To calculate a reasonable estimate of how much wax is required for a candle, simply enter the diameter and height of the candle you are making. Use decimals if needed. [insert_php] while(list($k,$v)=each($_POST)){ $$k=$v; //Yes, that’s two dollar signs } echo…
…(We used IGI 4625) –Round Floater Mold –Wick –Fragrance Oil (We used Cookies for Santa) –Brown Dye –Pouring Pitcher -Whisk Step 1: Melt your pillar wax in a double boiler. While it is melting, wick your container. Step 2: Once…
…that they are cheap, and as your needs grow you can scale up the number of Presto Pots that you use. You can find them at your local discount stores like Wal-mart or Target for about $20-30. Many second-hand stores…
…the touch. Make sure you poke relief holes in the drying process. 10. Now I want to see pics of all of these masterpieces in the gallery! Instructional outline contributed by EB Candles. Contributed by: Ray Myers of GHIcandles…
…of your container, and perhaps the whole container. You would end up with a flame much larger than expected. For this to occur, two things would have to happen here. Number one would be the aforementioned wicking action. Number two…
…have a wasted batch. Also make sure it’s good stainless steel- cheap stainless you get at the dollar store won’t work either. Important safety items: A scale is critical. Mis-measuring batches can give you a dangerous lye heavy batch. One…
…Mold -Cookie Sheet –Pouring Pitcher –Wicks –Hunter Green Liquid Dye or Dye Chips –Golden Honey Liquid Dye or Butterscotch Dye Chips -Round Cookie Cutter (optional) –Fragrance Oil (optional) –Sparkle Gold Mica (optional) –Heat Gun (recommended) Step 1: Melt a small…
Calculators that may come in handy for candle makers. Calculate Wax Weight for a Round Mold: Use this calculator to figure out how much wax to melt to make a round candle. This calculator can also be used to estimate…
…3” Diameter Round Molds: You will need: -3” Diameter Round Mold (Seamless works best but the Sheet Metal Molds will also work) -3” Wick Pin (Height should be appropriate for the height of your mold) –6” Pre-tabbed Wick OR Raw…
…unit of measure in each box. For instance, if you enter the number of ounces in the first box, make sure you are thinking ounces when you enter the number for the second box. [insert_php] echo ‘ ‘; //outputs the…
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