dcroome2005 Posted January 6, 2006 Share Posted January 6, 2006 But I know the only way to learn is to show and ask WHY??? HOW??? WHAT??? lolOK , first time every experiementing with gel.. OHH BOY, do I want to never try this crap again.. How in the world could anyone like gel?? Its a mess to work with.Anyways , here are two pies I just made.. Yeah, I know you proably don't know what it is suppose to be, but -- Its Oreo Cookie.. Don't ask me what I did wrong but it looks like CHIT!The left one has no fragrance.. Why?? Because I forgot to add the darn FO.. After fixing that one up to look like crap, I realized and put Choc Cake FO in for the second one..HELPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPI heated wax to 200 Poured into pyrex cup, whipped, poured and ta da- GOT THIS GARBAGEPlease-- do not feel bad about writing and saying " Yep Christina, it looks like crap" LOLThis deserves the " Most Horrible Picture on CT " awardChristina Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dcroome2005 Posted January 6, 2006 Author Share Posted January 6, 2006 Here is another angle Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
donna4909 Posted January 6, 2006 Share Posted January 6, 2006 They don't look so bad. And don't feel silly, we've all forgot the FO before. I made a batch of 10 cherry pies with no fragrance, and they were supposed to be chrsitmas gifts. :undecidedI personally love gel, and I think it's pretty easy to work with. I melt mine directly on the stove, and gel is much easier to clean up with paraffin. If you drip some on the counter, it just peels right off. Not that I've done that or anything... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dcroome2005 Posted January 6, 2006 Author Share Posted January 6, 2006 I melted this on the stove in a pour pot but it took forever , and I mean forever to melt GRRRRRRRRRRRRRR LOLChristina Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
donna4909 Posted January 6, 2006 Share Posted January 6, 2006 On direct heat or double boiler method?I use a regular saucepan to melt my gel. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dcroome2005 Posted January 6, 2006 Author Share Posted January 6, 2006 i use it the double boiler way.. I will try it the way you say , if there is a next time LOL ty for your PM too Christina Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
donna4909 Posted January 6, 2006 Share Posted January 6, 2006 A double boiler just doesn't cut it with gel. The MP is so high, you really need direct heat. Just make sure you keep an eye on it, and never leave the stove. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dcroome2005 Posted January 6, 2006 Author Share Posted January 6, 2006 Thank you Donna.. I may be calling out for you to help.. Just ordered a blueberry and strawberry (14.95 each) pie kit one that makes 6 each .. ACKKKThank you for your help with me.. I appreciate it.. You are DA BOMB!Christina:D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
donna4909 Posted January 6, 2006 Share Posted January 6, 2006 No problem. Just let me know if you need any help! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
younggrasshper Posted January 6, 2006 Share Posted January 6, 2006 I could tell what they wre so they can't be that bad! I think they're cute! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lin Posted January 6, 2006 Share Posted January 6, 2006 I think you did a good job to but it looks like your wax wasnt cooled and whipped enough as it looks runny. Just whip the wax next time till it looks like whip cream and they should look great. Dont give up as everything seems scary and difficult the first time around. Lin Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
geekrunner Posted January 7, 2006 Share Posted January 7, 2006 Hey they don't look that bad. They actually look like a frozen dessert from DQ. Maybe a Chocolate Pot Pie! Yeah, that's the ticket! geek Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jenniejr Posted January 7, 2006 Share Posted January 7, 2006 C'mon! They don't look that bad! I too, love working with Gel because it seems more forgiving than parafin. I think you're doing great! Keep your chin up! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mtngrl Posted January 7, 2006 Share Posted January 7, 2006 I appreciate your willingness to put yourself out there & asking for feedback, & I really appreciate the saying in your signature line ... did you come up with it or borrow it? Either way, thanks for bringing it into my world. Keep workin' the gel, girl, the 1st few always suck .... well, seldom are they perfect, but you can only get good at something after many episodes of trial & error & learning & doing different. I'm sure things will get better. This is when having a stubborn streak can work in your favor. