birdcharm Posted August 7, 2018 Share Posted August 7, 2018 48 minutes ago, ldunleav said: After a lot of testing I have figured out that I like Millennium wax with CD wicks. I get a good throw with a week's cure. Some oils perform better than others of course. :-) I haven't done much reading about Millennium, so I thought I'd finally take a few moments and go out to read on a few sites. I hope you don't mind if I ask you a question about it. It seems to me that this wax is very white rather than a light ivory color as some other soy waxes, is that true? For some candle designs, this could be a nice change. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ldunleav Posted August 7, 2018 Share Posted August 7, 2018 14 minutes ago, birdcharm said: I haven't done much reading about Millennium, so I thought I'd finally take a few moments and go out to read on a few sites. I hope you don't mind if I ask you a question about it. It seems to me that this wax is very white rather than a light ivory color as some other soy waxes, is that true? For some candle designs, this could be a nice change. Hello there. Yes when I started working with it I noticed that it seemed whiter than the 464 I was using. I liked that about it. You can ask all you want. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ScentedPleasurez Posted August 7, 2018 Share Posted August 7, 2018 I use igi 4627 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
birdcharm Posted August 7, 2018 Share Posted August 7, 2018 1 hour ago, ldunleav said: Hello there. Yes when I started working with it I noticed that it seemed whiter than the 464 I was using. I liked that about it. You can ask all you want. That's interesting, thank you! Are there some other major differences that stand out to you in your experience? I see that it comes in pellets rather than flakes, and it seems as though the recommended temperature for heating might be a bit lower. Does it have a shinier appearance at all? Thanks again! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ldunleav Posted August 7, 2018 Share Posted August 7, 2018 24 minutes ago, birdcharm said: That's interesting, thank you! Are there some other major differences that stand out to you in your experience? I see that it comes in pellets rather than flakes, and it seems as though the recommended temperature for heating might be a bit lower. Does it have a shinier appearance at all? Thanks again! I don't really notice it being shinier but its been a bit since i have worked with others to compare. I heat to 160 and add fragrance at 135 then pour when it starts to get milky. Just really was my favorite to work with and am happy with the results. Seems really clean to me (if that makes sense :-)). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
birdcharm Posted August 7, 2018 Share Posted August 7, 2018 2 hours ago, ldunleav said: I don't really notice it being shinier but its been a bit since i have worked with others to compare. I heat to 160 and add fragrance at 135 then pour when it starts to get milky. Just really was my favorite to work with and am happy with the results. Seems really clean to me (if that makes sense :-)). It sounds nice, I may try some this year. I was reading a review and someone said they thought it seemed to be "cleaner burning" or less oily than some others. If I get some, I'll be sure to post my thoughts about it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ldunleav Posted August 8, 2018 Share Posted August 8, 2018 14 hours ago, birdcharm said: It sounds nice, I may try some this year. I was reading a review and someone said they thought it seemed to be "cleaner burning" or less oily than some others. If I get some, I'll be sure to post my thoughts about it! I will be curious to hear your thoughts. I am considering playing with blending it with their 100% soy container wax to cut cost a bit. I liked the container wax for the same reasons as the Millennium but tops with container alone were not as nice. I have talked to a woman that had good results blending container wax with 464...so am curious. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
franu61 Posted August 8, 2018 Share Posted August 8, 2018 464 with htp wicks here Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ellajoan Posted August 15, 2018 Share Posted August 15, 2018 Also a 464 user, but seem to be the only one who likes Premier wicks with it. I read a ton of posts from Old Glory (so helpful) about Premier and gave them a whirl. Works fairly well for me--occaionally need to use ECO or CD for hard to wick scents (mostly smokey ones). Not a fan of how 464 looks after being burned. Would love to try C3, Clarus 3022 or another parasoy blend. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ScentedPleasurez Posted August 16, 2018 Share Posted August 16, 2018 14 hours ago, ellajoan said: Not a fan of how 464 looks after being burned. Someone suggested that i try the 464, i really love the wax that i use though. Do you have a pic to show what you mean? It must be a pretty good wax if you are using it despite not liking it after being burned. I know years ago i purchased a case of wax and when i did my test burns,when the melt pool cooled it was a different shade. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laura C Posted August 22, 2018 Share Posted August 22, 2018 (edited) I have been using Coconut 83 straight and also blended with additives. I have also been using Ultra Wax by General Wax that is a coconut blend. I have not come up with a candle mix that I am satisfied with yet, still learning and testing. I also just recently ordered the IGI 6570 coconut paraffin wax blend to test. Will probably try another coconut soy blend or make my own. So far, I do really like the Coconut 83 but the biggest problem is that strong C&H scent throw is hit or miss, no matter what I do. Then on the opposite end is Ultra coconut Wax, I'm having issues with it making too soft of a candle (unless they just have to cure for several weeks) but the wax has strong C&H scent throw. Maybe I should mix the two and see what I get. 