LeahRB Posted July 7, 2009 Share Posted July 7, 2009 For those of you who make clamshell tarts, do you prefer to use container wax or tart wax? What kind of wax do you use? Thanks! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheWickedWick Posted July 7, 2009 Share Posted July 7, 2009 I use KY Para-soy tart/votive wax. Since I use soy container wax, it'd be too soft to pop out of the clamshells IMO. The KY is very easy to work with.Karen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
katgarcia Posted July 7, 2009 Share Posted July 7, 2009 I also use Ky Para-Soy Tart/Votive Blend. Make perfect tarts without having to blend waxes. Directions: Heat to approx 165, add color, fragrance and pour into foil cups or molds. Pour temp will be 155-160 For clamshells you need to pour at a lower temp so the Ky Para-Soy Tart/Votive Blend works perfect and only one pour is required. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Debbie73 Posted July 7, 2009 Share Posted July 7, 2009 I use pillar (feather) palm wax in my clamshells. I tried using the glass glow, but it just crumbled, in general, they made a big mess! Palm wax needs to be poured at 200 degrees for containers or pillars, but when doing clamshells I pour about 175-180. If you don't, it could melt the clamshell.Debbie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LeahRB Posted July 7, 2009 Author Share Posted July 7, 2009 I have been wanting to try the Ky tart wax for a while now, but the feather palm is cheaper. Going to have to give this some thought. Thanks guys! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
singleyellowrose Posted July 7, 2009 Share Posted July 7, 2009 I blend container and votive.While I do love the KY wax, I can't justify paying shipping. I can pick up the waxes that I use, so I work with what I can get that I don't have to pay shipping on. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CandleMama6 Posted July 7, 2009 Share Posted July 7, 2009 I use my container wax but am looking at trying the KY wax. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LeahRB Posted July 8, 2009 Author Share Posted July 8, 2009 The only wax I don't have shipped is J223 cause I can pick it up. Is the wax from Ky very expensive to ship or is it just about like anywhere else? I think I usually pay close to $30. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Georgia Posted July 8, 2009 Share Posted July 8, 2009 I'm with SingleYellowRose...I blend my container and pillar wax at 25/75. Works great and I don't have to stock 3 waxes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Barbara AL Posted July 8, 2009 Share Posted July 8, 2009 Vickey prices on shipping is very reasonalbe you can email her for a quote and give her your zip code she will email you will the shipping costs.Barbara AL Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pwillo2 Posted July 8, 2009 Share Posted July 8, 2009 The only wax I don't have shipped is J223 cause I can pick it up. Is the wax from Ky very expensive to ship or is it just about like anywhere else? I think I usually pay close to $30.From the way everyone talked I thought I could not possibly afford the KY tart wax with shipping but I emailed Vickie and lo and behold it will be cheaper for me than I am paying for the Eco PB.....So I will be placing an order this week. I just hope I get the great results like all these rave reviews I have read about it...LOLEmily Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WaxFlower Posted July 8, 2009 Share Posted July 8, 2009 I've used gb415 for tarts (poured into liners) with great results. However, now that I've decided to used clamshells along with a variety of molds, I will be using KY's tart wax.Have fun! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LeahRB Posted July 8, 2009 Author Share Posted July 8, 2009 Thanks guys! You've talked me into trying some. Oh and thanks for the tip on emailing her about shipping. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LeahRB Posted July 13, 2009 Author Share Posted July 13, 2009 Can anyone tell me what the all natural pillar wax is like from Millcreek?? Is it good in clamshells?? Thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jennifer Posted July 13, 2009 Share Posted July 13, 2009 I also use KY tart wax as part of my own blend. The shipping prices are great and quick too. I've never asked for a quote but I'm always surprised that its under what I estimate myself. The only thing I don't like is that I do not know when my package has shipped and this last time I ordered (this past week actually) one of the bags of wax was ripped open and spilled. Luckily it was not the tart wax or cleaning it up would have been near nightmare levels lol. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rustic Posted July 14, 2009 Share Posted July 14, 2009 I also use KY para/soy wax, Vickie is always great to work with and her shipping is reasonable and fast. :rolleyes2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LeahRB Posted July 14, 2009 Author Share Posted July 14, 2009 This Ky wax must be great cause so many of you guys use it. I've made up my mind and I going to quit searching. I will be ordering KY tart wax this week. Thanks for all of your replies and help. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheWickedWick Posted July 14, 2009 Share Posted July 14, 2009 Leah..if after trying the KY wax and you notice your tarts have smooth-like dimples after setting up and if it bugs you, I add 20% soy and it smooths it all out. Just wanted to let you know this just in case it occurs. I emailed Vickey at KY and she said sometimes this dimple thing happens and suggested the 20% added soy to combat it. The soy didn't affect the HT or consistency of my tarts. Tarts still popped out of my molds after a few minutes in the freezer and came out of my burner just fine-again after a few moments in the freezer.Just a little FYI Karen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LeahRB Posted July 14, 2009 Author Share Posted July 14, 2009 Thank you for the tip. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LeahRB Posted July 17, 2009 Author Share Posted July 17, 2009 Any advice on how to work with this wax? What temp to heat to? How much FO per pound? Pour temp? Does it color easy? Sorry for all the questions. Any advice is appreciated. Thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheWickedWick Posted July 17, 2009 Share Posted July 17, 2009 Leah...I heat to 165* add FO 1.5 oz per pound stir for approx 2 minutes to incorporate FO and pour around 150*. I do add 20% soy (GB 464) to get rid of those little dimples. Sorry..don't add dye so I don't know about that. I'm making some tomorrow and will be trying dye in it for the first time. If you do them today, post and let me know how the dye works. I haven't read anything on past posts that anyone had any problems using dye.Have fun! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LeahRB Posted July 17, 2009 Author Share Posted July 17, 2009 Thanks for your help. I won't be doing any today, in fact I am just ordering today, so it will be a few days before I get to test. I just like to plan ahead. Thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CandleMama6 Posted July 18, 2009 Share Posted July 18, 2009 I add 20% soy and it smooths it all out.Ok, my brain is gone on vacation for the week-end. When doing a lb of the KY wax, how many oz of KY do you use and how many oz of soy?Also, I have the 415, can you use that for the soy?Thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheWickedWick Posted July 18, 2009 Share Posted July 18, 2009 Some days my brain takes a day off too I use: 12.8 oz of KY Tart wax 3.2 oz of GB 464 (I've used C-3 too..don't see why you couldn't use 415. I'm not familar with the 415..but hey, what the heck-I'd give it a shot). The only reason I use the soy is because from time to time without it I get these smooth-like little dimples on top. It doesn't look bad at all and doesn't affect the way the tart melts or anything. The additional soy just makes the tops smooth.I use 1.5 oz. of FO. Don't use dye, however, today I'm going to test some in this mix.Have fun. The KY is a really easy wax to work with. I've been very pleased with the CT & HT and after a few minutes in the freezer, the way it pops out of my bowl. All my testers have given my tarts a thumbs up.Karen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CandleMama6 Posted July 18, 2009 Share Posted July 18, 2009 Thanks Karen. I am going to order some in the next week or so and I will have to give it a try. Just another thing I need (want). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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