queen_for_a_day Posted June 22, 2006 Share Posted June 22, 2006 Ok I went walking through hobby lobby, and so now here I am. I have always wanted to make my own candles, and seeing the materials there, well needless to say I am getting into it!But I have some general questions, I have been brainstorming some ideas for candles I want. I am not a big fan of the general candles. One that I want to do would involve the use of gel wax over a small accent amount of normal wax, I was curius if this was possible! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smart tart Posted June 22, 2006 Share Posted June 22, 2006 Welcome......You might want to read some of the tutorials and helpful hints for newbies - they are very helpful....And there is a search function on the board.....you may find lots of your questions answered there....if not, feel free to post them!Yes it is certainly possible to use regular parafin and gel....there is a gel section here and if you have questions regarding the gel that would be the place to ask.....Your fo neds to be gel safe even in a mixture of waxes...But again, Welcome!!Debbie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kyle Posted June 22, 2006 Share Posted June 22, 2006 I would start with container candles. Then work your way up. I have learned as evryone here has. Candle making is not easy. But with practice you will master the craft. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CathyinME Posted June 22, 2006 Share Posted June 22, 2006 You can mix the two together. I do a swirl jar with both the gel & container wax in it. Looks really pretty when burning. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
queen_for_a_day Posted June 23, 2006 Author Share Posted June 23, 2006 I just picked up a kit from hobby lobby so I can learn how to do this, thanks for the friendly welcome!And the idea I had that prompted this question... A martini glass container, chocolate colored parafin wax drizzled ont he bottom, and clear gel filled up over that and *POOF* The chocolate Martini Candle perfect for lighting your wet bar (every house has one here in louisiana!) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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