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PostPosted: Tue Nov 09, 2010 1:31 pm 

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In short...
I have some paraffin wax and beeswax granules lying around as well as a handful of yummy soaping scents.

Can I use these to make some candles?

I have soaping scents and colorants from Bramblerry. They are not 'candle only'. I don't know if they are safe for candle making at all. That's where I need *you*.

Could somebody give me a quick run down/recipe for a container candle?

I can double check my exact scents if needed, I just didn't know if, in general, most soaping fragrance oils could or could not be used for candles. And don't know at all if colorants are interchangeable. (I'll double check what exactly I have there as well if there's a possibility a soaping colorant *can* be used for candles too)

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PostPosted: Wed Nov 10, 2010 8:16 am 

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You don't say what kind of paraffin you have, so I can't guess if this would be good for candles. Beeswax, however, makes great candles, especially tapers, votives and pillars.

I use many Bramble Berry FO's for my candles that aren't specifically for candles. Most have a great throw at 1 oz./lb., depending on your wax. Soap colorants cannot be used in candles, you need actual candle dyes.


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PostPosted: Mon Nov 15, 2010 8:57 am 

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Thanks...that's a start. :)

I just have craft paraffin ?? The stuff that comes in bars in a box at any ole store.

See, told ya, completely clueless. ;) I just had a random idea the other day and thought I'd see what I could figure out. :)

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Some soap colorants are not safe for candles, especially if they are water or glycerin based. Some colors can clog up the wick. Anytime you change a color or fragrance you will need to test a wick. I would get a wick sample pack and see which wick works out better for you. It's not as easy as people think.

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PostPosted: Sat Nov 20, 2010 6:33 am 

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Yes, I am seeing it's not so 'simple' afterall. Glad I checked in here and didn't try to just 'wing it' :) Thanks for your help. It looks like candle making will be put aside until I can purchase specific supplies. Working on smelly alternatives now ;)

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PostPosted: Sat Nov 20, 2010 12:42 pm 
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The best way to start is to buy a candle kit that has everything in it.

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PostPosted: Sat Nov 20, 2010 2:54 pm 

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aah but that sounds so boring and like cheating LOL

I mean, I understand, it's not. It's simply having all the needed stuff right there, together, one package, you're done. But, see, I have a problem with making things more difficult than they need to be. It goes against every fiber of my being to buy a kit. LOL :roll:

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