pjb31apb Posted March 28, 2008 Share Posted March 28, 2008 I notice that a lot of people post for sale in the classified ads their FO samples. I was just curious what everyone does with them? I just got a bunch from SW and I have already used one of them just because I couldn't stand how good it smelled and it needed to be soaped and used on my body! LOL But do most of you just smell them and then order larger sizes or do you use them up as well? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
soapmom25 Posted March 28, 2008 Share Posted March 28, 2008 I just stick mine in a box I have sitting along with my other FO bottles and about once a year I offer them up for free "just pay shipping" and/or I toss them in for free with other FO bottles that I'm selling off. It's rare that I end up liking a sample that I get for free, but when I do I usually make a small soap with that and put that finished soap in my stack of "thank you" stuff that I send out with completed orders. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brydean Posted March 28, 2008 Share Posted March 28, 2008 I don't usually bother with samples much anymore. But sometimes when I get them for some reason, I'll use them for body butter, or sugar scrubs. Something that doesn't require much scent. I hate to make soap batches that small. I've also been know to take samples sitting around and small amounts of leftover FO and put them all together in a batch of soap! Sometimes it turns out really well!LOL Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TexasBrat Posted March 28, 2008 Share Posted March 28, 2008 They are great for my 2lb batches of soap and if I like them I will order more in a larger size. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scented Posted March 28, 2008 Share Posted March 28, 2008 For the most part I don't do anything with them. It's great to get them and sometimes I'll throw it into something like a moisturizing bar, tarts, very seldom votives and never candles. Rarely I'll do soap, unless I happen to have quite a few samples. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kidsngarden Posted March 28, 2008 Share Posted March 28, 2008 I've only gotten one free sample ever! I used to order them, but now the least I will get is a 2 ozer, most of the time a 4 ozer. I read up on the scent review board before buying. 2 oz will make one log and 4 two so that is good for me. If I hate the fragrance soaped it goes to my clearance page... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jbren Posted March 28, 2008 Share Posted March 28, 2008 I just sent a box of samples to a Newbie on another forum. Haven't heard whether she used any of them though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jcandleattic Posted March 28, 2008 Share Posted March 28, 2008 I usually make up a batch of votives with mine, because then I have a couple to test burn for myself and then when I get a candle purchase, I usually throw one or two in with their order. If it's a scent I like, I will buy a bigger bottle, test it in other waxes and if I still like it, I will add it to my line. Otherwise, I have good "freebies" for customers/friends and family. Rarely (in fact I think I never have) do I make a soap or b&b product with a sample scent I've had. It's just not worth the oils and ingredients in case it siezes, rices or otherwise goes awry. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vio Posted March 29, 2008 Share Posted March 29, 2008 Wow. I never realized people don't like to use small samples. I haven't gotten any 1 oz samples at all yet, but if I did, I would at least use them in some potpourri or even make a sachet with it from scent beads. Free fo is a good thing. I look at my fo's like they're gold to me. The free ones would be like free gold. LOL Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jbren Posted March 29, 2008 Share Posted March 29, 2008 I meant to say the person I sent that box to does mostly M&P, so smaller sizes are good for that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SatinDucky Posted March 29, 2008 Share Posted March 29, 2008 Wow. I never realized people don't like to use small samples. I haven't gotten any 1 oz samples at all yet, but if I did, I would at least use them in some potpourri or even make a sachet with it from scent beads. Free fo is a good thing. I look at my fo's like they're gold to me. The free ones would be like free gold. LOLYou've never ordered any Peaks FO's?? Oh man are you missing out on some terrific oils! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vio Posted March 29, 2008 Share Posted March 29, 2008 I've bought some Peak's but they were from someone else that I bought them off of, so I never got the 1 oz samples because I bought them second hand. I made sure in fact to buy all of her Peak's stuff if I remember correctly. I was like a kid in a candy store when I saw all the Peak's to choose from and just said I'll take them all please how much do you have to spare of each? LOL Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SatinDucky Posted March 29, 2008 Share Posted March 29, 2008 I've bought some Peak's but they were from someone else that I bought them off of, so I never got the 1 oz samples because I bought them second hand. I made sure in fact to buy all of her Peak's stuff if I remember correctly. I was like a kid in a candy store when I saw all the Peak's to choose from and just said I'll take them all please how much do you have to spare of each? LOL LMAO! