tootie04 Posted September 2, 2007 Share Posted September 2, 2007 after we all tested it last year. I am going to finally be able to get some and have pretty much settled on using this wax. Is it still as good as it was when we tested it? I was hoping for feedback from some who have used it this past year.I did a search and read the entire test thread again but still would like to see feed back.TIAtootie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iammommytwo Posted September 2, 2007 Share Posted September 2, 2007 Hi Tootie, I still use this wax. Mostly for my uncolored/natural candles. Sometimes for very lightly colored ones. And I like to pour slushy.HTH Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tootie04 Posted September 2, 2007 Author Share Posted September 2, 2007 I wont be coloring any of my candles this time. I poured mine hot and really liked the fact that it can be poured hot. I quit coloring my candles and have had much better results. I was using KY125 (which is a GREAT wax) but CS is 100 miles from me. I was very happy they are carrying the 464 now i can go pick it up!!tootie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iammommytwo Posted September 3, 2007 Share Posted September 3, 2007 dang- you live by there too?? I'm jealous...lol They're awesome.jakalex lives real close too. she often picks up little things for me and sends them, when I don't have to place a big order. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tootie04 Posted September 3, 2007 Author Share Posted September 3, 2007 I think I will be making my trip over there next week. My BF drives a truck and he may get a run to Miami so I will have to see when that will be. I will be going with him of course. We have friends in Orlando so a stop a Lobster Fest is a MUST:D tootie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jakalex Posted September 4, 2007 Share Posted September 4, 2007 It is great living so close to a great supplier! I have only used CB135 until....I got an itch the other day and decided to test another wax just for the heck of it.I decided on 464. So far I am very pleased with the appearance, cold throw and hot throw. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tootie04 Posted September 4, 2007 Author Share Posted September 4, 2007 Keep posting updates in the 464 if ya dont mind or PM me if ya want. How far are you from CS??tootie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
racolvin Posted September 4, 2007 Share Posted September 4, 2007 I use the GB464 exclusively and it works well for me. I do still color my candles upon request and I've cut down on my frosting issues by doing two things:1) add 1/2tbsp coconut oil per lb2) stirring constantly right up until its time to pour. I use an automatic stirring device for this so I don't have to just stand there and drive myself nuts with stirring HTH,Ronnie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tootie04 Posted September 4, 2007 Author Share Posted September 4, 2007 Thanks Ronnie for the suggestions. I dont remember have too many frosting issues when i tested, but then again my customers were already accustom to the "strange" looking candles. I was using 9oz hex jars and 8 oz tins and no color then. I will be using 8 oz sq mason and 6oz tins and no color this time.tootie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jakalex Posted September 4, 2007 Share Posted September 4, 2007 Thanks Ronnie for the suggestions. I dont remember have too many frosting issues when i tested, but then again my customers were already accustom to the "strange" looking candles. I was using 9oz hex jars and 8 oz tins and no color then. I will be using 8 oz sq mason and 6oz tins and no color this time.tootieIf you have RRD wicks, try the RRD 47 in the mason and 37 in the 6oz tin. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tootie04 Posted September 4, 2007 Author Share Posted September 4, 2007 i have never tried the RRD wicks....I'll have to get some to test when I am over in Durham. Thankstootie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Candelishis Posted September 8, 2007 Share Posted September 8, 2007 I use the 464 exclusively for my containers. I LOVE it. It is sooooo easy to work with!! I also live close to a great supplier, so I get it including delivery for about a buck a pound. Also, I started using some new wicks recently, from www.wickit.net. I really really like their wicks too!! They're fairly new, I believe, and they'll send you samples of their wicks for free upon request. they're very high quality. I love them. My wax supplier sent me a sample pack of about 100 wicks (3 of each kind in wickit's new 700 premier line) and I was hooked right away. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tootie04 Posted September 9, 2007 Author Share Posted September 9, 2007 I had the samples of the premier 700's, I guess I was overwelmed with all the sizes. I tested a few and gave up on them. I use the CD's, I get them from KY since I have to use some of those FO's anyway. I am going to get the sample pack of ECO's on monday too. I tested these a while back with a soy blend and they were nice. I went back and read the whole testing thread again and I think I have a good starting point for testing. I am only going to use 8oz JJ right and 6oz tins right now.tootie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Candelishis Posted September 9, 2007 Share Posted September 9, 2007 I had the samples of the premier 700's, I guess I was overwelmed with all the sizes. I tested a few and gave up on them. I use the CD's, I get them from KY since I have to use some of those FO's anyway. I am going to get the sample pack of ECO's on monday too. I tested these a while back with a soy blend and they were nice. I went back and read the whole testing thread again and I think I have a good starting point for testing. I am only going to use 8oz JJ right and 6oz tins right now.tootieUhh..Yeah..when I got the sample pack from wickit, I was like "uhhh...phwew...where do I start"...but I have narrowed it down to 8 different wicks for my jars, and just one for votives. When I heard I was getting samples, I thought maybe 20 wicks? Not a hundred! But I kept working with them, and now I love 'em! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sharon in KY Posted September 9, 2007 Share Posted September 9, 2007 1) add 1/2tbsp coconut oil per lb2) stirring constantly right up until its time to pour. I use an automatic stirring device for this so I don't have to just stand there and drive myself nuts with stirring HTH,RonnieOMG, I was dreaming about a stirring thing the other night. Went online but only found patents. Please tell me where to look. I remember a long time ago they made something for certain electric stoves that would stir for you. Always wanted that for making fudge now I need it for wax. Times change. TIA Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stella1952 Posted September 10, 2007 Share Posted September 10, 2007 I found two automatic stirrers (gotta have one!)The first one, for home use, I found at several sites...http://www.coolest-gadgets.com/20060917/automatic-pan-stirrer/Buy the Stir Chef here...http://www.dynamic-living.com/stir-chef.htmand here...http://www.chefscatalog.com/catalog/product.aspx?scommand=search&search=9930&item=99930This one is an industrial/laboratory device which also sports temperature control...http://www.sigmaaldrich.com/Area_of_Interest/Research_Essentials/Key_Resources/New_Lab_Start_Up_Program/Promo/S_A_hot_plate_stirrer.htmlHTH Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest LightofDawn Posted September 10, 2007 Share Posted September 10, 2007 Thanks for the link Stella, I started doing a little poking around on the web search for a coupon code for Chef's and guess what, I found "free shipping" with no minimum order. The offer ends September 20th. Here is the link that automatically generates the promotional code. http://www.chefscatalog.com/home.aspxMake sure that it says "Free Standard Shipping on any order through September 20" on the top right hand of the screen. If not, it will not give you the free shippingThanks AgainDawn Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
racolvin Posted September 10, 2007 Share Posted September 10, 2007 OMG, I was dreaming about a stirring thing the other night. Went online but only found patents. Please tell me where to look. I remember a long time ago they made something for certain electric stoves that would stir for you. Always wanted that for making fudge now I need it for wax. Times change. TIAI actually use a scientific lab instrument myself, they're called Hot Plate/Stirrers. As the name says, they combine hot plate functions (for heating my wax up to the right temp after I draw from my Presto Pot), and the stirring function.The stirring function will only work if you use a glass, aluminum, or stainless steel pour pot, since the way its done is via an electromagnet in the base of the device. You place a teflon coated item called a Magnetic Stir Bar inside your pot, place the pot on the hotplate/stirrer, and set the speed at which you want to stir via a knob on the device. Viola! Works like a champ for me.I bought mine via eBay - just do a search for "hotplate stirrer" and you should get some hits that way.HTH,Ronnie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tmhess Posted September 10, 2007 Share Posted September 10, 2007 Just ordered one, thanks for the info. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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