ChristyC Posted May 17, 2009 Share Posted May 17, 2009 I wanted to take a minute to post an introductory post before I launch into research!I'm a soapmaker. I make CP and have been selling for about 3 years now. I love soapmaking and also do salves, lipbalm, bath teas, bath salts, etc. I also have a commercial embroidery machine, so I am able to monogram robes and make-up bags.I had planned in the future (way out there LOL) to add candles to my line. I've made a few in the past, but just playing around - not seriously testing or researching. However, a friend decided to get out of the candle business and offered me all of her equipment and supplies at a price that I could not refuse...I've spent the past six weeks or so doing research and updated my business plan over the weekend. I need to inventory all that I have and make a plan for what I'm doing with the supplies before I begin testing anything.Because I already do soaps, I intend to primarily offer container candles in one size (although I currently have two sizes of jars on hand) in the fragrances that I already carry in soaps. I just ordered 10 pounds of wax from WSP (Crafter's Choice), some wick centering tools, stickums, and some different wicks to have on hand.My friend has turned over all of her notes, however because I am changing wax, I know I have to start from scratch! LOL Fortunately, I love to do research and testing... I think the inventory will commence tonight! Thanks for having me! I look forward to getting to know you all and hopefully I won't be here completely pulling my hair out in a few weeks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shantillescandlecreation Posted May 17, 2009 Share Posted May 17, 2009 My wife and I welcome you to the candle making world, or is it a black hole... .. either way it's alot of fun, and for us we get alot of together time, which is the main reason we do it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alajane Posted May 18, 2009 Share Posted May 18, 2009 Since you love to do research and testing, you've definitely found the right new venture! Have fun with your testing and keep us updated on your progress.Jane Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LSCandles Posted May 18, 2009 Share Posted May 18, 2009 Welcome! I'm new here too. I spend more time reading this site than actually making anything, but I think it's worth the time. I decided to send you a reply for two reasons: 1) to welcome you 2) to rack up some points because apparently I haven't done enough posts to enable me to send and receive PM's or even look at the Co-op listings . My advice, read, read read and send posts,posts,posts. I if I had done that months ago I would be one of the "in-crowd" by now (reminds me of highschool); able to see all kinds of goodies on this site. Hope you have as much fun as I'm having. This is a great addiction. Doesn't hurt anyone except maybe that old enemy called VISA! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChristyC Posted May 18, 2009 Author Share Posted May 18, 2009 Thanks everyone!I inventoried what I have last night and my goodness! So much wicking (I'm not even sure what kind it is) and a bunch of FO's by the gallon that I am not even sure I want - and I can't find the supplier online to see if they are soap safe. Has anyone heard of Andrea Aromatics? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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