Candle guy Posted March 18, 2016 Author Share Posted March 18, 2016 Yes I am agreeing with you on the jar shape. I burned 2 lemon meringues in them as well and the scent was very mild. It sucks because I really love these jars. Hmmmm I can still make them I suppose but what to tell customers if anything lol. I also agree that longer cure times are better if possible. Well thanks again for walking me through this. I always appreciate any help. ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Becky Posted March 18, 2016 Share Posted March 18, 2016 Anyone else want to chime in? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Becky Posted March 18, 2016 Share Posted March 18, 2016 I'm hoping others will chime in with their experiences on that jar... I'm so glad I could help you! This forum really is the best, isn't it? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Candle guy Posted March 18, 2016 Author Share Posted March 18, 2016 I would be lost without this forum lol. It's awesome that everyone takes time out of their lives to help out the less experienced scrubs like myself hahahahaha. ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Becky Posted March 18, 2016 Share Posted March 18, 2016 LOL! I'm going to make some Peach soap now.... Keep me updated! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Candle guy Posted March 18, 2016 Author Share Posted March 18, 2016 Will do thanks again! We will chat soon 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Candle guy Posted March 22, 2016 Author Share Posted March 22, 2016 Becky, OK I have an update! Been testing my libby with Mac apple at 8%and a 60 zinc wick. First 2 burns had a decent amount of hangup but good scent. On the 3rd burn the hangup began falling off and it's looking much better. Thinking by the 4th burn it will burn more off. I am excited about this. I also began burning the Hanseller and gretel in a big square mason with a 51 zinc. The ht is super strong and only had it on for an hour. I will burn it more tonight. The 8oz mason with 51 zinc dances a lot but has a great burn and ht. Finally I used a 44 zinc maybe or whatever you suggested for the jelly jar and wow it has great ht. I used lemon lavender in the jelly. It had a full melt pool in less than an hour but I let it burn for about 4. Jar got pretty warm and want to say hot. I may have to wick down one. How's it going with you? Oh and the Clarus 3022 came in today but haven't been home Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Becky Posted March 22, 2016 Share Posted March 22, 2016 Woo Hoo! That's great news! In the jelly maybe try a 44-28-32z instead of the 44-32-18z That should work, too! I'm so glad it's working for you!! I love the zincs; if only we could minimize the mushrooming! lol Doing good over here, just doing major spring cleaning and organizing...I'm on a rampage! hee hee Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Candle guy Posted March 22, 2016 Author Share Posted March 22, 2016 Yes thank you very much Becky. You know I don't mind the mushrooming at all. The wicks don't even come close to the sooting I have found with other wicks. I will just tell my customers to trim the wick after every burn. I will definitely try a smaller wick in the jelly. Have a feeling I will have to switch back and forth between the two. Spring cleaning sounds like a blast lol. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest OldGlory Posted March 22, 2016 Share Posted March 22, 2016 Sorry I didn't check back in with y'all, lol. 6006 is 70% paraffin (very soft wax) and 30% soy (like a 415). I love zincs in 6006. The burn pattern is just about perfect in my jars. Yes, they have to be trimmed because of the mushrooms, but for a good burn I don't mind the mushrooms. Just as a side note, I screwed up and put zincs in some soy wax - and decided to test burn a few. They burned perfectly. I also tested zincs in belnds of 4630 and 464 at varying levels, and they all burned nicely. The moral to the story is this - try EVERYTHING. You never know when you'll get a winner. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Candle guy Posted March 22, 2016 Author Share Posted March 22, 2016 Thanks Glory it's always nice to hear your input. I will try the zincs in Clarus 3022 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest OldGlory Posted March 22, 2016 Share Posted March 22, 2016 I am so glad you are getting the success you deserve after so much testing! Job well done Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Candle guy Posted March 22, 2016 Author Share Posted March 22, 2016 Thank you Glory! Yes it's been a long road but I couldn't have done it without this website. I especially could not have done any of this without the wisdom from so many people on here. There will be plenty more questions that I will have no doubt but at least I know I can come here. Thanks a million everyone. ? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jfear Posted November 17, 2016 Share Posted November 17, 2016 On the HTP note, I use them religiously and once I've started twisting them they work brilliantly! There are so many pros with HTPs and with just some twisting it obviates the uneven burn. I always twist them prior to adhering them to the glass; making sure to place my fingers where the tab meets the wick so it doesn't come loose in the twisting process. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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