dcroome2005 Posted November 12, 2005 Share Posted November 12, 2005 Anyone use this wax? I can't stand it .. It's for Pillars but its driving me nuts. seems like I have to do like 3-5 pours on pillars for this. I don't like the look of it. Maybe I was spoiled by Candlewic and their blended votive/pillar wax.. If anyone has used this and has suggestions, please let me know.. Thank god I only have less than 6 slabs to go to use it all up. I am thinking of just using them for chunks to get rid of them. grrrrrrrrOk- back to Candlewic.. Its amazing when you dislike a company for certain things but they have you by the throat so to speak ( since I wont use the other term) because they have to best waxes.. grrrrrrrrrrrChristina Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Margaritamama Posted November 12, 2005 Share Posted November 12, 2005 I occasionally use 4625, and only do 1 repour! I wait until the wax has cooled considerably before I do my second pour...... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dcroome2005 Posted November 12, 2005 Author Share Posted November 12, 2005 OK, maybe that is what I am doing wrong. I dont like to wait too long when its cooled for the fact that I have noticed that it sometimes seperates from the mold and then that is when it runs down and looks horribleChristina Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Margaritamama Posted November 12, 2005 Share Posted November 12, 2005 When you do your second pour, don't "overpour"..... By that I mean that you should not allow your wax to pass beyond the edge of your first pour, otherwise it will run down the sides and you will have difficulties unmolding, not to mention that it looks icky. HTH :smiley2: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dcroome2005 Posted November 12, 2005 Author Share Posted November 12, 2005 omg that helps so much.. will try that . .Thank you. Now I know why the top of my pillars ( unless they are chunked) always look like crap.. Ohhh boy !!! LOLThanksChristina Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Margaritamama Posted November 12, 2005 Share Posted November 12, 2005 Actually, the top of your candle is the bottom of the mold!!!! When you've unmolded your candle, turn it upside down!!! The part where you do your repours, and leveling, is the bottom of the candle. Make sense???? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dcroome2005 Posted November 12, 2005 Author Share Posted November 12, 2005 Makes great sense, but why did I never think about that? I have always done it that the top is the top LOL ohhh boy.. I think I am just plain stupid sometimes.Thanks for sharingChristina Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Margaritamama Posted November 12, 2005 Share Posted November 12, 2005 It's all about learning...... Glad that I could be of help Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scentsibility Posted November 12, 2005 Share Posted November 12, 2005 I just started making candles last year. This is the only wax I have ever used. I just got used to it and didn't want to try all over again with another type before I got this one down. You do have to wait til it cools enough to do the repour. Also, don't forget to poke your relief holes. This wax is great for rustics. Just add scent and color at 185 and then cool down to about 160 to pour. Great results. I just started trying the rustics recently. They are so fun if you layer them...never know how they will turn out.I like the way this wax looks when it burns with a light dye. Nice glow to it.J. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
celicagtca Posted November 12, 2005 Share Posted November 12, 2005 Have been using this wax for some time now. I always remove my pillars from the molds before I repour. Sounds funny huh!!! Poke your holes, remove the pillar, pour your repour at about 185. Pour slowly and just close enought to the edge. Then I take my finger and lightly dip it into the melted wax, close to the edge of the outside of the circle. When you drag your finger around the circumference of the circle, you will carry some of the melted wax to the edge. Don't push your finger into the wax and drag it. You just have to lightly touch your finger to the wax and carry it around the circle. If you push to hard and drag, your going to have wax drip down the pillar. Wait about 5-10 minutes and turn your candle on it's base. This way when it cures, your going to have a perfectly flat bottom, perfect for your label.Good Luck and Happy Pouring. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dcroome2005 Posted November 12, 2005 Author Share Posted November 12, 2005 Thank you guysOk, I guess I didnt do all the research I should have or missed the part about relief holes.. can someone explain this to me? I have been only making since Jan so I am still learning as I go. I have done some awesome pillars and test my wicks.. I just never knew about relief holes.. Ok ok- call me stupid .. It's ok ThanksChristina Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
topofmurrayhill Posted November 12, 2005 Share Posted November 12, 2005 Thank you guysOk, I guess I didnt do all the research I should have or missed the part about relief holes.. can someone explain this to me? I have been only making since Jan so I am still learning as I go. I have done some awesome pillars and test my wicks.. I just never knew about relief holes.. Ok ok- call me stupid .. It's ok ThanksChristinaClick over on the upper left where it says Basic Instructions. Under making pillars you'll see what the relief holes are about, with photographs. It's an important step. It probably says to use a skewer but I'd recommend something thicker like a chopstick. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dcroome2005 Posted November 12, 2005 Author Share Posted November 12, 2005 Well duh me, that makes sense. Thanks for showing me where to find this. You are a lifesavor. Actually all of you are.. WOOHOO thank you.. Christina Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Breanna Posted November 13, 2005 Share Posted November 13, 2005 Hey there Christina!!! I use the IGI-4625 also( i get mine from wholesale Supplies Plus as they were the cheapest in their cases and good wax) and only do one re-pour,,,ROFLMBO,,,,Dont feel bad,,when I first got my kit I thought the top was the top,,,after I made it I looked @ the insructions real close and it was the opposite,,LOL,,,,Dang we have a lot of Blonde moments dont we??? No offense to those who are Blonde. Its good to see you posting!!!!! Remember to put some pics in the Gallery so we can see them!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dcroome2005 Posted November 13, 2005 Author Share Posted November 13, 2005 :highfive: LOL Breanna-- Glad I am not the only one. hehehe :-) Oh, I can't quit posting on here. It's an addiction.. Christina Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Breanna Posted November 13, 2005 Share Posted November 13, 2005 :highfive: LOL Breanna-- Glad I am not the only one. hehehe :-) Oh, I can't quit posting on here. It's an addiction.. ChristinaOh I know this is addicting as well as the candles,,when the old Board went down I was soooo having withdrawls,,LOL,,,,Hey I loved the pics!!!,,Tell Dave hello from me and that hes good with the painting!!! My hubby just watches until I tell him not to touch then hes all in it,,messed up a couple pillars with him,,,Hes great though,,he got me started in this bless his little heart. How were the prices with Cajun Candle??? WSP was 45.80 for 1 case 62 LBS and 22.61 shipping so about 68.51 total,,,I priced Bittercreek South and theirs were 60LBS @ 50.40,shipping 24.79 total 75.19Peak (as I use their pillar brand too) 1 case @ 55LBS for 45.95 and shipping was 25.21 total 71.16. I think I did okay,,I asked for cases of wax for Christmas,,LOL,,, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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