kdmorgan Posted September 1, 2006 Share Posted September 1, 2006 I finally had a chance to make my first candle Saturday night and WHAT a disaster. It all started with the mold. I only have 1oz samples of FO but the mold I bought needed almost 2lbs of wax. I decided to make a smaller candle in the large mold because I really wanted it to smell good and I really wanted to make a candle! The first thing I did was prime my wick and then I threaded it through the mold then started to screw in the wick screw and snapped the end off the wick! After doing that twice I finally got my mold rigged up.I decided to use candy corn FO and use my orange dye block (don't have a lot of supplies yet). Well ,my son came in and started looking at the sunflower dye I had and ended up setting it right next to where I was working. You guessed it, I put the sunflower in instead. Well if that wasn't bad enough, I decided to add a little black to darken it up (not the best idea I've ever had).You would think after all that the bad luck would be over. After all the only thing left is to pour the candle and let it set up, right? NOPE! I was so excited about seeing my ugly candle that I tryed to pull it out of the mold too soon and pulled the wick right out . I rethreaded the wick went to put my wick tab on and I couldn't even find them. This is one of the ugliest candles I have ever seen. This picture actually makes it look better but for some reason I just love it!I LMAO every time I picture myself Forrest Gumping it around the kitchen and thought you guys might enjoy it too. I always wondered what perfect candle everyone made that got them hooked on this but now I'm guessing it was probably more of a determination to get it right. More supplies are on the way as we speak![ATTACH]8038[/ATTACH] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The_Dallas_Texas_Dean Posted September 1, 2006 Share Posted September 1, 2006 I have seen much much worse from people that can not say it is their first! Loved the story...just cracked me UP!Keep at it....I think your candle would look great in my cabin! It has a very rugged look to it! I like it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kdmorgan Posted September 1, 2006 Author Share Posted September 1, 2006 I have seen much much worse from people that can not say it is their first! Loved the story...just cracked me UP!Keep at it....I think your candle would look great in my cabin! It has a very rugged look to it! I like it!Thanks so much, I really appreciate the encouragement. Hopefully in a few months I'll be able to post something a little more eye-pleasing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scented Posted September 1, 2006 Share Posted September 1, 2006 So the color is off lol. Now you've got your first under your belt. I agree with Michael, I've seen much worse and they weren't firsts either. Heck I can outdo you with some of my tinkerings alone Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michi Posted September 1, 2006 Share Posted September 1, 2006 Actually it looks like the color I use for my banana nutbread candles, not bad. Of course I know it doesn't really "go" with candy corn, but hey, like Michael and Scented said, I've seen much worse than that, I actually like it myself, so it's not a total disaster although I know what you mean, cuz the getting to this point WAS the disaster. LOL Welcome to your new addiction!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Everito Bandito Posted September 1, 2006 Share Posted September 1, 2006 It looks kind of like banana nut bread,(guess Michi and I were writing at the same time - only I was slower..lol.) uh humm I mean candy corn. I have had my fair share of rejects that looked much worse than your first ever thought about.I think that for many people, their first pillar pour has a little bit of apprehension to go along with a bit of excitement. I know mine did.It will get easier with each one unless you do like I do and keep coming up with other new "ideas" right in the middle of the pour. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lsbennis Posted September 1, 2006 Share Posted September 1, 2006 lol...that is such a cute and funny story:laugh2:...I give you credit for your attempt it really does not look that bad at all...I have not even considerd making a pillar yet and I'm sure when I do it will leave a lot to be desired. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slyfoxy46628 Posted September 1, 2006 Share Posted September 1, 2006 You crack me up KD! LOL I hope you have better luck the next time you make candles. Thanks for the story!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mammapajama Posted September 1, 2006 Share Posted September 1, 2006 I think it's got a lot of character.You did a great job! I started with pillars. You never know what you may be pulling out of that mold.:smiley2: The color in the picture is cool. It looks kind of rustic too, not sure if that was what you were going for...Thanks for the funny story I am LMAO! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
