles/2008/09/10/20080910chandlerraid0910-ON.html Just thought I'd share.

While I agree that Daystar's oils are far superior to Just Scent, they also cost ALOT more. If you're just doing sachets/ornaments, you might want to go with a company that is a bit cheaper. Daystar's oils are so expensive, it would really cut into your profit margin. Just my $.02.

Thanks I'm going to do a quick test run using the Epsom and see how it does. It seems to be the same size as the Sea Salt, so I'll see how it does dissolving. I appreciate it!

Hi all! I'm working on a new recipe that uses salts. I've been googling like crazy, but can't seem to find a decent answer. I'm trying to find the differences in salts (other than the size/grain etc.). For example, is Epsom Salt better than Sea Salt? Do you guys know if there is a site that might compare the benefits of different types of salts? I'm asking because I can buy Epsom Salt locally and not pay shipping and my recipe calls for Coarse Sea Salt. BUT, I don't want to compromise quality. Any suggestions? TIA

I hear about them too! One of my customers told me about them this summer. She was burning their tarts until I gave her some of mine She said they're not nearly as strong and they're very expensive! I think one clamshell was like $5 something. Anywho...I feel your pain. I hear about them too.

LOL, that was perfect. I deleted it. Nutty. Thank you guys

Thank you guys! I think this woman is just hunting for someone to sue. I don't think I'm even going to respond. Very odd.

Hi all. I received this email this morning and thought I'd get your opinions. It's very weird: I lit 2 candles (each $1) on 4/30/08 9 am on top a refrig cooler, both burned some hours until they burned through their clay pot; the metal container did not burn through, but when other one turned to flame and burned down through cooler for "garbage can fire", it added to fire. My building is SMOKE DAMAGED completely. I am currently cleaning up outside, cleaning walls. Ins covered bldg, not things, so I am stuck doing it all at age 70. I love the odours involved, but I will never light a candle again inside. How do you contain these great smelling candles? to be ABSOLUTELY WITHOUT QUESTION, SAFE? Sincerely, Frankie, a grandma ************************* Okay, first of all, my candles are more than $1 and she never specifically says they're my candles. 2nd of all, I don't sell clay pots and never have. I do sell tins, but what in heavens is she talking about? It burned through the cooler to a garbage can fire? WHAT? Maybe I just haven't had enough caffeine yet, but I'm fairly confused at what in the world she's wanting. Is she just wanting to know how I make sure mine are safe? Any opinions? Thanks.

Nope, they're down. I cannot even check my email. Very frustrating. Hope it's back up soon.

If you don't mind a green apple, Snowtop (ICS now) carries a Green Apple that is blow the doors off strong! But it's fairly tart, not a sweet soft apple.

Sorry, didn't mean to cause controversy. I think everyone has differing opinions on how things should be done. That being said, I have to agree with Di. I know the business world is brutal at times, but that doesn't make it right. BUT, I wouldn't register anyway. They don't have a lick of detail about who's doing what, or what's going on. They raised the prices. They don't have any exhibitors or demonstrators listed. Why would I register? Am I interested in being a vendor at a "CANDLE" conference. No. Why would other chandlers want to buy my candles? Weird. I guess maybe the soaper's might be interested, but it just doesn't seem worth the effort. Last year, at registration time, they already had a list of sponsors, what the workshops were going to be, who would be exhibitors, etc. IMO, which is just that, an opinion (and excuse the lame pun), this years conference won't hold a candle to the past 9 conferences. Okay, I'm done.

Thank you, Di. I knew the dynamics, but wasn't sure I should get into it. And this is why I won't go to the AZGathering. I don't agree at all with what went down. Granted, we may not know all the details. BUT, I've seen the C&D and read enough of the BS to know that it was underhanded. I won't support that. Everyone is entitled to make their own decision, but for me, the decision is clear. Promoting your business is very important. But do you want to associate your business with a dishonest venture? Not me. It's just not how I roll.

Actually, the AZ Conference used to be put on as non-profit. It's now being put on by one person for their own profit.

Yeah, unfortunately, most of those links don't work. Bummer. I'm still hunting!

FYI...found this. Might be outdated. http://www.candlecauldron.com/gatherings.html

I'm telling you...that plane ticket credit is just begging me to go to an out of state conference, LOL. Free plane ticket, tax write off, that's just plain beautiful I know the conference was alot of taking sides, and she said/she said nonsense. Just think I'd like a change this year. Although I really enjoy alot of the sponsors signed up for the AZ one this year (Cara from thesoapjar.com is such a super nice person!). Off to look into Chicago!!!

Not sure on the exact dates. I think all the drama was very unprofessional and childish. I still may go, but I'm thinking I'd like to go elsewhere this year. Just my own personal preference. Might have to look into the Chicago one. Have never been there Thank you guys!

HI all! I have an airline credit (on Southwest) that's burning a whole in my pocket, LOL. We usually have a really great candle and soap making conference here in AZ, but it's changed hands and has turned into a real mess. I think I'll avoid the drama and chaos this year and go elsewhere (and any chance to get out of Arizona is a good one!). Where are some other soap and candle conferences. I'd like a mix of both bath and body and candlemaking. Southwest doesn't fly to MN (BC Convention), so that one's out. Any other conventions that might be worth venturing too? Thanks so much!