Malystxy Posted October 29, 2006 Share Posted October 29, 2006 What is the general consesus of the quality of the wax, color, scent,a nd other additives available in michaels and hobbylobby craft stores? For candles of course? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brat Posted October 29, 2006 Share Posted October 29, 2006 Not the best by any means, they're real low on the totem pole. Try some of the online suppliers... find one close to you to save on shipping. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aspencreek Posted October 29, 2006 Share Posted October 29, 2006 I would highly advise you to find another dealer other then them. You will find the much more superior product with other avenues. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Casey Posted October 29, 2006 Share Posted October 29, 2006 Overpriced, lousy selection, with minimal consumer info about content (ie-they just sell "wick" "container wax", no specific info about brands, sizes and types). Their waxes are perfectly fine products, as far as I can tell. Pretty sure their "microwaveable soy wax" happens to be my brand. If you're just dabbling for the fun of it, there's no shipping, so that's good. Still, on most things except the heavy wax, it might work out to less $ than retail to buy online, even w/ shipping, and I guarantee you'll be happier with the quality and selection of the supplies and fragrances. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smart tart Posted October 29, 2006 Share Posted October 29, 2006 My opinion - it is crap - save your money and find a reputable supplier on-line (just some reading here should give you some ideas) - the wax may be ok (but expensive) but as far as the rest of their supplies, I would spend my money elsewhere. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scented Posted October 29, 2006 Share Posted October 29, 2006 Actually I don't think the wax is that bad, except for price. Great place to stop in a pinch for something, like one more pour pot (though cheaper through candle suppliers) and everything else ... i wouldn't touch. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Margaritamama Posted October 29, 2006 Share Posted October 29, 2006 ...... and the scents are worthless! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Funky Monkey Posted October 29, 2006 Share Posted October 29, 2006 ...... and the scents are worthless!Amen to that! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flutterbye Posted October 29, 2006 Share Posted October 29, 2006 I think their Yaleys paraffin wax is great. Just WAY overpriced. Their scents/liquid dyes suck! Dont waste your money. The color blocks are ok and the yaley small size flatbraid wick if the only wick that works in my 2 inch diameter pillars. Its still cheaper to order the molds online too, even if you have one of their 40% off coupons(unless shipping is high for you) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luci Posted October 30, 2006 Share Posted October 30, 2006 Pretty much the same opinion here. The dyes do in a pinch. The wicks crack me up. Obviously, Yaley makes a lot of stuff. Can't understand why they don't mark on the package what they are. I bought some a couple of years ago when I was first experimenting. Couldn't believe the black smoke!Prices are hideous. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sharon in KY Posted October 30, 2006 Share Posted October 30, 2006 Along with everything said here. You don't know what it is you are using so testing is a waste. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kestagano04 Posted October 30, 2006 Share Posted October 30, 2006 Ridiculously expensive! I went there first when I decided to start making my own tarts and was dissappointed and discouraged when I saw the prices. I thought it would be like that any other place I looked too. But when I started to shop around online I realized that wasn't the case. I am very happy with purchases I have made through websites (namely The Candle Source) to start making my own at a much more affordable price, shipping included. After reading other peoples replies about quality, I'm glad I decided to shop around first. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gmp Posted October 30, 2006 Share Posted October 30, 2006 Skip Michael's altogether and get a candle making kit from an on-line source to get you started. I originially purchased my materials from Michaels and am getting ready to toss them in the trash. (My first box of materials from BCN just arrived last week. What fun!!) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
raginabr Posted October 30, 2006 Share Posted October 30, 2006 I have no problem with the HL wax. It is what I use to make my votives. You have to add Vybar in order to get a good scent throw. The wax is more expensive per pound but I print out the coupon to save 40% and I don't have to pay shipping. My container wax, pillar wax, and soy waxes I order online and bite the bullet and pay for shipping. As for the rest of the supplies, I would start looking online. The wicks are not labeled well at HL and Michael's. I have never purchased scents from either HL or Michaels so I can't tell you about their quality. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rsvlbrat Posted October 30, 2006 Share Posted October 30, 2006 Scents/colors aren't worth it. If you have one of those 50% coupons, that's when I'd get pour pot/molds but even that is a bit pricey. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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