candlesprite7 Posted September 1, 2006 Share Posted September 1, 2006 Shoot that doesnt look bad at all...Loved the Story that was great!I've definitely made worse looking candles...Good job and keep at it... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kdmorgan Posted September 1, 2006 Author Share Posted September 1, 2006 You guys are all so great and way way waaaay too kind! Thanks so much. I hope everyone has a great labor day weekend and good luck to everyone doing shows this weekend. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Garf Posted September 1, 2006 Share Posted September 1, 2006 Looks like a block of fudge. NOW, how does it burn??????????????????? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Georgia Posted September 1, 2006 Share Posted September 1, 2006 That's what I was thinking, Garf...well, the "how does it burn part" not the fudge part. I know it doesn't look like you intended it, but I do like the look. Let's see that puppy burning! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deana_P Posted September 2, 2006 Share Posted September 2, 2006 .....awright....Why dont I see the picture ????? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sharyl55 Posted September 2, 2006 Share Posted September 2, 2006 Love your story. Just another example of whatever can go wrong will. For your 1st pillar I think you did great. One thing I have learned the very hard way - and more than once I'm ashamed to say - is to only have out the dye I am going to use. The balance live in another room. If there is any way to use the wrong dye I seem to be able to do it. LOL Now post a picture of it burning. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kdmorgan Posted September 2, 2006 Author Share Posted September 2, 2006 I just lit the candle but I'm sure the wick is too small. I ordered 1/0 square braid which was recommended for 3-3 1/2 dia. mold but i forgot to take into account the FO. I'll post a pick after 3hrs of burn. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kdmorgan Posted September 2, 2006 Author Share Posted September 2, 2006 .....awright....Why dont I see the picture ?????I'm not sure why you can't see it . I placed it at the bottom of all my rambling Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Darwin Posted September 2, 2006 Share Posted September 2, 2006 that candle looks ok to me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kdmorgan Posted September 2, 2006 Author Share Posted September 2, 2006 OK...I lit my candle and let it burn for 3 hrs. The wick is definately too small but I'm not sure why it's burning off center. I used a seamless mold but I didn't level the bottom. I only have one size wick right now so I'll have to order more before I can work on getting that right. Oh, I almost forgot, the flame was almost 3" high for the first 1/2hr of the burn [ATTACH]8064[/ATTACH] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rsvlbrat Posted September 2, 2006 Share Posted September 2, 2006 It's difficult to get the right wick on square candles. Best of luck to you.I think it's burning off center cuz the wick bends slightly, just a thought!Nice job, tho! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Candle Man Posted September 2, 2006 Share Posted September 2, 2006 OK...I lit my candle and let it burn for 3 hrs. The wick is definately too small but I'm not sure why it's burning off center. I used a seamless mold but I didn't level the bottom. I only have one size wick right now so I'll have to order more before I can work on getting that right. Oh, I almost forgot, the flame was almost 3" high for the first 1/2hr of the burn [ATTACH]8064[/ATTACH]Wicks tend to move a little off center when burning, just move the wick back to center while burning. Some wicks tend to have a high flame on the first burn, just trim the wick. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pixisprkl Posted September 3, 2006 Share Posted September 3, 2006 That story was great! Made me laugh... I don't think that candle looks so bad.... especially for your 1st attempt.I don't do pillars though....and after your story.... I may never try either! Congrats....and welcome to your new addiction. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kay Posted January 6, 2007 Share Posted January 6, 2007 I was just looking through the candle gallery seeing al the candles I missd over the last couple months & came across this one.....LOL...As I was reading I was saying " I dis that too" LOL Like when you added the wrong color, i always forgot my F.O. Would get excited to get in mold & completely forget the Scent. Or so excited to see the finished product, tug on the wick & pull it completely out of the candle..LOL..I did that!!..LOL You'll learn as you go..i'm still learning..making mistakes as I go..lol, but thats how you learn!!!Kay Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BruceCarvesWax Posted January 6, 2007 Share Posted January 6, 2007 Not too bad. On another candle board many years ago, I won an ugliest candle contest. Bruce Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kdmorgan Posted January 8, 2007 Author Share Posted January 8, 2007 Thanks Kay,I solved my wick-pulling problem...started using wick pins. And Bruce, I think mine would have given you a run for your money!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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