safaripat Posted September 30, 2011 Share Posted September 30, 2011 the last couple of years it has been hard finding cute containers to pour in. Seems like so many co. cutting back on inventory. Anyone have any suggestions on where to find these? I usually try dollar tree, general dollar, hobby lobby, michaels. Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dnj Posted September 30, 2011 Share Posted September 30, 2011 C&S has a small variety of seasonal containers including Christmas. They are a bit on the pricey side but there are some cute ones. hth Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
safaripat Posted September 30, 2011 Author Share Posted September 30, 2011 Who is CS? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nursenancy Posted September 30, 2011 Share Posted September 30, 2011 (edited) Christmas Tree Shoppes! but don't go to Albany or Poughkeepsie, 'cause those are mine! LOL Edited September 30, 2011 by nursenancy cuz I can't spell Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dnj Posted September 30, 2011 Share Posted September 30, 2011 CandlesandSupplies.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sisters3 Posted September 30, 2011 Share Posted September 30, 2011 (edited) NurseNancy....I love Christmas Tree Shoppes!! But how do you know that their cute Christmas and holiday containers are safe for candles? I have thought several times about buying them. Any hints?Thanks! Edited September 30, 2011 by sisters3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stella1952 Posted September 30, 2011 Share Posted September 30, 2011 But how do you know that their cute Christmas and holiday containers are safe for candles?Excellent question! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nursenancy Posted September 30, 2011 Share Posted September 30, 2011 That IS a good question. I use the ceramic mini bread loaf containers ALL THE TIME. I burn them frequently myself and have never had a problem. They also sell votive containers for candles and I recently bought some cute ceramic halloween containers that I will pour in just for myself. I never use - say for example wine glasses or any glasses for that matter. I usually buy containers for packaging tealights or votives - not generally to pour candles in. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beth Posted September 30, 2011 Share Posted September 30, 2011 Newbie question: are these dollar store ceramic containers suitable for candles? (since I already did it...lol) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IwantItgreen Posted October 1, 2011 Share Posted October 1, 2011 That's really cute and I wouldn't be afraid to do that for myself in my own home. However, I'd be hesitant so sell them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stella1952 Posted October 1, 2011 Share Posted October 1, 2011 Yep. There's a LOT of difference in pouring containers of unknown candle container quality for ourselves and pouring them for sale or gifts. I pour in many different containers for myself that may or may not meet the ASTM standards for candle glassware, but I'm sure not going to gift or sell anything that doesn't meet or exceed the ASTM standards. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sisters3 Posted October 3, 2011 Share Posted October 3, 2011 (edited) That IS a good question. I use the ceramic mini bread loaf containers ALL THE TIME. I burn them frequently myself and have never had a problem. They also sell votive containers for candles and I recently bought some cute ceramic halloween containers that I will pour in just for myself. I never use - say for example wine glasses or any glasses for that matter. I usually buy containers for packaging tealights or votives - not generally to pour candles in.Thanks for the info, I will look around my local store to see what they offer. Its was just so funny, the last time I was there I picked up several, as you know you can't beat the prices, but then as I approached the register it dawned on me, Yikes....am I SURE I can use these.Thanks again for the information! Edited October 3, 2011 by sisters3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EnvyCandles Posted October 3, 2011 Share Posted October 3, 2011 Christmas Tree Shoppes! but don't go to Albany or Poughkeepsie, 'cause those are mine! LOLI am in NY also, where are you from? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Darbla Posted October 8, 2011 Share Posted October 8, 2011 Is there an easy way of decorating plain glass? Decoupage? Paint on some holly or poinsettias or snowmen? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlwaysWondering Posted October 8, 2011 Share Posted October 8, 2011 Is there an easy way of decorating plain glass? Decoupage? Paint on some holly or poinsettias or snowmen?This was my thought. Just simple snowflakes, primitive looking snowmen, a "modern" Christmas tree of one continuous zig zag line. Even green, red and white polka dots. I don't think you need true art talent if you keep it simple. Ho Ho Ho in red and green and white dots all around. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ksranch Posted October 8, 2011 Share Posted October 8, 2011 Is there an easy way of decorating plain glass? Decoupage? Paint on some holly or poinsettias or snowmen?I'm playing with stained glass paint - don't know if I can get it down well enough to sell.. but maybe enough for a 'different' present... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChandlerWicks Posted October 8, 2011 Share Posted October 8, 2011 You got it down! Thats great! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JanetsCandles Posted October 8, 2011 Share Posted October 8, 2011 The craft stores sell a paint that works for glass, you bake it to set it. I've used that in the past on candle glassware and it's worked nicely. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ksranch Posted October 8, 2011 Share Posted October 8, 2011 The craft stores sell a paint that works for glass, you bake it to set it. I've used that in the past on candle glassware and it's worked nicely. Yea, that's what I went in search for but the ones here said they didn't carry it anymore because of this new stuff that you don't have to bake set.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ksranch Posted October 8, 2011 Share Posted October 8, 2011 Sorry safaripat = we kinda got off track! ;0) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nursenancy Posted October 9, 2011 Share Posted October 9, 2011 I am in NY also, where are you from? I live in Tannersville - near Hunter Mtn. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
safaripat Posted October 9, 2011 Author Share Posted October 9, 2011 Thanks for all the info. Found some at the Xmas Tree Shop. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
moonshine Posted October 10, 2011 Share Posted October 10, 2011 BCN has adorable snowman containers under the clearance and surplus section- price is good (40% off) and they are very cute for not just Xmas but winter alsoI bought them this spring thinking they were closing them out and see they are still offering them Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
missbright81 Posted October 10, 2011 Share Posted October 10, 2011 Kroger had some really cute christmas bowls on sale. They are manufactured by Libbey and look like little candy bowls. Do you guys think they would be candle-safe since they are made by Libbey? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beth Posted October 10, 2011 Share Posted October 10, 2011 Kroger had some really cute christmas bowls on sale. They are manufactured by Libbey and look like little candy bowls. Do you guys think they would be candle-safe since they are made by Libbey?I saw those too. With a lid for a buck? They were cute. I'd love to know the answer to this too! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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