Hi Nona's Farm! Thank you for this! That last piece blew my mind. I had no idea a 2-wk cure time was necessary! Still plugging away but much more gun shy. Taking my time.
Again, thank you.
Thank you @earthling121757! I researched and found right here on this forum that the ArtMinds wax is indeed a pillar wax -- newbie mistake! Sheesh. Haven't been able to find out what the wicks are good/best for. The packaging says 'various candle making projects' so it's extremely vague.
I did...
Hi everyone,
I am new to candle making and I had a really weird burn where all of the candle sides stayed and did not burn/melt.
I used parafin wax (ArtMinds from Michael's) and an extra large wick; for large containers - 9" / 22.8cm. These wicks are meant for containers 3" to 4" (7.6 cm - 10.1...
Sorry!
Here's a UK Amazon link to a candle maker kit. https://www.amazon.co.uk/Complete-Supplies-Scented-Candles-Thermometer/dp/B07XNQD1FK/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=candle+maker+kit&qid=1576888685&sr=8-1
Hi! This is a great beginner kit that's not terribly expensive. This was the first one I purchased and it worked out nicely for teacher gifts.
From Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Complete-DIY-Candle-Making-Supplies/dp/B079GF7MKM/ref=sr_1_4?keywords=candle+making+kit&qid=1576645275&sr=8-4
Good...