DonC Posted October 29, 2007 Share Posted October 29, 2007 I purchased 200 of these shells a month or so ago thinking they were "neat" and after reading fire safety concerns on this board and elsewhere, I have decided not to use them as candles.What does everyone think about using them as air fresheners for bathrooms, closets, dresser drawers, etc. I was thinking about pouring them with "clean" smelling soy with scents like Baby Powder, Heaven, etc. They hold about 4.5 ounces (liquid) of wax and I was thinking about selling them for $4.00 each.I buy my wax locally, so my cost doesn't include the terrible shipping costs.Any thoughts would be greatly appreciated.........:smiley2: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vicky_CO Posted October 29, 2007 Share Posted October 29, 2007 That is not a bad idea you could also fill them with potpourri, arroma beads, or small tarts. If you make soap you could also fill them with guest size soaps. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The_Dallas_Texas_Dean Posted October 29, 2007 Share Posted October 29, 2007 Seems to me like whatever you decided to put in them would be great scented with tropical fragrances. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
leisa2003 Posted October 29, 2007 Share Posted October 29, 2007 I think with soaps or tarts would be sooo cool. Maybe in a christmas basket also. I would love one! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HeavenScentU Posted October 29, 2007 Share Posted October 29, 2007 Did you happen to check the place you bought them from to see if they treated them to make sure they can be used for candles? I would think you could mod podge them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jess05 Posted October 29, 2007 Share Posted October 29, 2007 i think that is a pretty neat idea...along with what the others came up with... Good luck Maybe you can take some pics of ur final products! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MsDammit Posted October 29, 2007 Share Posted October 29, 2007 I know this doesn't help you but I just have to share-these were so kewl looking- it was an individual serving of ice cream in a coconut shell. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michi Posted October 29, 2007 Share Posted October 29, 2007 Did you happen to check the place you bought them from to see if they treated them to make sure they can be used for candles? I would think you could mod podge them.I don't think the modge podge would make them fireproof! Basically all the modge podge does it keep the oil from absorbing into the container, like terra cotta, or when you have a seamed tin etc.I would never ever sell any candle in a wooden container-yikes!I'd really be afraid to pour wax into one of those and sell them even without a wick, dontcha just know that some ding dong will put it on a warmer or something? :rolleyes2 I think you could use them like the others suggested, as just little dishes for tropical smelling goodies, such as potpourri or soapies etc. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jess05 Posted October 29, 2007 Share Posted October 29, 2007 I don't think the modge podge would make them fireproof! Basically all the modge podge does it keep the oil from absorbing into the container, like terra cotta, or when you have a seamed tin etc.:laugh2:i had to laugh at that one...but you are right, you never know what someones gonna do Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DonC Posted October 29, 2007 Author Share Posted October 29, 2007 THANKS ...... for all of the suggestions!!!Just FYI, this is the description of the product where I bought them. (C&S):"These unique shells are perfect for candles, soap dishes, bath salts, candy dishes, bowls, or anything that needs a tropical feel. Standard size is oval approx. 4" x 5". These are very consistent in size and shape. Hold approximately 6 oz of wax. We recommend lining the shells with aluminum foil before pouring so that your wax will not leak out of any cracks that may be in the shell.Soap dishes, melts packaging, and fresheners it will be!!!Thanks again...........:smiley2: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kandlekrazy Posted October 30, 2007 Share Posted October 30, 2007 Sounds like your in the same boat as me! I only have about 40 left. I purposely tried to catch them on fire and mine didn't catch fire at all and I have wicked candles in them...but they do leak out of small holes and they are not stable enough, so I didn't ever push them. I put them in a yard sale I had and none sold (I live at the beach and thought they would go over big here??) They just are not big sellers, but I do like the idea of using them as packaging for tarts. Or maybe just include a free coconut shell with every 4 tarts purchased (and don't tell them, or they may say "please don't send the coconut shell!" That will get rid of the dang things! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CareBear Posted October 31, 2007 Share Posted October 31, 2007 Fill them with Pina Coladas?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kandlekrazy Posted October 31, 2007 Share Posted October 31, 2007 Fill them with Pina Coladas?? Hmmm...now you've got me thinking...I wonder if they make powdered drink mixers that you could put in a bag and gift wrap in the shell...that would make cute little gifts, especially tropical drink mixes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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