CareBear Posted June 4, 2006 Share Posted June 4, 2006 I thought (still think) candles sound like a lot of fun. I figured "how hard can it be? you melt, you pour...." So I got a kit from Michaels to make votives (figured I'd start simple, even though I was conviced it was easy as pie).Um, forgive me for I am dead wrong....Even those little votives, with all those nice instructions, one color, one (bad) scent... Well, obviously it ain't as easy as it seemed.Carol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
topofmurrayhill Posted June 4, 2006 Share Posted June 4, 2006 Give up while you still can, or all is lost.Like your bank account. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kaybee23 Posted June 4, 2006 Share Posted June 4, 2006 Give up while you still can, or all is lost.Like your bank account.LOL! I like that. But mine is not lost, it has vanished. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MasterBaker2 Posted June 4, 2006 Share Posted June 4, 2006 I've had more problems with votives than any other candle. Oh yeah, and say goodbye to your money. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CareBear Posted June 4, 2006 Author Share Posted June 4, 2006 Well, I'm way over my head in B&B anyway, so I guess in for a penny in for a pound....If votives are so problematic, do you have another format you recommend? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
judyvega Posted June 4, 2006 Share Posted June 4, 2006 :rolleyes2 Fool. lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
topofmurrayhill Posted June 4, 2006 Share Posted June 4, 2006 Well, I'm way over my head in B&B anyway, so I guess in for a penny in for a pound....If votives are so problematic, do you have another format you recommend?When you're living in a refrigerator box offering perfect votives for food, don't say I didn't give you good advice. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
valleygrls98 Posted June 4, 2006 Share Posted June 4, 2006 What problems are you having exactly maybe we can help you figure it out.10mins later...... I thought about it for a little bit and I think your problem could be the kit from MIcheals I think there stuff tends to not be the same as the stuff you get from a professional supplier I have heard the kit from Peaks is really good. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MasterBaker2 Posted June 4, 2006 Share Posted June 4, 2006 Well, I'm way over my head in B&B anyway, so I guess in for a penny in for a pound....If votives are so problematic, do you have another format you recommend?Knitting Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Breanna Posted June 4, 2006 Share Posted June 4, 2006 Hi,,Had to jump in here too,,,Peaks has some awesome kits and they have fantastic Fragrance oils. Check them out,, http://www.peakcandle.com/ HTH,,, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dcroome2005 Posted June 4, 2006 Share Posted June 4, 2006 I ditto what Breanna says :-) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jane42 Posted June 4, 2006 Share Posted June 4, 2006 We started out with the votive kit from Cajun candles - that worked out great for us! I don't think the smaller set comes with the wick pins - a MUST for us - but you may be able to pick some up from the classifieds.....Of course, most of our money has been spent at Peak's, so you might as well go ahead and order from them...and throw in some more fragrances...and wicks....and dyes.....yup, there goes your $ But it is FUN! Enjoy!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CareBear Posted June 4, 2006 Author Share Posted June 4, 2006 Knitting Well, unfortunately my obsessive personality led to carpel tunnel syndrome from my knitting (and playing Doom on the computer, but that's another story).Hmmm, from what I hear obsessive personality seems to be something we all have in common. Not sure if I should jump right in or run the other direction screaming... I mean, do I really need ANOTHER obsession?You all are a hoot! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CareBear Posted June 4, 2006 Author Share Posted June 4, 2006 My problem was mostly with technique, I think. The tops looked horrid - if I brought it to a rounded minuscus (sp?) then it had sharp edges, not what I was going for. Plus the second pour must have melted too much of the wax cause my wicks went way off center - and of course I totally messed up the tops trying to bring them back. Guess I should wait till the candles cool completely before topping off? But what about the "edges"? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hope Posted June 5, 2006 Share Posted June 5, 2006 I like votives. Correct me if I'm wrong, but it sounds like a mini-container-poured-votive you have there (wick moving, etc.). IMO, I think it may be difficult for you to get advice b/c of the origin of the kit. If it's Yaley, I don't think they have a message board or some kind of extensive product support. If you use products from more well known/used suppliers, troubleshooting may be easier for you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CareBear Posted June 5, 2006 Author Share Posted June 5, 2006 it sounds like a mini-container-poured-votive you have there (wick moving, etc.). sounds about right.I won't give up, but I might try out a different supplier - once I get a job and have more money to waste, er spend.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scented Posted June 5, 2006 Share Posted June 5, 2006 It's just going to take time practicing with the pour. When you want to get serious about it, invest in a kit from a reputable supplier and some votive wick pins, makes placement of votive wicks a heck of a lot easier. In the meantime you have practice kit you can remelt and work on your pouring. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hope Posted June 5, 2006 Share Posted June 5, 2006 You may have already seen this. http://www.candletech.com/forums/showthread.php?t=23199&page=4The addition of the states is helpful to see who to give my money to next.:smiley2: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CareBear Posted June 5, 2006 Author Share Posted June 5, 2006 It says I can re-use the wicks if I need to melt & re-pour, but how do I do that? I mean, how do I get the wax off of them? Do I just dump the whole candle in my pot? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CareBear Posted June 5, 2006 Author Share Posted June 5, 2006 THANK YOU. This is really handy, since I am already spending a small fortune on B&B supplies....You may have already seen this. http://www.candletech.com/forums/showthread.php?t=23199&page=4The addition of the states is helpful to see who to give my money to next.:smiley2: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scented Posted June 5, 2006 Share Posted June 5, 2006 It says I can re-use the wicks if I need to melt & re-pour, but how do I do that? I mean, how do I get the wax off of them? Do I just dump the whole candle in my pot?Pretty much. Fish the wicking out after the wax has melted. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CareBear Posted June 5, 2006 Author Share Posted June 5, 2006 now THAT I can do Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lauren8479 Posted June 5, 2006 Share Posted June 5, 2006 When you're living in a refrigerator box offering perfect votives for food, don't say I didn't give you good advice.Yeah if you're lucky, you might get a box from C&S after they charge $15 for it! LOL Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eugenia Posted June 5, 2006 Share Posted June 5, 2006 I found votives a great starting point. You need wick pins, the right wax and wicks. Hopefully, some of your B&B stuff will work scent wise so you don't have to sell the kids. Ask questions before you order. We've all spent a fortune already and can steer you clear of some mistakes. I find Candlewic to be the bext wax source for those of us in NJ. They have a $25 minimum and are super fast. I've used C&S many times as well (without event, LOL). I would not recommend either for fragrance.e Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CareBear Posted June 5, 2006 Author Share Posted June 5, 2006 Hopefully, some of your B&B stuff will work scent wise so you don't have to sell the kids. eAnd if I WANT to sell my kids...?E, I think you and I will be great friends! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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