😎 Edited August 22, 2018 by Laura C Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trappeur Posted August 22, 2018 Author Share Posted August 22, 2018 On 8/15/2018 at 10:24 AM, ellajoan said: Also a 464 user, but seem to be the only one who likes Premier wicks with it. I read a ton of posts from Old Glory (so helpful) about Premier and gave them a whirl. Works fairly well for me--occaionally need to use ECO or CD for hard to wick scents (mostly smokey ones). Not a fan of how 464 looks after being burned. Would love to try C3, Clarus 3022 or another parasoy blend. I always loved the C3 b/4 I switched to 464 and never had any problems with it at all...but probably would now with all the stuff that has happened. Oh yes, she loved her Premiers, Old Glory. She made some beautiful candles. I still need to start testing the premiers if I ever get the time.....sigh.... Question Ellajoan.....Does it really matter what the wax looks like after it is burned? As long as it burns good and you have a nice scent is all that really matters? Was just curious, that's all... Trappeur 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GoldieMN Posted August 22, 2018 Share Posted August 22, 2018 I also use 464 with Premiers. CDs once in awhile. GoldieMN Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laura C Posted August 23, 2018 Share Posted August 23, 2018 No one appears to be using the coconut wax blend called Ultra from General Wax in this thread. I will create a new topic for it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jcandleattic Posted August 23, 2018 Share Posted August 23, 2018 21 hours ago, Trappeur said: Does it really matter what the wax looks like after it is burned? As long as it burns good and you have a nice scent is all that really matters? I know consumers don't care, at least none of my friends that burn soy candles care one iota about what a candle looks like after they have it in their home. They care about a nice scent and a well burning candle. Most people who buy/burn soy candles know that the way it looks before, during, and after a burn is just a characteristic of soy. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laura C Posted August 24, 2018 Share Posted August 24, 2018 7 hours ago, Jcandleattic said: I know consumers don't care, at least none of my friends that burn soy candles care one iota about what a candle looks like after they have it in their home. They care about a nice scent and a well burning candle. Most people who buy/burn soy candles know that the way it looks before, during, and after a burn is just a characteristic of soy. I agree. Plus on the other side of the matter, the rough tops just proves that your candle does have soy in it or at least a considerable amount. I think it's a good thing, it sets it apart. But nothing wrong with the smooth, satiny tops either. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crafty1_AJ Posted August 24, 2018 Share Posted August 24, 2018 16 hours ago, Laura C said: I agree. Plus on the other side of the matter, the rough tops just proves that your candle does have soy in it or at least a considerable amount. I think it's a good thing, it sets it apart. On 8/23/2018 at 2:39 PM, Jcandleattic said: I know consumers don't care, at least none of my friends that burn soy candles care one iota about what a candle looks like after they have it in their home. They care about a nice scent and a well burning candle. Most people who buy/burn soy candles know that the way it looks before, during, and after a burn is just a characteristic of soy. Agree with all of these comments. They match my experiences as well. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShelleyF Posted August 27, 2018 Share Posted August 27, 2018 On 8/22/2018 at 4:37 PM, Trappeur said: I always loved the C3 b/4 I switched to 464 and never had any problems with it at all...but probably would now with all the stuff that has happened. Oh yes, she loved her Premiers, Old Glory. She made some beautiful candles. I still need to start testing the premiers if I ever get the time.....sigh.... Question Ellajoan.....Does it really matter what the wax looks like after it is burned? As long as it burns good and you have a nice scent is all that really matters? Was just curious, that's all... Trappeur I was just curious what happened to Old Glory? I saw that she used to be a member and I read a lot of post of hers that was helpful. She doesn't come on here anymore though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TallTayl Posted August 27, 2018 Share Posted August 27, 2018 1 minute ago, ShelleyF said: I was just curious what happened to Old Glory? I saw that she used to be a member and I read a lot of post of hers that was helpful. She doesn't come on here anymore though. Sadly, she passed a couple of years ago. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShelleyF Posted August 27, 2018 Share Posted August 27, 2018 3 minutes ago, TallTayl said: Sadly, she passed a couple of years ago. I'm sorry to hear that. She seems like she really had a passion for candles. And she was a very loved member. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trappeur Posted August 27, 2018 Author Share Posted August 27, 2018 1 hour ago, ShelleyF said: I was just curious what happened to Old Glory? I saw that she used to be a member and I read a lot of post of hers that was helpful. She doesn't come on here anymore though. Hi Shelly, She died so unexpectedly and a neighbor found her...Just horrible! Trappeur 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShelleyF Posted August 27, 2018 Share Posted August 27, 2018 39 minutes ago, Trappeur said: Hi Shelly, She died so unexpectedly and a neighbor found her...Just horrible! Trappeur That is horrible. TT had responded before you saw this and told me she sadly passed. she seems like she would have been on very nice lady and she was very knowledgeable. I've been reading a lot of posts and I found a lot by her this last couple months. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ellajoan Posted August 28, 2018 Share Posted August 28, 2018 I know I have greatly benefited from all of her past posts. You never know how your life can touch people even after you've passed. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laura C Posted August 29, 2018 Share Posted August 29, 2018 20 hours ago, ellajoan said: You never know how your life can touch people even after you've passed. That is so true. May Old Glory rest in peace, her candle will burn forever. 🔥 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trappeur Posted August 29, 2018 Author Share Posted August 29, 2018 How so nice and so true Laura.... Trappeur 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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