lightmyfire Posted May 2, 2018 Share Posted May 2, 2018 I could sure use some suggestions on centering my wicks. I don't mean centering it in the bottom of the container, I've got that down pat. My challenge is centering the wick after the wax is poured and I've attached my popsicle stick with the hole in it and clipped the wick in place. I stand over the container and give my best guess as to whether it's in the center of the container and I'll be danged if 1 out of 4 is consistently off center a bit. I've tried those bow tie wick gizmos but they don't fit properly on my tumblers so the wick isn't centered. Is this just me?? Am I being too type A?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jcandleattic Posted May 2, 2018 Share Posted May 2, 2018 Use a wick centering tool that look like this - They are wonderful. 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lightmyfire Posted May 2, 2018 Author Share Posted May 2, 2018 Thanks! who's the best supplier for those? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jcandleattic Posted May 2, 2018 Share Posted May 2, 2018 I'm not sure anymore - I got mine from Peak many years ago and well before they closed. Here is a thread talking about them - 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TallTayl Posted May 2, 2018 Share Posted May 2, 2018 Sometimes as my candles cool the shrinking wax pull wicks off center a bit. I use a skewer or super thin metal screwdriver to create a little channel to slide it back to center, heat gun and done. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lightmyfire Posted May 2, 2018 Author Share Posted May 2, 2018 I think that's what is happening even though I have them clipped inside the hole in the popsicle stick. I'm going to try this so I can attempt to avoid purchasing yet another gadget. Thank you so much Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tokoo Posted May 2, 2018 Share Posted May 2, 2018 I use cloths pins, I tried the Popsicle sticks, and had the same issue, manly due to them not keeping tension on the wick itself. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lightmyfire Posted May 2, 2018 Author Share Posted May 2, 2018 54 minutes ago, Tokoo said: I use cloths pins, I tried the Popsicle sticks, and had the same issue, manly due to them not keeping tension on the wick itself. this is my system; popsicle stick and hair clip to hold the wick straight....works well. 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tokoo Posted May 2, 2018 Share Posted May 2, 2018 25 minutes ago, lightmyfire said: this is my system; popsicle stick and hair clip to hold the wick straight....works well. That works to lol. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Candybee Posted May 3, 2018 Share Posted May 3, 2018 On 5/2/2018 at 12:25 PM, Jcandleattic said: Use a wick centering tool that look like this - They are wonderful. These! They work terrific! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flicker Posted May 3, 2018 Share Posted May 3, 2018 Bitter Creek sells a variety of them! Different sizes for different jars. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lightmyfire Posted May 3, 2018 Author Share Posted May 3, 2018 1 hour ago, Flicker said: Bitter Creek sells a variety of them! Different sizes for different jars. Thanks! I found them on Palm Beach Candles and Supplies for a great price and cheap USPS shipping! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lightmyfire Posted May 3, 2018 Author Share Posted May 3, 2018 2 hours ago, Candybee said: These! They work terrific! Thanks! I have seen these before but didn't get any because they aren't adjustable. I ordered a couple to see if they will fit on my tumblers. Hopefully they'll be my answer.... 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pam W Posted May 4, 2018 Share Posted May 4, 2018 I use the standard wick bars but as the candles start to cool, I do check them and recenter as needed because the hardening of the wax can pull the wick off center. I'm somewhat obsessive about this...I remove the wick bar, wiggle the wick around to ensure centering and then reattach the wick bar. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lightmyfire Posted May 6, 2018 Author Share Posted May 6, 2018 On 5/4/2018 at 5:03 PM, Pam W said: I use the standard wick bars but as the candles start to cool, I do check them and recenter as needed because the hardening of the wax can pull the wick off center. I'm somewhat obsessive about this...I remove the wick bar, wiggle the wick around to ensure centering and then reattach the wick bar. Great idea---I will be diligent about watching those little suckers and not letting them stray Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Candybee Posted May 6, 2018 Share Posted May 6, 2018 On 5/3/2018 at 6:18 PM, lightmyfire said: Thanks! I have seen these before but didn't get any because they aren't adjustable. I ordered a couple to see if they will fit on my tumblers. Hopefully they'll be my answer.... They come in different sizes for different jars. There are also little plastic adjusters you can put on them to make them fit snug around the jar. I have some I bought years ago so not sure where they sell them now. They look like little flexible plastic rings. They go on the ends of the cross pieces that hold the jar. YOu just slip an adjuster on each end and voile, you have a perfect fit! I rarely use them thou because the sizes the wick holders come in fit a wide variety of jars and don't need an adjustment. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lightmyfire Posted May 6, 2018 Author Share Posted May 6, 2018 Thanks! I'll have to see if I can find the adjusters. I purchased the medium variety and they're too small for my 11 oz tumblers 😞 I might order the large but I might just have to stay with my popsicle stick and clip system and keep a closer eye on the movement after pouring. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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