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tootie04 Posted March 29, 2008 Share Posted March 29, 2008 If if is from Peaks I will try it in the wax and make tarts. If they are from SW or BB or any others I will usually try to mix a couple and then make a "limited edition" soap.tootie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DeAnna_EC Posted March 29, 2008 Share Posted March 29, 2008 if its a nice scent i usually mix up rock salt, color, and the scent, put it all in a ziplock baggie over night, then put it in little sachet drawstring bags and give them to people as car air freshners (i secretly hang some in my 14yr old sons room) since i can never find the sorce of "THAT SMELL" in there LOL Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CareBear Posted March 29, 2008 Share Posted March 29, 2008 I collect them in my garage... am I supposed to do something else with them LOL? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sudsnwicks Posted March 29, 2008 Share Posted March 29, 2008 I always use mine right away! I either use them for votives or I'll make a batch of soap. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brat Posted March 29, 2008 Share Posted March 29, 2008 I only make small batches of soap, so I use them up! If I like them, I'll order a bigger bottle. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jcandleattic Posted March 29, 2008 Share Posted March 29, 2008 You've never ordered any Peaks FO's?? Oh man are you missing out on some terrific oils! Peak is one of my main suppliers! I love their oils, and the free sample they give with orders. I am SOOOOOO lucky that I live within 15 minutes driving time from them, so when I pick up my order (or my hub picks up my order) if it's a scent I already have, or if I'm looking for a particular scent to try I just ask them to replace it. Usually they are able to get me what I need/want. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tall Blonde Posted March 29, 2008 Share Posted March 29, 2008 if its a nice scent i usually mix up rock salt, color, and the scent, put it all in a ziplock baggie over night, then put it in little sachet drawstring bags and give them to people as car air freshners (i secretly hang some in my 14yr old sons room) since i can never find the sorce of "THAT SMELL" in there LOLI'm going to start doing this! I have 2 boys and there always seems to be a funk about them. I'll have them start wearing a sachet around their necks and tell them it's a spirit bag! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vio Posted March 29, 2008 Share Posted March 29, 2008 Peak is one of my main suppliers! I love their oils, and the free sample they give with orders. I am SOOOOOO lucky that I live within 15 minutes driving time from them, so when I pick up my order (or my hub picks up my order) if it's a scent I already have, or if I'm looking for a particular scent to try I just ask them to replace it. Usually they are able to get me what I need/want. Boy do I envy you! LOL Lucky!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jcandleattic Posted March 29, 2008 Share Posted March 29, 2008 Boy do I envy you! LOL Lucky!!! It makes it nice because the wax I use is what they carry so I have NO Shipping! That alone is worth it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Candybee Posted March 29, 2008 Share Posted March 29, 2008 Since I make and sell a lot of M&P soap I tend to use a lot of my 1oz samples. For me its a great way to market test a new fragrance and if it sells I know its a keeper.I also love mix samples to test new scent combos. I've created quite a few combos for my soap and candles that way. Mostly its just fun to mix and match! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sudsnwicks Posted March 29, 2008 Share Posted March 29, 2008 I forgot to mention that sometimes I use them to scent my laundry. Just a few drops in the final rinse cycle will make the clothes come out smelling nice. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scented Posted March 29, 2008 Share Posted March 29, 2008 I am SOOOOOO lucky that I live within 15 minutes driving time from them, so when I pick up my order (or my hub picks up my order) And some of us are jealous about that lol! But it's probably a good thing because I would want to hang out there all the time and they would eventually turn me in as a stalker me thinks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Join the conversation
You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account.