becky0404 Posted March 13, 2006 Share Posted March 13, 2006 Hi! I am trying to decide where to start with my candle making biz. There is a company called Candle Wealth that has soy wax, fragrance, wicks, colors, etc already tested with one another. This appeals to me so I wouln't have to waste money trying to figure out what works and what doesn't, but I don't know anything about their candles in regards to how they smell, etc. Has anyone ever used their wax and fragrances?Also, a while ago I had requested some information from someone about Mia Bella Candles and they had sent me several samples. The smell from them are AMAZING (they are already made though, you just sell them) and I'd like to be able to make a comparable candle. Do you think it's possible? Thanks!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Candle Man Posted March 13, 2006 Share Posted March 13, 2006 Read this http://www.candletech.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2942&highlight=Candle+WealthAlso New members to this board need to learn how to use the search on this site. Just click on search (not search this thread) then type in. Example candle wealth will get you many posts. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
candlebean Posted March 13, 2006 Share Posted March 13, 2006 I've never heard of candle wealth before, but I would think that you would still want to do all of your own testing, especially if you are going to put your name on it. It's a pain, but so worthwhile in the end.JMHO Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
becky0404 Posted March 13, 2006 Author Share Posted March 13, 2006 Great, thank you for the information!! Looks a little too "complicated" for me. All I want to do is make quality candles without having to spend thousands testing!Thanks again for all your help! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
candlesprite7 Posted March 13, 2006 Share Posted March 13, 2006 Wow good luck on not spending thousands on testing, I know most of us have...Atleast I have....And testing is an ongoing thing...your always going to be doing it.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
becky0404 Posted March 13, 2006 Author Share Posted March 13, 2006 Oh boy, maybe candlemaking isn't for me then . I don't have thousands of dollars to spend on findng what wax works with what scents, etc. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Margaritamama Posted March 13, 2006 Share Posted March 13, 2006 Yup, have to agree with Candlesprite...... I've been making candles for about 8 months now, and am still in the process of testing. Making candles is not just about throwing some fragrance and dye into a pot of wax and VOILA, a candle!!!! There is a lot more to making sure your candles burn well, and safely, so that you do not put the public, or yourself, at risk.So far, I've probably spent close to $1500 on melting pots, waxes, wicks, FO's (which can turn into an addiction), additives, dyes and molds. The list is endless........Good luck! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sudsnwicks Posted March 13, 2006 Share Posted March 13, 2006 Becky, you could start small to see how you like it. You can get a starter kit for $50. It will have everything you need except for the scale which would be another $30 or so. So with $100 you could start learning and see if this is something you might like doing. Even if you had $1500 to spend, you wouldn't want to buy all the stuff until you know it is what you really want. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mei-Mei Posted March 13, 2006 Share Posted March 13, 2006 Testing is an ongoing process. I just started in October and I've already spent thousands. I wouldn't consider putting my name on something that I hadn't thoroughly tested to my satisfaction.Any item you choose to sell, whether it be candles or cookies or furniture is going to require an investment of time and money. There aren't any easy roads to a quality product. Even if someone gives you an exact formulation of wick, wax and scent things such as altitude can effect the outcome. That's why it's always better to do what you love, because the investment will be worth it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
candlesprite7 Posted March 13, 2006 Share Posted March 13, 2006 Becky, you could start small to see how you like it. You can get a starter kit for $50. It will have everything you need except for the scale which would be another $30 or so. So with $100 you could start learning and see if this is something you might like doing. Even if you had $1500 to spend, you wouldn't want to buy all the stuff until you know it is what you really want.I agree completely, I forgot to say that...LOL...Starter kits are the perfect way to check out candle making without spending hundreds all at once.Just do a search for candlemaking starter kits and you'll find one you like.Just have fun with it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mei-Mei Posted March 13, 2006 Share Posted March 13, 2006 I agree completely, I forgot to say that...LOL...Starter kits are the perfect way to check out candle making without spending hundreds all at once.Just do a search for candlemaking starter kits and you'll find one you like.Just have fun with it!I forgot to say that too! I meant to suggest buying an inexpensive kit. I started with one from Cierra Candles. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bev Posted March 13, 2006 Share Posted March 13, 2006 I agree. Try a kit and see how you like it. Be careful, though ... you may get bitten by the candle addiction bug!! Have fun!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kelley Posted March 14, 2006 Share Posted March 14, 2006 I agree. Try a kit and see how you like it. Be careful, though ... you may get bitten by the candle addiction bug!! Have fun!!Got my kit from Peaks. Candle addiction bug bit me! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alhughes Posted March 15, 2006 Share Posted March 15, 2006 i started with them & yes they are suppose to be experts but what they don't tell you is they are more than helpful if you want to recruit people but if you just want to make candles they will leave you in the dust. I don't even hear from my sponsor anymore cause i told here i want to make candles. besides that, their products are VERY expensive & they never had the good fo in stock. i was able to venture out on my own to find just as good of products for alot less example 50lbs of wax $75.00 & no matter what you get you must test. they didn't tell me that either till i found all my 12oz jelly jars were lousy. so i burn they myself. if you want to make candles by samples of wax also natures garden has some excellent candle kits alot cheaper. hope this helps Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
