roady Posted February 20, 2007 Share Posted February 20, 2007 not using container wax to make votives? I had some left over wax after making some of my containers and just to see how they would turn out I poured some votives. I haven't tested them yet but I was just curious.BTW, I am new to your board and have learned so much from all of you! This is a wonderful place with a bunch of wonderful people! TIA,Chantel Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crazymom Posted February 20, 2007 Share Posted February 20, 2007 Because container wax may not come out of the molds very easily. If you are pouring votives straight into votive holders such as the flower pot you could use the container wax. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
roady Posted February 20, 2007 Author Share Posted February 20, 2007 I see. I may be digging wax out then...lol. I just didn't know and thought I would ask.Thx!Chantel Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steph in tx Posted February 20, 2007 Share Posted February 20, 2007 I guess it would depend on how soft your container wax is. I've always used my container wax for my votives. I use IGI 2281 w/ additives, and it's pretty hard, and pour into 3oz dixie cups for my votives. Always tell customers to place votives in tight fitting containers to burn. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TxSioux Posted February 20, 2007 Share Posted February 20, 2007 I'm the same as Steph -- must be a Texas thang! You can do votives easily if you're doing Dixie Cup votives. Container wax is meant to adhere to the container, so getting those puppies out of a metal mold may have you using new & creative combinations of every 'bad' word you know. Toss 'em in the freezer ... while you're pouring a stiff drink!! LOL -- good luck.Susan. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steph in tx Posted February 20, 2007 Share Posted February 20, 2007 Or you could find inexpensive votive containers, have them wicked and place layers of different scents in until filled. Sell them for less. Sometimes people buy these just to smell different scents. But take into account that some combos might not smell so good together....:embarasse I sold a lot like this and people couldn't wait for more!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
waxwench Posted February 20, 2007 Share Posted February 20, 2007 You can use CBL129 for containers and votives. It truly is a great wax! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
roady Posted February 21, 2007 Author Share Posted February 21, 2007 I am using IGI4630 and boy is it soft. Actually, I couldn't get them out so I popped them in the freezer for about 20 mins and they came right out. Will the softer wax burn quicker than a harder one? lol..... bet you can tell I'm a newbie....I have thought about finding some cute smaller containers for my votives so I don't have to leave them "exposed". I saw some square, heavy, thick glassed ones at the Dollar General but they are 1.00! Isn't that too much for a votive container??Thx y'all!Chantel Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tess Posted February 21, 2007 Share Posted February 21, 2007 Aside from being difficult to get out of the votive molds, using container wax could pose a problem when it comes to packaging, and storing them. I mean who wants to pick up and whiff a sticky votive? They will be messy. Even if you won't be selling these, it will be a mess handling them yourself. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
roady Posted February 21, 2007 Author Share Posted February 21, 2007 You are right about them being messy. My wax for my containers is way too soft. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pam Posted February 21, 2007 Share Posted February 21, 2007 I use IGI 4786 container wax for my votives. Occasionally you might have difficulty getting out of the metal mold, but once it placed in the freezer for about 5-10 minutes it come out of the mold with no difficulties. Pam Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
karenmimi Posted February 21, 2007 Share Posted February 21, 2007 I use a blend: 75% votive/pillar + container wax (20%) + a touch of soy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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