PSPjen Posted June 20, 2007 Share Posted June 20, 2007 Hi everyone - The ladies at WAHM recommended this forum. I am getting ready to start playing with candles and am a total newbie at this. I have been searching old posts and trying to find out as much as possible on my own. I would like to start with soy wax, or a soy/veggie blend. When looking at favorites it seems like there are a lot of peole who prefer the ecosoya or ezsoy. I also read (and agreee) that it would be beneficial to find a supplier close by. I am in AZ and it doesn't look like there are any suplliers in my state. I did find Ceirra in NV and there are several in CA.I want to start with a small amt (few pounds, not a 50lb box). To test the wax and see what I think. I see that many companies offer a beginners kit....So I guess my first question is what do you all recommend to start? Is a kit the best way to go, or should I order supplies?Also, are there suppliers out there who offer free samples of wax (couldn't find much in the old posts on that)I suppose I should add that my intent is to eventually sell these, so it is not simply for my personal use. Hope I am not coming off as a freeloader! I just want to research as much as possible and ask those of you who know what their doing before I order all the wrong stuff. I am totally willing to experiment Thanks!Jen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
funnygirl Posted June 20, 2007 Share Posted June 20, 2007 I would recommend starting with a kit, as it will give you a feel for wicking and help you to get comfortable with candle making in general. I do know that Bruce from Enchanted Lites will send you free samples of their waxes, if you just email him. I personally love the EL Millenium wax, and also GreenLeafs 70/30. There are so many types of waxes, and there are so many people that love each one for their own reasons. Once you get a few waxes to test, then you can do more specific searches here to find the tips and tricks for each. HTH! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Candlebuddy Posted June 20, 2007 Share Posted June 20, 2007 I agree, start with a kit ... I started out with the votive kit from Cajun Candles ... www.mcsoywax is a good supplier too if you're interested in soy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PSPjen Posted June 20, 2007 Author Share Posted June 20, 2007 Thanks for the advice. I've seen MC, I'll have to take a look at Cajun and EL. I appreciate the help! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
countrychunkie Posted June 21, 2007 Share Posted June 21, 2007 I also started with the votive kit from Cajun, and I was completely hooked. And then I just researched everything I could to figure out containers, and wax and FO's. It took a while to get my wicking right, but I got it. Just take your time, research, and test and do more research and test, test, test. You will need to test all your fragrance oils and containers, and wicks. But to me all the money and time testing, and researching was well worth it. It took me about 2 years before I was ready to sell anything.And the people here are so helpful, even now 7 years in, I am still learning something new everyday.Good luck to you! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
harleydunnit Posted April 13, 2010 Share Posted April 13, 2010 I know that Lonestar Candle Company is in Texas (not too far from Az). They carry all kind of waxes. You could see if their shipping rates to you are good. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Candlebuddy Posted April 13, 2010 Share Posted April 13, 2010 This thread is from 2007, but Lonestar is a good supplier. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mzpickles Posted April 14, 2010 Share Posted April 14, 2010 (edited) Hi everyone - I also read (and agreee) that it would be beneficial to find a supplier close by. I am in AZ and it doesn't look like there are any suplliers in my state. I did find Ceirra in NV and there are several in CA. There's also Peak in Denver, CO, a favorite among a lot of folks on this board.This thread is from 2007, but Lonestar is a good supplier.[ETA] Oh good grief. I am so oblivious to some things. Wonder if the op is even still on the board? :lipsrseal Edited April 14, 2010 by mzpickles stoopid Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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