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sharyl55 Posted January 7, 2006 Share Posted January 7, 2006 Not bad for a 1st try. I melt my gel in a 4 cup glass pyrex measuring cup in the oven. Too scarey to do it on direct heat on the stove. But I have to set my poor old oven (all I know is it's over 25 yrs old) at 250 for the gel to melt. Then mix forever to get the whipped cream look. I've tried a whisk and a fork. Did better with a fork. My problem with gel is the little balls of gel that get everywhere as I try to measure it out. Love the way it peels off after I've poured a candle. Just keep on experimenting. You'll get the hang of it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dcroome2005 Posted January 7, 2006 Author Share Posted January 7, 2006 Thank you all. I know that you all have kept me going and lifted my spirits of the Oreo Crap ( that is what I call it now ) LOLThanks to all the pm's in giving me advice and support and helping me to start with other ones. I appreciate it allGeekrunner- I now want DQ - THANKS LOLMtn- I used to be a terrible teen and always got into fights LOL My dad always told me to never argue with a fool because an onlooker may not notice the difference of who is the fool LOL I just have always loved that saying even though I don't always stick to it. LOLChristina Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jazzbo848 Posted January 8, 2006 Share Posted January 8, 2006 i have found that mixing (about) 1/3 gel (melted) with 2/3 paraffin (melted), letting it cool a bit and then whipping the heck out of it makes a very nice whipped topping look. and it also mounds nicely in the pie shell for a pudding look pie.hth,cheryl Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kate573 Posted January 8, 2006 Share Posted January 8, 2006 I have never done a gel candle. So no clue here,however, it doesn't look as bad as u think..U keep trying and don't give up........Some one on here will help you...Wish I could.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dcroome2005 Posted January 8, 2006 Author Share Posted January 8, 2006 Could I put it on my site without testing and sell it?? LMFAO ok, had to say it but these will not be going on my site at all. I am not even testing these suckers LOL That is how bad I think they are. I am waiting for the other pie kits for blueberry and strawberry ones and then see how I like making those and test them if I feel comfortableChristina Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cozyaromas Posted January 8, 2006 Share Posted January 8, 2006 Christina, they don't look as bad as you think. I just think you are being way to critical of yourself.:awww: I think we sometime expect to much when we first try something out, not realizing that we are going to mess up sometimes. I know I do it all the time. I like it, I automatically knew what it was, oreo cookies are my favorite, especially cookies & cream. Chin up girl, and you'll get it in due time...add it to a scrapbook or something, so you can remember when you started out, I'm sure it will make you smile !!! I'll be looking forward to your next post of the strawberry and blueberry. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lindsaycb Posted January 8, 2006 Share Posted January 8, 2006 I was awful & sooo impatient with gel. I tried it once or twice & gave it up real quick.But yours look way better than mine ever did! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
candlesprite7 Posted January 9, 2006 Share Posted January 9, 2006 Keep trying! You'll get the hang of it. It is true "We are our own worst critics!"I cant wait to see how the other pies look when you get them finished. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dcroome2005 Posted January 9, 2006 Author Share Posted January 9, 2006 Thanks Kim... Can't wait for them to get here. I love trying new things. I sometimes hate posting pictures on here because I see soooo many beautiful candles on here that these "experts" make, but I like posting so I can get feedback on what I should possibly do the next time I try it. I sent those pictures to a few of my friends but let them know I wont be sellign oreo pies anytime soon if at all.. Told them to be on the watch for the blueberry and strawberry pies though because I believe I can make those look good :-) I just love this board. I am addictedChristina Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SatinDucky Posted January 10, 2006 Share Posted January 10, 2006 I don't think they look that bad. Can't help with gel though, never tried it :undecided Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
candlesprite7 Posted January 10, 2006 Share Posted January 10, 2006 I just love this board. I am addictedChristinaMe too! I really spend too much time here....lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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