Forrest Posted March 16, 2018 Share Posted March 16, 2018 How do you label your glass containers when you are running a test? I’ve been putting a piece of Scotch Tape on the bottom and writing on that, but I’m hoping there is another way that is easier to remove. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TallTayl Posted March 16, 2018 Share Posted March 16, 2018 Packing tape across a printed label on the side. This way I can easily see the wax type, wick etc. at a glance when burning side by side. The label is also in photos for easy reference later. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trappeur Posted March 16, 2018 Share Posted March 16, 2018 14 minutes ago, Forrest said: How do you label your glass containers when you are running a test? I’ve been putting a piece of Scotch Tape on the bottom and writing on that, but I’m hoping there is another way that is easier to remove. Sounds good to me...whatever works for you. This is how I do mine on little pieces of ripped paper and I tape to the side of the jar or put on the bottom. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crafty1_AJ Posted March 16, 2018 Share Posted March 16, 2018 (edited) I use square jars, so I put the label on the side. I don't like having to tip the candle upside down to refer to the label when I'm writing my test-burn notes. My label includes the date poured, FO blend and supplier(s), rate of usage, wax, wick type, and wick size. Then I write the same info on an index card. The index card is for my test burns. I note the date burned, time lit / time extinguished. (In the case of soy testers, I also note the ambient temps, since this can affect rate of burn.) I write down notes about throw and length of time to achieve a full melt pool. I also note unusual things such as if the wick appears to be drowning or tunneling, excessive soot or shrooms, etc. These aren't typical, but if I observe them, I generally pour another tester with a different wick or rate of FO usage. Edited March 16, 2018 by Crafty1_AJ clarification 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Candybee Posted March 16, 2018 Share Posted March 16, 2018 I tape a post it note on the side. Works for me. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kerven Posted March 16, 2018 Share Posted March 16, 2018 Address labels. They sometimes come loose on the ends after a hot pour but they're not meant to stay forever. Used to put them on the bottoms then quickly realized how much of a mistake that was when taking notes during a burn test. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clear Black Posted March 16, 2018 Share Posted March 16, 2018 I use green or blue painters tape 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
birdcharm Posted March 16, 2018 Share Posted March 16, 2018 I use little removable (might be Avery) labels, approx. 1x2" ... there's enough room to write the wick type, size, scent & %, ounces of wax, etc., they stay on as long as you need them and come right off. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Echap77 Posted October 5, 2018 Share Posted October 5, 2018 I am new and this is my first post however I do have a suggestion for easily removable tape. Washi tape comes off very easily and leaves no residue. Just write on it with a sharpie. I have been writing a number on my washi, putting it on the container and then having an index card with the corresponding number for testing. Masking tape would work as well. Maybe this will help someone. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Forrest Posted October 5, 2018 Author Share Posted October 5, 2018 3 hours ago, Echap77 said: I am new and this is my first post however I do have a suggestion for easily removable tape. Washi tape comes off very easily and leaves no residue. Just write on it with a sharpie. I have been writing a number on my washi, putting it on the container and then having an index card with the corresponding number for testing. Masking tape would work as well. Maybe this will help someone. Welcome. I switched to painter's tape and it has worked great for me, but I've never heard of Washi tape, I'll have to check it out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jenni Wix Posted October 6, 2018 Share Posted October 6, 2018 Washi tape is a great idea!😍 You can color code with washi. Washi tape is similar to painter's tape or masking tape, but comes in decorative prints and colors. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Echap77 Posted October 6, 2018 Share Posted October 6, 2018 4 minutes ago, Jenni Wix said: Washi tape is a great idea!😍 You can color code with washi. Washi tape is similar to painter's tape or masking tape, but comes in decorative prints and colors. I must admit I have an addiction to it. Especially the ones you can get at Michaels for 33 cents. The one i like for this purpose actually looks like little labels. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jenni Wix Posted October 6, 2018 Share Posted October 6, 2018 Washi window shopping is what I mostly do. I should use what I already have, more. I definitely want a rainbow set like this though...https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07CVZMRYJ/ref=sspa_dk_detail_0?psc=1&pd_rd_i=B07CVZMRYJ&pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_p=f52e26da-1287-4616-824b-efc564ff75a4&pf_rd_r=G6SVHP8PN5A8SVBS5QFW&pd_rd_wg=525c7&pf_rd_s=desktop-dp-sims&pf_rd_t=40701&pd_rd_w=ShxuR&pf_rd_i=desktop-dp-sims&pd_rd_r=160b3327-c996-11e8-bad0-51e994ee02c6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Echap77 Posted October 7, 2018 Share Posted October 7, 2018 oooohhh I lOVE that, especially for color coding! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wthomas57 Posted October 7, 2018 Share Posted October 7, 2018 I label every tester with numbered labels and then keep a book/chart/spreadsheet with the numbers and their respective details. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Forrest Posted October 8, 2018 Author Share Posted October 8, 2018 2 hours ago, wthomas57 said: I label every tester with numbered labels and then keep a book/chart/spreadsheet with the numbers and their respective details. That is a great idea! I've been writing everything on the label and in a book. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wthomas57 Posted October 8, 2018 Share Posted October 8, 2018 Just now, Forrest said: That is a great idea! I've been writing everything on the label and in a book. I used to do that, but it always got too cluttered and hard to read. I even had labels/notes fall off or misplaced from the test candle sometimes as well. Having all my testing records in one place has worked great. I buy my number tags (sort of like an asset tag without a barcode) in a roll online for very cheap. Has always worked well for me. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gls Posted October 8, 2018 Share Posted October 8, 2018 (edited) I use the removable white contact paper that comes in rolls. It stays on but easy to peel off when needed. I hate trying to get the residue off the jar from address labels!! I also take pictures of the labels to include in my digital notes. i also use contact paper to label all of my storage containers. Edited October 8, 2018 by gls Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Barbara AL Posted October 8, 2018 Share Posted October 8, 2018 I use plain address labels I buy by the sheet at Staples Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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