candlesprite7 Posted April 13, 2007 Share Posted April 13, 2007 I havent found the wooden paint sticks to absorb so much that it ruins any of my other projects. Of course I dont leave it in the wax long enough to do that. I stir, wipe and set on counter. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Terrie Posted April 14, 2007 Share Posted April 14, 2007 Wooden spoons. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mizbizzyb Posted April 14, 2007 Share Posted April 14, 2007 Do you use a presto pot? Don't you scratch the pot with a metal spoon?I dont stir in my presto - I use those just to melt my waxes - I use my whatchermacallits (you guys know they come in 4lb and 2lb sizes -rofl) to mix my scents and colors.I use pyrex measuring cups to get out my wax and measure it before putting it in the whatchermacallits.okay I am dunce - whatchermacallits = pouring pots..lmao Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pam Posted April 14, 2007 Share Posted April 14, 2007 Metal kabob skewers.. has a loop at the end. Bought 4 six years ago and still using them. Plus can be used to poke relief holes in pillars.I use these too. I find the loop end stirs in everything very well.Pam F Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
waxwench Posted April 14, 2007 Share Posted April 14, 2007 Use the thermometer! And a wisk if it's a vanilla based scent.Simple! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The_Dallas_Texas_Dean Posted April 14, 2007 Share Posted April 14, 2007 I used a long "chefs spoon" from the restaurant supply for the longest time. I found a silicone whisk somewhere and use it most of the time now. (unless the pour pitcher is too full....hence back to the long spoon) I checked out the metal whisks from Sam's Club. They are weighted nicely and mix well with very little effort but it sure whips alot of air into the wax quickly! ( I guess that is what all those tiny bubbles were when I poured the wax) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Donita Posted April 14, 2007 Share Posted April 14, 2007 Shaken....not stirred......seriously...I use chopsticks, skewers, and for my large pots I buy long dowel sticks at the hardware store. Donita Louise Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Juggy Posted May 1, 2007 Share Posted May 1, 2007 I do wipe them off immediately after use, but the wood holds the color and the scent. Probably because they are a cheap wood.I am thinking I like the plastic spoon idea. I used to use an old metal spoon but recently started using popsicle sticks. I don't know if it's my imagination but the candle doesn't smell as strong as before. I had wondered if the wood had absorbed any of the scent. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jillgunter Posted May 1, 2007 Share Posted May 1, 2007 I use wooden spoons and the paint stirrers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SatinDucky Posted May 2, 2007 Share Posted May 2, 2007 I use the wooden kabob thingys from Wally World as well. They're a bit shiny like they're coated with something. They don't absorb color or FO. If I get a lump of wax around the middle from stirring cool wax, I zap them with the heat gun. A pair of them rubberbanded together works great for holding wicks tight as well. Not to mention they're good for poking relief holes or wick tester holes in containers. I'd be lost without them! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
country bee Posted February 4, 2011 Share Posted February 4, 2011 I use a recharable the gismo hand mixer with the flat tool,mixes with out whipping air into the wax,it has 2 speeds:yay: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tomara Posted February 4, 2011 Share Posted February 4, 2011 Jumbo craft sticks (popcicle sticks) from Wal Mart-300 for just over $3.00MelissaThis is what I use too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EricofAZ Posted February 4, 2011 Share Posted February 4, 2011 I found a couple of wooden spoons with slots in them. About double or triple the size of a table spoon. Three slots. Great for stirring. Dollar store. I dislike WalMart. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marcuset Posted February 4, 2011 Share Posted February 4, 2011 The stir sticks from Wallyworld sounds like a good idea! I just use my "candy making" thermometer....Pain cleaning it off every time. I may have to go get some stir sticks now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MoonshadowLane Posted February 4, 2011 Share Posted February 4, 2011 is it wise to use an electric mixer? has any one tried?I admit I haven't tried, but I wouldn't use a mixer due to the possibility of entraining air in the wax. Not to mention the high probability that sooner or later I'd pull the mixer out of the melt pot while it's still running. Ouch!!I use paint stir sticks, free from the hardware store. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chuck_35550 Posted February 4, 2011 Share Posted February 4, 2011 I use a non-stick slotted spoon that allows the wax to flow through instead of around. I have used a hand mixer and didn't find that it added air bubbles but it didn't do any better than just stirring with my easy to clean slotted spoon. I've been using that spoon (think serving spoon with slots) for years now lol. I keep it in my pour pot and stir after each candle I pour to insure that the fo has not settled. I also keep my oven thermometer in the pour pot (has the long silver cord attached to the thermometer) to make sure my temp stays the same. Works real nice. HTH.Steve Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lightpainter Posted February 4, 2011 Share Posted February 4, 2011 I just use a "candy making" thermometer too. Just wipe with a paper towel when done. Use is for temp. anyway. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bella Rose Posted February 4, 2011 Share Posted February 4, 2011 Extra long wooden skewers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Starr Posted February 4, 2011 Share Posted February 4, 2011 I'm a skewer person too. Very cheap and easy, very multi-purpose. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
deb426 Posted February 4, 2011 Share Posted February 4, 2011 I pick up large plastic slotted spoons at yardsales and use those. I need a bunch because I keep putting them somewhere and losing them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IwantItgreen Posted February 4, 2011 Share Posted February 4, 2011 Free stir sticks from the hardware store in the pour pots and a wooden spoon in the presto for me! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pam W Posted February 4, 2011 Share Posted February 4, 2011 Free stir sticks from the hardware store in the pour pots and a wooden spoon in the presto for me!I hoard and use free plastic forks & spoons that comes with take-out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daisymae Posted February 5, 2011 Share Posted February 5, 2011 I love this site...I love the questions! Thanks for more great ideas! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
psfponies Posted February 5, 2011 Share Posted February 5, 2011 I use chop sticks.... I just grab a big bunch when ever I go to Panda Express! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ImKarenAnne Posted February 6, 2011 Share Posted February 6, 2011 Wooden spoons here too Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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