Brenda (OH) Posted August 19, 2008 Share Posted August 19, 2008 :bump: With all the chaos in wax pricing I am bumping this sticky up . . .Type of Soy or Soy Blend you use? Southern Scentsations Container Parasoy Additives if any? 1/2 tsp Coconut Oil per poundPreferred dyes? Liquid or blocks work equally wellPreferred wick (Not sizes)? zincPouring temp you recommend? 145* - 150*What you do to prevent frosting? Frosting not an issueWhat you do to prevent rough tops? Rough tops not an issueDo you do anything to prevent wet spots? Wet spots are minimal, coconut oil helps Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Firefly Posted November 17, 2008 Share Posted November 17, 2008 I'm in the testing phase again but will post what I've been using.Type of Soy or Soy Blend you use? -started with and still use EL 100% container soy wax and have experimented mixing it with palm-Ecosoya CB Advanced and have mixed in EL with great results and also tried palm with good results as wellAdditives if any?I tried coconut oil once and want to try it again but for me 1/2 TBSP per pound was too much and I tried it with the EL soy.Preferred dyes?-use wax coloured blocks from a Canadian supplierPreferred wick (Not sizes)?-started off with RRD47 for tins and LX for tealights-now I use LX, HTP and have been experimenting with square braid #3 and 44-24-18C for bigger sized containersPouring temp you recommend?-for CB Advanced I use between 130-140-for EL I use between 105-115What you do to prevent frosting?-no issues with CB Advanced-when I do get it with EL I use a heatgun but customers don't seem to mind itWhat you do to prevent rough tops?-no issues with CB-only get it with EL if I pour too hot and use heatgun to fix itDo you do anything to prevent wet spots?this hasn't been a problem for me at all Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FireStarter Posted November 30, 2008 Share Posted November 30, 2008 Hello Everyone! I am **brand** new here, first post, and have only made 4 candles to date (two pillars - not soy, and two 16 oz containers - both soy). For the purpose of this thread, I will give the results I had with my two Soy container candles. Type of Soy or Soy Blend you use? GW-444 (98% Soy / 2% Soy-Based Additive)Additives if any?None other than my FOs and color.Preferred dyes?So far, have only used Peak's dyes; one was a chip the other was liquid. Preferred wick (Not sizes)?For the soy, I have only used RRD. (Have not burned them yet, just made yesterday!)Pouring temp you recommend?I poured both of these at 135* F.What you do to prevent frosting?I did not have any frosting on either candle.What you do to prevent rough tops?I did have tops that looked "lumpy" on one, and the other cracked a little and was also "lumpy". I used a heat gun on both, and seemed to smooth out okay. Do you do anything to prevent wet spots?So far I have not seen any wet spots on these two candles. I did not heat my containers, just wicked and poured.Thanks for this thread!! And this site!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daisypatch Posted January 25, 2009 Share Posted January 25, 2009 Candle newbie here! Type of Soy or Soy Blend you use? EZsoyAdditives if any? NonePreferred dyes? Have only used the blocks.Preferred wick (Not sizes)? HTP want to try Eco.Pouring temp you recommend? @ 100 or less.What you do to prevent frosting? Live with it.What you do to prevent rough tops? Heat gun.Do you do anything to prevent wet spots? Havent seen many. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Monvi33 Posted April 18, 2009 Share Posted April 18, 2009 Newbie and still testing, but will share:Type of Soy or Soy Blend you use? 464Additives if any? nonePreferred dyes? dye chips, but have used liquidPreferred wick (Not sizes)? Eco is my fav, or CSNPouring temp you recommend? 100* slushyWhat you do to prevent frosting? working on it, pouring cool helps most of the time.What you do to prevent rough tops? still working on the best for my conditions, usually nice with low pour temp.Do you do anything to prevent wet spots? usually not a problem, make sure container is clean (don't touch inside with fingers), and love them if they show up! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
leenabug Posted July 18, 2009 Share Posted July 18, 2009 Type of Soy or Soy Blend you use?GW 435Additives if any?Coconut oil 1 tsp per lbPreferred dyes?blocksPreferred wick (Not sizes)?cdPouring temp you recommend?100What you do to prevent frosting?pour at 100, warm jarsWhat you do to prevent rough tops?nothing or hairdryerDo you do anything to prevent wet spots?no Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ScentedLuxuries Posted July 23, 2009 Share Posted July 23, 2009 Type of Soy or Soy Blend you use?Ecosoya CB AdvancedAdditives if any?NonePreferred dyes?Liquid or Dye BlocksPreferred wick (Not sizes)?LXPouring temp you recommend?I don't use a prefered temp. I pour when I'm done stirring.What you do to prevent frosting?CB Advanced doesn't have many frost issuesWhat you do to prevent rough tops?CB Advanced doesn't have rough tops. If it sinks or cracks a little around the wick, I gently and quickly melt with heat gun just enough to smooth it.Do you do anything to prevent wet spots?Nothing Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
