APBT Lover Posted March 28, 2006 Share Posted March 28, 2006 Hello, I am new to candle making. VERY new. I was wondering what you all use as your pouring pitcher?? I will be using a Presto Pot, and I would like to mix my scent and dye out of the pot. Also, how much time do I have after I pour the wax into the pouring pitcher?? Do I need to do the mixing fairly quickly as not to let the wax harden in the pitcher??Also, I plan on using glue dots. Do you insert the wick before or after you heat the jar?? I would think before, so you don't get burnt. But, like I said, I am very new!! Thank you to anyone who is reading this and plans to respond! I appreciate it!-Amanda Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smart tart Posted March 28, 2006 Share Posted March 28, 2006 Welcome....Pouring Pot - If I am just pouring a few candles I use pyrex measuring cups...(keep them in the oven at warm) - mix my color and fo in the measuring cup...Depending upon what type of wax you use, there is a recommended temp to heat to, then add color and fo, pour wax into container/mold. Use your manufacturer recommendation then adjust according to your tastes....I use sticky dots.....put them in my container after heating.....Once you give it a try, you'll figure out the way the works best for you!Debbie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crafty1_AJ Posted March 28, 2006 Share Posted March 28, 2006 I put the wick stickums in before heating the jars. So looks like you're good to go either way there! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bttrflikiss Posted March 28, 2006 Share Posted March 28, 2006 i sometimes use a presto pot for melting wax also , Wal Mart has an 8 cup stainless measuring pot that i use to dip wax out and into a larger pouring pot for mixing scent and color , then if my wax cools too much , too soon i have a griddle warm (150*) for warming jars , just sit your pouring pot on there to reheat your wax Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MuskokaMom Posted March 29, 2006 Share Posted March 29, 2006 I use wick stickums or glue gun and secure my wicks before heating the jars. I find if I am gluing after the jars are already warm the tabs tend to slide around a whole lot. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Breanna Posted March 29, 2006 Share Posted March 29, 2006 Hi,,I have my Presto Pot made with the spigots as it is a lot less messy this way BUT I use the Pyrex measuring cups to put my FO, Color. I also have a metal 4 lb pouring pot,,,It depends on what you are mixing,,But if doing a container I heat my wax to 180 then put into my pour pot,, then my color,,and then my FO,,dont stir to quick or you will have a lot of bubbles,,By the time I do this I can pour @ 160 - 165. I would put the glue dots on before heating your jars.For my wicks I use GE Silicone II for Windows and doors,,,wait about 10 minutes and then heat my jars in the oven. Works great. HTH:D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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