eugenia Posted June 12, 2006 Share Posted June 12, 2006 This is the method I use for all my pillars (I don't use wick pins). Tie a slip knot in your wick. Cut to length. Use a piece of wire to thread the wick through a wick tab, then a piece of rubber, then the mold. Secure at the top with chopsticks and rubber bands. Use a pair of pliers and pull really tight. If tight, these babies will not leak. View from the bottom: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SuzieE Posted June 12, 2006 Share Posted June 12, 2006 Hey that looks great. Smart idea. Thanks for sharing, I might have to trythat next time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cybersix Posted June 12, 2006 Share Posted June 12, 2006 Thanks for sharing this, I have to try it but.. I don't know how to make a slip knot:shocked2:! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lorrie Posted June 12, 2006 Share Posted June 12, 2006 What a great idea!! I am always having problems with my molds leaking. Thanks for the tip! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mizznoobee Posted June 12, 2006 Share Posted June 12, 2006 That is very similar to the jiffy wicker. you can buy it at pourette or genwax. it's not that expensive, but never thought of using other similar items, might be even cheaper, thanks! I think it comes with instructions on the slip knot, btw, but not sure. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eugenia Posted June 12, 2006 Author Share Posted June 12, 2006 I got the idea from the Jiffy Wicker, but never bought one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sudsnwicks Posted June 12, 2006 Share Posted June 12, 2006 Found instructions on how to tie a slip knot here:http://www.chockstone.org/TechTips/SlipKnot.htm Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Candle Man Posted June 12, 2006 Share Posted June 12, 2006 Sounds Like a great idea, if you use that type of wick. I don't use those wicks because thay are to limp and always drown out (when I tested them).I get much better results with primed & tabbed wicks but that's JMO. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ladysj Posted June 12, 2006 Share Posted June 12, 2006 What type of rubber is it? I'm willing to try anything I'm tired of wax running out everywhere lmao Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cybersix Posted June 12, 2006 Share Posted June 12, 2006 Found instructions on how to tie a slip knot here:http://www.chockstone.org/TechTips/SlipKnot.htmthank you very much. I am so dumb that I have to look at it about ten times before understanding something.Slip knot, here I come!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MommaD Posted June 12, 2006 Share Posted June 12, 2006 Oh wow! What do you do with the rubber? Does it just pull off with the tab? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
caradelrae Posted June 12, 2006 Share Posted June 12, 2006 Ok, I grasp the bottom! Thanks for the pic. Now for the top, u say rubber bands and chopsticks...You got a pic of that one? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ladysj Posted June 13, 2006 Share Posted June 13, 2006 You would just take the chopsticks or skewers and put them together wrap rubber bands around each end pull your wick up through the slit HTH Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fredron Posted June 13, 2006 Share Posted June 13, 2006 I've been doing something similar for years. Any kind of knot will do, as long as it can't get through the hole in the wick clip. I use a small square of steel with a hole in it, but the idea is the same. Then after the candle is set up, I use a razor knife and cut the knot off. Just a hint, if you dip the wick in the melting wax before tying the knot in it, it makes it easier to put it through the hole in the rubber. It is also then waxed for burning the candle.FredronWaxes 'n WicksLighting the world one candle at a time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eugenia Posted June 13, 2006 Author Share Posted June 13, 2006 You would just take the chopsticks or skewers and put them together wrap rubber bands around each end pull your wick up through the slit HTHExactly. Not sure where I got the rubber, LOL. Still have the same sheet and it's been 4 years. I think craft foam will work. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
caradelrae Posted June 15, 2006 Share Posted June 15, 2006 You would just take the chopsticks or skewers and put them together wrap rubber bands around each end pull your wick up through the slit HTHYes that helps loads! Been playing with some pillars lately and was having a heck of a time! THanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ladysj Posted June 15, 2006 Share Posted June 15, 2006 Ohhhhhhhh your website is just too cute Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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