missymssy Posted January 28, 2009 Share Posted January 28, 2009 First off, let me just say I'm SO happy to find this board! I started making gel candles about 7 years ago, but only one here and there in the last 2 years. So, I just really got back into the swing of things, and considering doing home parties now. And I realized then that all the boards I used to frequent (one even had a fairly regular chat), many supplier links, links to pictures/albums of others' ideas/designs.....all GONE!Please excuse this post for being long, but I figure I'll just throw out the questions that come to mind-feel free to jump in if you can help me out...1)I'm almost out of the wicks I have (all zinc core), but I seem to recall a lot of people raving about LX ones. So before I order more, any thoughts on how these are for gel? Also, BCN carries a Gelwick, with a really high neck. Does this mean you don't use a crimp or anything? Which leads me to my next question...2)Who sells metal crimps? I think the glass beads (Biomax) are still available, but is this the only option? 3)Finally, anyone have any links to pictures of finished projects? Someone did a really neat wedding one, where she had the invitation printed on clear paper, laminated and inside. But I don't remember it. TIA-sorry for being so long!Missy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vicky_CO Posted January 28, 2009 Share Posted January 28, 2009 I think all the old gel boards are gone. Lx is not a bad wick for gel as long as the candle is not to tall. You still need to crimp if you sand come above the tab but the longer necks are safe.Metal crimps I get my locally at the craft store. You find them in the jewelry making section.I have not taken any pictures in a long while what I have are pretty old but if you look in the gallery and up in the tutorial section you will find some stuff. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
missymssy Posted January 28, 2009 Author Share Posted January 28, 2009 Thanks so much, Vicky. Another question, is insurance right away absolutely necessary? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vicky_CO Posted January 29, 2009 Share Posted January 29, 2009 Yea if you are giving or selling them. If you are just making them for yourself or you are just testing yourself the answer is no you can wait till you start to sell or give away. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
missymssy Posted January 29, 2009 Author Share Posted January 29, 2009 Thanks again, Vicky. That's kind of what I thought, so I'll just build up some inventory while I hunt for insurance. It's more difficult than I thought... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
missymssy Posted January 30, 2009 Author Share Posted January 30, 2009 Metal crimps I get my locally at the craft store. You find them in the jewelry making section. This is the most difficult thing! I just bought 2 packs of metal crimping beads, two sizes, both too small! Add that to all the glass beads I've bought (too big, too small...)How come no candle supplier carries them if everyone uses them anyway??Missy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vicky_CO Posted January 30, 2009 Share Posted January 30, 2009 Because most of the supplier for gel are no longer in business or have moved beyond gel Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
missymssy Posted January 31, 2009 Author Share Posted January 31, 2009 How silly of me! Other candles don't need crimps! Now I see why no one carries them-not a big seller, huh?Thanks again Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CrystalClear Posted February 3, 2009 Share Posted February 3, 2009 I don't use crimps because I have converted all of my gel candles to forever candles. Just a tealight burns. My customers prefer them this way so they are not "wasting" the candle and they can burn it without ruining the "scene". Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
missymssy Posted February 3, 2009 Author Share Posted February 3, 2009 So....if I buy the extra-long tabs (BCN sells 20mm), then I only have to crimp if I actually wick in the same container as the sand? I'm not liking this crimping at all! Thanks,Missy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vicky_CO Posted February 3, 2009 Share Posted February 3, 2009 Most of do not like crimping and have found way around it. Extra long tab is only one of the way making your candle forever candle is another. I have got to where I almost never use sand at all. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
missymssy Posted February 3, 2009 Author Share Posted February 3, 2009 Thanks, Vicky. That's what I wanted to be sure on-plain gel doesn't need a crimp......Thank you!Makes me so happy! No more pinching myself with plyers!Melissa Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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