Daisyd'Light Posted May 18, 2006 Share Posted May 18, 2006 I would like to find a jar and stick with it. Is that lazy of me? With this in mind, how did you decide on what jar to run with?? I'm trying to find something different, thick and not as $$ as most. Did I mention I was running WAY over my budget? Thanks for your input. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bev Posted May 18, 2006 Share Posted May 18, 2006 I started with the 8 oz. jelly jars and 4 oz. quilted jelly jars because they were the easiest to wick and they sell well in my area. I am now testing the 8 oz. square masons. I really like the look of these, am finding them not too difficult to wick, and they, too, sell well in my area. The cost of the jar is higher but they will be priced accordingly. I plan to carry all three of these jars in my line, a price for every budget. Like they say, variety is the spice of life. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bella soy Posted May 18, 2006 Share Posted May 18, 2006 You have to decide what kind of style you are going for. Country, contemporary, classic etc....I decided on the square mason jars because well, I thought they were cute! Dont get me wrong, im not rich or anything but Im going to buy what I like no matter what the cost. I can get a 12 pack of these jars including my choice of lid for 10.00. I dont think thats bad at all. Eventually i will branch into tumblers and votives....but for right now i think its good to master on container before yo move onto the next. keep searching you will find what you are looking for. when i first saw my jars i knew instantly thats what i wanted to use. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hewells Posted May 18, 2006 Share Posted May 18, 2006 We got sample jars, poured some candles and found the easiet ones to use and went with that line. I found that ones that have curves were hard to guage wicking right since they are wider in the middle and smaller on the top and bottom. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AngelaVA Posted May 18, 2006 Share Posted May 18, 2006 I started with the square masons because I liked them and I can get them cheap. This jar has appealed to my more country customers and to my less country customers. I am also testing the status jar because my biz isn't prim/county and I need something different than the square mason. Tins are also on my list to test as well and I already use them for my wickless containers. I would think about what type of image you want to portary (modern, classic, country, etc) and then look at what jars are available at a decent price and that wouldn't take you until the end of days to figure out how to wick. Then pick one and don't look back. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daisyd'Light Posted May 18, 2006 Author Share Posted May 18, 2006 You have to decide what kind of style you are going for. Country, contemporary, classic etc....I decided on the square mason jars because well, I thought they were cute! Dont get me wrong, im not rich or anything but Im going to buy what I like no matter what the cost. I can get a 12 pack of these jars including my choice of lid for 10.00. I dont think thats bad at all. Eventually i will branch into tumblers and votives....but for right now i think its good to master on container before yo move onto the next. keep searching you will find what you are looking for. when i first saw my jars i knew instantly thats what i wanted to use.Is $10.00 including shipping? I've found them for $6.46 for 12 plus shipping. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AngelaVA Posted May 18, 2006 Share Posted May 18, 2006 Is $10.00 including shipping? I've found them for $6.46 for 12 plus shipping.I get mine from Fillmore Container for $5.95, plus shipping Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bella soy Posted May 18, 2006 Share Posted May 18, 2006 yes that includes shipping..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sudsnwicks Posted May 18, 2006 Share Posted May 18, 2006 I use jelly jars and chose them because I can get them locally. If I were to use any other type of jar I would have to pay for shipping. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
7Angela7 Posted May 18, 2006 Share Posted May 18, 2006 I began using hex jars because of the price. I then switched because I wanted a different look, but still wanted it to be fairly easy to wick. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BrandNewToCandles Posted May 18, 2006 Share Posted May 18, 2006 Jelly jars for me, only thing I can find near here and shipping to Newfoundland is a b*tch. $5.88 per dozen. I'm not selling, so the jar needs to only please me...lol. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
candlesbeaulieu Posted May 18, 2006 Share Posted May 18, 2006 I use square mason jars as well as a more modern style jar so it appeals to the country and the more modern styles out there....I have been making candles for 8 years now and I am always over my budget LOL;) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amieelynne Posted May 18, 2006 Share Posted May 18, 2006 budget?? what's that? LOL I use the 16oz masons (those were the easiest by far for me to wick), 16oz apoth and also the square masons...I'm still testing though, because I want some different styles--waiting on a shipment of samples from the jar store. I think wicking comes easier after you have played around with it for a bit, if you are planning on ever selling you might think about what will sell best--because you can always test different wicks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andrealh1975 Posted May 19, 2006 Share Posted May 19, 2006 You have to decide what kind of style you are going for. Country, contemporary, classic etc....I think this is very important!! I think it depends too on where you live/who your target market is. I sell 8oz & 16oz apothecaries. Although I'm in the suburbs, I'm right outside the city and my market wouldn't buy country. Though you may be partial to a particular style, I think you should make what'll sell. HTH Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crafty1_AJ Posted May 19, 2006 Share Posted May 19, 2006 I take into consideration several factors.1. What sells? What do people like the look of?2. What can I get a steady supply of at a reasonable price?3. What is sturdy and can stand up to both heat and shipping well?HTH Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fiftycupsofcoffee Posted May 19, 2006 Share Posted May 19, 2006 I agree with Crafty. I went with what I can get locally. Luckly I have that option, but I still am testing. Maybe you should decide who you want your market to be then, look around at the Farmers Markets if you have one, or local shops and see what is selling. HTH, Connie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ruth Posted May 19, 2006 Share Posted May 19, 2006 I really feel stupid asking this, but when you say "status jar" what is that? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
7Angela7 Posted May 19, 2006 Share Posted May 19, 2006 I really feel stupid asking this, but when you say "status jar" what is that? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ruth Posted May 19, 2006 Share Posted May 19, 2006 Thanks for the picture. I tried to message you to find out where to get these, but it wouldn't let me. Would these be good for wickless? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AngelaVA Posted May 19, 2006 Share Posted May 19, 2006 I've never tried these for wickless, but you can get them from Candles and Supplies and Carolina Candle Supply. There are other suppliers who carry it, I think. Try doing a search on here to find more info. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crafty1_AJ Posted May 20, 2006 Share Posted May 20, 2006 Thanks for the picture. I tried to message you to find out where to get these, but it wouldn't let me. Would these be good for wickless?In my opinion, no. For wickless candles, you want something shallow and wide so the melt pool will get to the top more quickly. Now this is if you're talking about a plate-type candle warmer. Tall jars on those take forever to get fully melted. No melt pool on top = no scent throw.Things might be different with the candle warmers that warm on the sides as well. I have no experience with those, so maybe someone else can help you there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SoapInTheCity Posted May 20, 2006 Share Posted May 20, 2006 The other day, I went to Goodwill (Is this just Canadian?)...you know like a second hand store........and I found medium size mason jars with lids for .29 cents each!!!!!!!!! That works out to $3.48 for 12 !!! You can just spray paint the lids black, copper or whatever color you want!That's the way to be frugal and put more money in your pocket! Even check garage sales! They practically give them away! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Darwin Posted May 20, 2006 Share Posted May 20, 2006 I just use 8oz jars only. When I asked people what size they liked the most; that was what most people said. Plus it is the only size that I have really really really tested the wicking for. I may move to also offer 10 or 12oz jars on a regular basis soon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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