CraftyChris Posted July 3, 2012 Share Posted July 3, 2012 CraftyChris here, been awhile, like a YEAR!!! Thought I would share some of the goodies we make in our shop.... We use mostly paraffin, but also work with gel, and soy in some of our candles, depending on the look I am trying to achieve. For those who don't know me, I Christine, and I make candles full time for a living. I have been at it for about 15 years now, and have a staff of 7. We have a retail store, but specialize in wholesale orders, supplying a few chain stores here in Canada, and a lot of gift shops. I used to post on here all the time!! I found a lot of inspiration from my on line friends, and hope some of our candles inspire you as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SuzyK Posted July 3, 2012 Share Posted July 3, 2012 Awesome products!! I love all the colors of the candles shown! My boyfriend would love the smoke/odor eliminator, he loves to play poker. Thanks for sharing! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kitn Posted July 3, 2012 Share Posted July 3, 2012 Everything is absolutely beautiful. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
simply fragrant Posted July 3, 2012 Share Posted July 3, 2012 CraftyChris, you have some beautiful products. Thanks for sharing! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ksranch Posted July 3, 2012 Share Posted July 3, 2012 Thank you for sharing! Your products are inspiring! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
soapbuddy Posted July 3, 2012 Share Posted July 3, 2012 Very nice! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NaturallyTru Posted July 3, 2012 Share Posted July 3, 2012 You have such gorgeous and creative items Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scifichik Posted July 4, 2012 Share Posted July 4, 2012 CraftyChris here, been awhile, like a YEAR!!! Thought I would share some of the goodies we make in our shop.... We use mostly paraffin, but also work with gel, and soy in some of our candles, depending on the look I am trying to achieve. For those who don't know me, I Christine, and I make candles full time for a living. I have been at it for about 15 years now, and have a staff of 7. We have a retail store, but specialize in wholesale orders, supplying a few chain stores here in Canada, and a lot of gift shops. I used to post on here all the time!! I found a lot of inspiration from my on line friends, and hope some of our candles inspire you as well.Those are lovely! Several look too beautiful to think about burning I'm curious about the pouring happening in the handcrafted.jpg How are the wicks being centered there? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vicky_CO Posted July 4, 2012 Share Posted July 4, 2012 Hey Chris how are you doing? As always I just love your stuff. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scented Posted July 4, 2012 Share Posted July 4, 2012 Stunning Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jeanie353 Posted July 4, 2012 Share Posted July 4, 2012 Wow! They are all wonderful. I can't even pick just one favorite out of that group. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
puma52 Posted July 4, 2012 Share Posted July 4, 2012 (edited) Wow Chris!!!Beautiful colors....beautiful candles.....LOVE the strawberry waffles....excellent idea for thinking outside the box!!!! I can see WHY you are so busy!!! Congrats!!!! Outstanding!!!! Edited July 4, 2012 by puma52 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ladysj Posted July 4, 2012 Share Posted July 4, 2012 Gorgeous Gorgeous & Gorgeous!!!! I'm curious though as to what happens with the gel wax underneath if you have real fruits etc in there. Do you have it wicked to where it stops & doesn't burn the gel? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CraftyChris Posted July 4, 2012 Author Share Posted July 4, 2012 Some candles, we pull up the wick after and put it in a clothespin, while the wax is still warm. It's just faster then sticking them up, pouring and then adjusting. If we are just doing a dozen or something, we will stick them up first. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CraftyChris Posted July 4, 2012 Author Share Posted July 4, 2012 Yes, the wicks are mounted on the gel, and we also use a special crimp on the wick, so it will go out, if the customer ignored the burning instructions... The gel is decorative only, but people bring them back for refills all the time. Gorgeous Gorgeous & Gorgeous!!!! I'm curious though as to what happens with the gel wax underneath if you have real fruits etc in there. Do you have it wicked to where it stops & doesn't burn the gel? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CraftyChris Posted July 4, 2012 Author Share Posted July 4, 2012 Those who PM'd me about the labels, I am an avid scrapbooker, and I think it reflects in my work a lot. I also have taken a few graphics classes. We found it very cost effective to lease a professional printer, so we do print them all in house. The printer is good for our UPC codes as well. I used to pay a printer big bucks, then I got smart!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lsbennis Posted July 5, 2012 Share Posted July 5, 2012 amazing as always! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thebeesknees Posted July 9, 2012 Share Posted July 9, 2012 Beautiful! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kalaimca03 Posted July 9, 2012 Share Posted July 9, 2012 all of them are very beautiful. ur colors are so vibrant. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MommaD Posted July 11, 2012 Share Posted July 11, 2012 Way cool! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blacktieaffair Posted August 2, 2012 Share Posted August 2, 2012 Never fails me... just when I think I have something I really like the looks of that I made, and I'm sitting there patting myself on the back.......... I come in here, and see these absolutely stunning products all of yall make.. and I have this overwhelming urge to hang my head and cry ! LOL They are SO wickedly wonderful! Amazing job! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HayCreekCandles Posted October 7, 2012 Share Posted October 7, 2012 (edited) Very creative! I love the cafe idea! Are those special coffee cups that don't melt? They look like ones from McDonald's....where did you find them? Edited October 7, 2012 by HayCreekCandles Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cocountrycandles Posted October 9, 2012 Share Posted October 9, 2012 Great looking stuff! I love your labeling. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kcdelong Posted October 10, 2012 Share Posted October 10, 2012 (edited) Just a ? What is in the coffee cups? Not wax??? By the way extremely awesome! Edited October 10, 2012 by kcdelong Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Noodle Posted October 10, 2012 Share Posted October 10, 2012 Everything is lovely. My favorite is the last one. Your kiwi fruits look fantastic! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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