funnygirl Posted March 15, 2006 Share Posted March 15, 2006 Im not with them, but I have been to their site, and their prices are fliping HIGH! You could do alot of testing for alot less. I agree with going with a kit. You can get just as much for so much less by going that way. Just searching around the boards here will give you a pretty good idea of what works (most of the time) and what doesnt. Yeah, everyone will have some different results, but you can at least get a good idea of where to start.HTH!Brandy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Christy2703 Posted June 9, 2006 Share Posted June 9, 2006 I think you really should look into Candlewealth, I sent communication a couple of times asking questions and have received answers to those questions. I was sent a zip lock container that had enough soy wax and fragrance to make myself a Great smelling candle!( it comes with instructions and doesn't take that much time to make, I was sent creme brulee fragrance). I am looking at signing up for their candle making kit, I love candle and to have a natural candle that is NOT made out of Parafin is a wonderful thing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
islandgirl Posted June 9, 2006 Share Posted June 9, 2006 I think you really should look into Candlewealth, I sent communication a couple of times asking questions and have received answers to those questions. I was sent a zip lock container that had enough soy wax and fragrance to make myself a Great smelling candle!( it comes with instructions and doesn't take that much time to make, I was sent creme brulee fragrance). I am looking at signing up for their candle making kit, I love candle and to have a natural candle that is NOT made out of Parafin is a wonderful thing.:rolleyes2 :rolleyes2 :rolleyes2 I think you should save your self Lots of Money and try a soy candle kit from a supplier.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
charity4candles Posted June 9, 2006 Share Posted June 9, 2006 I totally agree w/ Islandgirl! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scented Posted June 10, 2006 Share Posted June 10, 2006 I was sent a zip lock container that had enough soy wax and fragrance to make myself a Great smelling candle!( it comes with instructions and doesn't take that much time to make, I was sent creme brulee fragrance). I am looking at signing up for their candle making kit, I love candle and to have a natural candle that is NOT made out of Parafin is a wonderful thing.It ain't natural if you have creme brulee fragrance in it ... just thought I would point that out. Afterall that's a naturally made fragrance?Eeeww paraffin. <Shivers> Get real, please. Do you think they squeeze soywax straight from bean? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
prairieannie Posted June 10, 2006 Share Posted June 10, 2006 It ain't natural if you have creme brulee fragrance in it ... just thought I would point that out. Afterall that's a naturally made fragrance. Eeeww paraffin. <Shivers> Get real, please. Do you think they squeeze soywax straight from bean?Definately agree! I'd probably educate myself a little better before I buy into such claims as the Candlewealth folks love to make! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sweet68cam Posted June 10, 2006 Share Posted June 10, 2006 Oh wow are we on the candle wealth thing again..lol That program is such a disgrace to true candlemaking IMO..such a shame that people fall into all that bull:rolleyes2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grandmaskitchen Posted June 10, 2006 Share Posted June 10, 2006 Buy yourself a simple candle making kit and go from there. Why spend a ton of money and then decide it isn't what you really want to do. You can always come back here to the forum for all the answers you need to make a better candle. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kyle Posted June 10, 2006 Share Posted June 10, 2006 Multi level marketing is a scam. You make more signing people up then selling a product. Research and the truth will set you free. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ladysj Posted June 10, 2006 Share Posted June 10, 2006 I am down to my last maybe 8 pounds of their NV Soy. I am so glad that I got it for free. This stuff is a PITA to get properly wicked for it to burn right, the frosting is atrocious. I have had to add other waxes to it to get a nice smooth top and no frosting. They make it sound so simple just melt, color, scent and pour. Bull Hockey!!! And I do agree their prices are outrageous. I will be glad when the last of this is gone. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
charlena Posted June 11, 2006 Share Posted June 11, 2006 What I have read by everyone on this question is true, and by the way hi I'm new to this sight, I have been making candles for about a year and prefer parraffin IGI 1274 mottling wax, I love the way it looks in the jars, and yes you will spend quite a bit making candles and it will always be a forever testing project, because there is always new products to try. I do really well and love this business, that at the end of the month I will be opening up my own web sight, I order a lot from Peak candles, Bittercreek, Save on Scents and Candle and Supplies and Lone Star Candle Supply, Inc I also use the IGI 1945 for wickless candles, I do know all the big candle companies have there own chemist and as far as I know we will never find out the exact formula they use, but one that I feel is taking the industry by storm is Wick Woods by Virginia Candles, you actually burn wood instead of a wick and it sounds like fire, I do not know if they have an exclusive patent on it as I would love to try it, But if I were you burn you favorite candle and keep making one till it smells as strong. Hope this Helps and sorry for the long winded letter. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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