safaripat Posted October 25, 2009 Share Posted October 25, 2009 Type of Soy or Soy Blend you use? Soy 415 & Joy waxAdditives if any? nonePreferred dyes? liquid sometimes blockPreferred wick (Not sizes)? CDPouring temp you recommend? right after meltingWhat you do to prevent frosting? don't get noneWhat you do to prevent rough tops? do not get noneDo you do anything to prevent wet spots? nosafaripat Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Craftedinthewoods Posted November 3, 2009 Share Posted November 3, 2009 Type of Soy or Soy Blend you use? EL millenium soyAdditives if any? nonePreferred dyes? dye freePreferred wick (Not sizes)? CD & CDNPouring temp you recommend? 140What you do to prevent frosting? not a problemWhat you do to prevent rough tops? heat gun Do you do anything to prevent wet spots? warm jars Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LyricalConcepts Posted March 3, 2010 Share Posted March 3, 2010 Type of Soy or Soy Blend you use? CB AdvancedAdditives if any? UV InhibitorPreferred dyes? Blocks, PowderedPreferred wick (Not sizes)? CD, HTP, EcoPouring temp you recommend? 120What you do to prevent frosting? Pour cool, used AdvancedWhat you do to prevent rough tops? Don't have anyDo you do anything to prevent wet spots. Pour cool Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JLynne Posted March 13, 2010 Share Posted March 13, 2010 GB 4641/2 T of coconut oil per poundLiquid dyeHTP wicksPour at 135CO to prevent frostingCO to help with rough topsdon't do anything for wet spots Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vicky_CO Posted March 20, 2010 Author Share Posted March 20, 2010 From dreppert This is the reason that the user gave: Wax used: EcoSoya Advance Additives: UV Inhibitor - 1/2Teaspoon per 4lbs wax Preferred Dye: Color Blocks Preferred Wick: RRD Pout Temp: 155 degrees Prevent Frosting: Nothing (99% frost free) Rough Tops: Second Pour regardless Prevent wet spots: Nothing (99% wetting free) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bramoncada Posted May 13, 2010 Share Posted May 13, 2010 Hi Guys I would like your help here. I am going to try to put a soy data base together. If any of you are willing? This is information I would like to collect first. Even if someone has given the same answer for the same kind of wax please answer with your information also. I want as many opinions as possible.Type of Soy or Soy Blend you use?Additives if any?Preferred dyes?Preferred wick (Not sizes)?Pouring temp you recommend?What you do to prevent frosting?What you do to prevent rough tops?Do you do anything to prevent wet spots?I want to put something together in the Tips and FAQ Database and Archive everyone that helps will have their names listed at the bottom of the data base. Credit will be give where credit is due.whats your setup for soy tin cables vicky?:smiley2: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cgoff Posted June 10, 2010 Share Posted June 10, 2010 We have been making both container and pillars out of the same wax, but the mix for additives is different, so:Containers:Type of Soy or Soy Blend you use? Golden Brands GW444Additives if any? N/A Preferred dyes? Candle Science LiquidPreferred wick (Not sizes)? LX Pouring temp you recommend? Pour at 140* into heated containersWhat you do to prevent frosting? NothingWhat you do to prevent rough tops? Heatgun the top 1/4" and let recool slowlyDo you do anything to prevent wet spots? Dishwash containers same day we are pouring, and heat the containers with a heatgun before pouring. For the PillarsType of Soy or Soy Blend you use? GW 444Additives if any? We add 4 "teaspoons" (Wendy's chili spoon) per pound of Vybar 103Preferred dyes? Candle Science liquidPreferred wick (Not sizes)? LXPouring temp you recommend? Heat the metal containers to VERY hot with a heatgun, and pour at 160*What you do to prevent frosting? Heat the containers, cool coveredWhat you do to prevent rough tops? Our pillars are poured upside down (gives beautiful looking pillar), so we don't have rough tops, rather rough bottoms. I just heatgun them out. Do you do anything to prevent wet spots? No because it's not into a containerChris and Lisa Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CandleMakinCutiePie Posted September 