3bees~1flower Posted October 7, 2006 Share Posted October 7, 2006 hello...i'm just starting with candles...i was wondering if there is somewhere that gives guidelines for choosing a wick. i will primarily be using containers with soy. thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Meridith Posted October 7, 2006 Share Posted October 7, 2006 Welcome to the board. Right below this thread is a thread about wicks that will provide you some of the answers to your question. Also there are many threads about wicks. If you do a search for wicks you will find loads of info. Buy some sample packs and start to test to see which wick you like best. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
3bees~1flower Posted October 7, 2006 Author Share Posted October 7, 2006 thanks, meredith...i found that thread right after i posted...<blush>...my prob, is i have no idea what they're talking about...it's all greek to me...i guess, i'm looking for something that will explain what one should look for in deciding on a wick...what all the different wicks do...ect...all the accronyms in that thread mean nothing to me...kwim? i will try and do a search for what i am looking for. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Meridith Posted October 7, 2006 Share Posted October 7, 2006 Find a supplier close to you and give them a call. Tell them what wax and jars you use and they will suggest wicks for you. Sample packs are great too as they allow you to buy a few of every size type wick without having to commit to a larger quantity of one size. BCN carries samples packs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vicky_CO Posted October 7, 2006 Share Posted October 7, 2006 I understand where you are coming from but there is no real tutorial most is trial and error and what we are looking for in our own candles. Some people don't mind the mushrooms other hate it with a passion. I always start out the search on one characteristics of the wick I either like or don't like first. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hope Posted October 7, 2006 Share Posted October 7, 2006 ..my prob, is i have no idea what they're talking about...it's all greek to me... If you check out the Wicks Unlimited site, it may help you decipher some of that wick speak. Then, search here for opinions on particular wick adaptiveness to whatever wax (& stuff) you may be using.Some 'shrooms are nice. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Meridith Posted October 7, 2006 Share Posted October 7, 2006 Some 'shrooms are nice. I like my shrooms to be magical. :rolleyes2:p Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
3bees~1flower Posted October 7, 2006 Author Share Posted October 7, 2006 thank you all...i found a thread with some helpful advice...sorry i didn't do a search prior to posting my question. i am lookin go n that atkins site now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mystical_angel1219 Posted October 8, 2006 Share Posted October 8, 2006 Welcome fellow Disher. This site is good for an estimate in wicking::http://www.candlescience.com/learning/wick-guide.phpAlso, the Candlewic print catalog has a plethora of wicking information.Just about every wick imaginable is covered in that booklet. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carriegsxr6 Posted October 8, 2006 Share Posted October 8, 2006 Also, the Candlewic print catalog has a plethora of wicking information.Just about every wick imaginable is covered in that booklet.I too love the candlewic catalong. I still have a one from over two years ago. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
3bees~1flower Posted October 8, 2006 Author Share Posted October 8, 2006 thank you, mystical....wow...someone recognizes my name <blush>.....nice to see you too! thanks for the link...will definitely check it out! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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