VivienneCrow Posted June 17, 2011 Share Posted June 17, 2011 I don't know if this is where I should post this but I wanted to show off my first attempt at creating Votives. And my first attempt with Soy Wax. I think they turned out really nice AND has clinched my decision to use Soy Wax instead of Paraffin. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EricofAZ Posted June 18, 2011 Share Posted June 18, 2011 Nice tops. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
soapbuddy Posted June 18, 2011 Share Posted June 18, 2011 Nice. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kitn Posted June 18, 2011 Share Posted June 18, 2011 they look great!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VivienneCrow Posted June 19, 2011 Author Share Posted June 19, 2011 Thanks I did a second attempt today with 20% beeswax to my soy wax. This is the results. The cooling time was half that of the 100% soy wax recipe. I think it has a little too much beeswax though because the candle comes out a little sticky. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
debratant Posted June 20, 2011 Share Posted June 20, 2011 Your tops are amazing! Very nice! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ksranch Posted June 20, 2011 Share Posted June 20, 2011 Really! I'm having issues with the repours/tops - you have that down! Great work! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stella1952 Posted June 20, 2011 Share Posted June 20, 2011 VERY pretty!! I must add my name to those who are envying your perfect, smoooth tops. Good job! Can hardly wait to see more. Did you use EcoSoya PB for the white ones? Did you color the ones with beeswax or did the color of the beeswax make the butterscotch color? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VivienneCrow Posted June 20, 2011 Author Share Posted June 20, 2011 VERY pretty!! I must add my name to those who are envying your perfect, smoooth tops. Good job! Can hardly wait to see more. Did you use EcoSoya PB for the white ones? Did you color the ones with beeswax or did the color of the beeswax make the butterscotch color?Thanks for all the compliments guys, really makes me feel good! Especially since I'm brand new to candle making. I have to thank my votive molds for the little lip it gives my votive tops, plus I've learnt (from tons of reading) that if I pour the wax for the second pour about 5-10 degrees hotter then the first pour, it adheres and makes a beautiful finish. And Stella the wax I used was Uni-Soy from candlemaking.com.au and I didn't colour the beeswax ones the small amount of beeswax I used gave it that delicious colour. I was very proud of that candle. Once I have more money I'll be purchasing more beeswax so I can make more of them. It even has a slight scent of honey Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VivienneCrow Posted June 22, 2011 Author Share Posted June 22, 2011 Just bought some new Votive holders for my candles, two clear and two frosted. I think they look awesome! and they were only $1 a piece. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stella1952 Posted June 22, 2011 Share Posted June 22, 2011 they were only $1 a pieceHoly High Container Costs, Batman! If you can get that price down somewhat, you are on your way to a marketable product. I don't know where you are located, but buying by the case can get that cost down to a reasonable level, especially if you can pick up locally. Some restaurant suppliers carry Libby candle glassware, so don't overlook them as a source even if there isn't a candle supplier in your area. Good luck! :smiley2: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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