2, 2010 Share Posted September 2, 2010 Type of Soy or Soy Blend you use?Ecosoya CB 135Additives if any?NonePreferred dyes?Havn't found a preffered one yetPreferred wick (Not sizes)?HempPouring temp you recommend?170*What you do to prevent frosting?Stir well before pouring and pour at hotter tempWhat you do to prevent rough tops?Pour slowly,use hairdryer to fix topsDo you do anything to prevent wet spots?I try preheating the containers but I still get them Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kdorfman Posted October 26, 2010 Share Posted October 26, 2010 GB 464wick - ECO #10pouring 135yes frostysmooth topno additives as of yet..because I have a perfect burning candle but I just cant get the throw on the scents. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rubyyarn Posted October 31, 2010 Share Posted October 31, 2010 Hi Guys I would like your help here. I am going to try to put a soy data base together. If any of you are willing? This is information I would like to collect first. Even if someone has given the same answer for the same kind of wax please answer with your information also. I want as many opinions as possible.Type of Soy or Soy Blend you use?Additives if any?Preferred dyes?Preferred wick (Not sizes)?Pouring temp you recommend?What you do to prevent frosting?What you do to prevent rough tops?Do you do anything to prevent wet spots?I want to put something together in the Tips and FAQ Database and Archive everyone that helps will have their names listed at the bottom of the data base. Credit will be give where credit is due.Type of soy - Soy 125 (Candlewic) or EZ Soy (Bitter Creek)Additives - beeswax, UV inhibitorDyes - dye chips or blocksWick - RRD or ECOPouring temp - just this side of slushyFrosting - pour as cool as possibleRough tops - beeswax, pour coolWet spots - ignore them Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kdorfman Posted December 1, 2010 Share Posted December 1, 2010 GB 464 soyblend waxno additivesdie chipsECO wickPouring Temp - 122 degreesWarm jars in a heating pad and when ready to use I pour. Rare frosting problems and no wet spots.For rough tops I pour tarts with my candles and I put a glitter shaving on the top to hide the rough. Only when I get the rough spots. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
islandgirl Posted December 2, 2010 Share Posted December 2, 2010 (edited) GB 464wick - ECO #10pouring 135yes frostysmooth topno additives as of yet..because I have a perfect burning candle but I just cant get the throw on the scents.GB 464 soyblend waxno additivesdie chipsECO wickPouring Temp - 122 degreesWarm jars in a heating pad and when ready to use I pour. Rare frosting problems and no wet spots.For rough tops I pour tarts with my candles and I put a glitter shaving on the top to hide the rough. Only when I get the rough spots.You confuse me!! :tiptoe: Edited December 2, 2010 by islandgirl Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VivienneCrow Posted June 22, 2011 Share Posted June 22, 2011 All the materials I got for this candle are from candlemaking.com.au an Australian candle supplier. Type of Soy or Soy Blend you use?Uni-Soy WaxAdditives if any?20% BeeswaxPreferred dyes?N/A (didn't use any)Preferred wick (Not sizes)?Cotton Pre-tabbed Pouring temp you recommend?80CWhat you do to prevent frosting?Nothing, beeswax helps prevent itWhat you do to prevent rough tops?Double pour, 5-10 degrees higher then first pourDo you do anything to prevent wet spots?No Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
annamichelle10 Posted July 16, 2011 Share Posted July 16, 2011 What kind of htp wick did u useGB 4641/2 T of coconut oil per poundLiquid dyeHTP wicksPour at 135CO to prevent frostingCO to help with rough topsdon't do anything for wet spots Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lmc Posted September 1, 2011 Share Posted September 1, 2011 Type-Ecosoya AdvancedAdditives-none neededWick-LX and HTPPour temp-115This wax does not frost and gives consistent smooth topsWet spots-rarely Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chrissy Posted September 17, 2011 Share Posted September 17, 2011 Thank You! U r the best! : ) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stlredbird Posted September 17, 2012 Share Posted September 17, 2012 Great thread! Very helpful for newbs. Once we make a successful candle consistently I'll post up what we use. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
soylights Posted December 7, 2012 Share Posted December 7, 2012 GB 464USAWick-CD, CDN, and CottonDon't use dyesPour Temp-180No frosting and always have smooth topsIgnore Wet SpotsUse this for tarts and candles! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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