Sallykate Posted August 10, 2005 Share Posted August 10, 2005 Hello,I have been asked to do a moderate sized xmas fundraiser. It is my first and there will only be about 100-120 students participating. I have a question or two so you will probably see me here bugging you all off and on. I should mention that I will be doing 12 oz container candles. How many presto pots do you think I will need for a fundraiser of this size? I have two.I am trying to keep things simple because this is my first FR. Do you have any advice or words of wisdom for me?I used to "dress" my jars... I do not think that I will do that for such a large project. Any thoughts on this?Thanx guys, I know I will think of more questions! Salykate Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DatCandleMaker Posted August 10, 2005 Share Posted August 10, 2005 Suggestions: 1. I would have as many pots as scents. That way you can by pass the pour pots and fill the container straight from the presto pot. Would save a step. 2. Offer a limited number of scents. 3. If it is the type of fund raiser where the kids take orders, you need to require at least 50% of the fees at the time they place the order. This will cover your costs and keep you from getting stiffed. The remainder is payable UPON delivery of product. 4. Make a detailed contract and have the HEAD of the organization that is hosting the fund raiser sign it. Good luck and congrats!!!Dat Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sallykate Posted August 10, 2005 Author Share Posted August 10, 2005 Great tips Dat! Thanx! It is a fundraiser where the kids do the leg work so I thought about making tarts for each kid to carry with him as he solicits but... is that too much hassle or a good idea? hmmm...I love your idea about the pots. I am thinking of offering only maybe 6 scents for my first time around.Sally Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
topofmurrayhill Posted August 10, 2005 Share Posted August 10, 2005 Just be careful about how many you use at the same time. A Presto Pot is a 10.8 amp appliance. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DatCandleMaker Posted August 10, 2005 Share Posted August 10, 2005 I like the idea of tarts and did them for my first fundraiser too. I saw how the kids used them and mistreated them though so I WILL NOT do them again. If you are doing the order form for them, then put a description on each scent type. I used the fragrance finder to help me write up a description. Good luck. Just remember: YOU ARE THE BOSS. Do commit to more than you think you can handle. and KISS! Keep It Simple Stupid Dat Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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