People can tell me how to do something and for some reason I don't get it as well as actually seeing it. So you putting the math on paper makes it so much easier. I do that same formulation as well but just wanted you to know that how you presented it is the way I need it to be done to understand things. There have to be other people out there like me that need the visuals plus the hands on. Good tutorial.

@SunshineSoapandCandleCompany

5 жыл бұрын

Renee Cormalis- Soaps For Love thank you! I am just like you!! I really need the visual and the hands on practice to get it! I was really hoping this would be a helpful video!

@teresa28ist

4 жыл бұрын

Right because I have a difficult time lol

Thanks for the shoutout! Great video and I love those DV vessels. 😁

@SunshineSoapandCandleCompany

4 жыл бұрын

Standley Handcrafted thank you! What a game changer it was to find your video on making the spout on that roasting pot! It would be fun to collaborate sometime! 😊

@StandleyHandcrafted

4 жыл бұрын

Sunshine Soap and Candle Company Id love that!

@phoenixabram1981

2 жыл бұрын

Instablaster...

I have watched so many of your videos. But I don't know how I overlooked this. You're the first person to measure in ounces and not grams. And your recipe was very knowledgeable and well explained. Thank you so much!! Blessings!

@SunshineSoapandCandleCompany

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

Hi thanks so much for sharing I refer back to this video so much whenevr I need a refresher on creating a candle recipe

These calculations were everything. Thank you soooo much.

@SunshineSoapandCandleCompany

4 жыл бұрын

You are welcome! I am glad it helped!

This was amazing! I love the added mica on top 🤎

Super beautiful containers and love the mica powder idea too. It is amazing to watch you create a new batch too. Thanks for the math portion as well I am good at math, but this helps a lot in making sure you have the right measurements. Thank you so much for your help.

Thank you for taking the time to show us everything. I have to see it to get it. I GOT IT!! 😀

Thank you I just ordered these, this helps a lot

Thanks for putting the link..love watching all your videos

Love the Mica idea! I've been wondering what i could use besides glitter thanks, Great Video!

Great information on how much wax to use, thank you so much, just found you last night, great videos

It’s perfect, I love the container and your level of your candle it’s great.

@SunshineSoapandCandleCompany

3 жыл бұрын

Kimberly Josephine thank you!!

Very cute, the candles look awesome!!!

@SunshineSoapandCandleCompany

5 жыл бұрын

Medic1308gal thank you!

This was awesome and much needed. Thanks so much for sharing.

@SunshineSoapandCandleCompany

5 жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching! :)

Thank you for this video! It's exactly what I need to know.

@SunshineSoapandCandleCompany

5 жыл бұрын

Eileen Jackson you are welcome!

I just made some candles with my granddaughter to give as Christmas presents. They turned out great. It was watching you that inspired me. Thank you. Merry Christmas 🎄

@SunshineSoapandCandleCompany

4 жыл бұрын

I love this! I am so glad they turned out great! Merry Christmas to you!

💖 Very pretty! I love those containers!! So beautiful. And the gold mica was a beautiful final touch!

@SunshineSoapandCandleCompany

5 жыл бұрын

Thank you! I am in love with those containers, lol!

Ive been trying to figure this out...Thanks for posting this.. I really appreciate it!!

@SunshineSoapandCandleCompany

5 жыл бұрын

Monique Leonard you are welcome! I remember when this was an “ah ha” moment for me! 😊

thanks so much , I could never figure it out. you explain it great

@SunshineSoapandCandleCompany

5 жыл бұрын

Joyce Swain you are welcome!

Wow! I do the same thing to my candles with the gold mica except after seeing this video I learned a way to give it a more "dusted" look. Thanks for the tip. I love your channel! (I have the same vessels as well :-)

Beautiful!

This is great! Beautiful candles! Thanks for sharing with us!!❤️ I started making wax melts Jan 2019 and really want to start candles in January 2020. Love your videos and sharing!☺️💗

@SunshineSoapandCandleCompany

5 жыл бұрын

Bellessentials Handmade thank you! Keep me posted on your candle creations!

They look awesome

@SunshineSoapandCandleCompany

4 жыл бұрын

thank you

Brilliant!

Gorgeous candles

@SunshineSoapandCandleCompany

5 жыл бұрын

Nicole Thomas thank you!

@highstandards6226

4 жыл бұрын

Nicole Thomas, TOTALLY AGREE!!! Sunshine Soap and Candle...Thank you for all you do, you're a natural born teacher!👏👏👏🥰🥳just wanted to add what may be a useful tip for some. I'd been canning homemade veggies and jelly for years, bever gave it a thought. Next door neighbour was over one day, suggested laying a couple layers of newspaper on my counter, just in case. Just in case of what? Counters clean easily... " if you have a tiny wet spot...and a jar is on or too near it, hot liquid hits the inside of that jar, its going to crack! Good point, been laying down newsprint ever since. Still haven't had a problem, but that mere act of laying that newsprint down has shown me a few damp spots I hadn't known about, until...so, I just figured, one more trick in the arsenal.😉doesn't harm, gives an extra use for that newspaper...👏👏🙃😎

So pretty and I bet they smell amazing! Tfs🍐

@SunshineSoapandCandleCompany

4 жыл бұрын

thank you!

So pretty!

Best video ever.. 💖💖

@SunshineSoapandCandleCompany

4 жыл бұрын

iday uribe thank you!

I want to make candles ❤

Very nice

Lol pear in a pineapple 😃.

Hello! I’ve loved your videos. Thanks so much for sharing. I use Joy Wax and have added 1.5 oz per pound as you have and it’s great!! My question is (and I’m new, so sorry if this is dumb)... but if the fragrance bottle says the FO is for Candles 3-10%... does that mean we can still use 1.5 oz FO per pound?

Could you please offer tips or a link for when using a gas stove-top when making candles? I just placed my order for the Joy wax and am so excited. My daughters and I are going to be making candles as gifts for Christmas. Thank you so much for your videos. They are by far the best tutorials out there!

@SunshineSoapandCandleCompany

4 жыл бұрын

M W that is awesome! Thank you for watching my tutorials. I recommend using a double boiler if you have never made candles. This way your wax doesn’t get too hot

@ChristDied_PayingForYourSins

4 жыл бұрын

@@SunshineSoapandCandleCompany You are so welcome!! Okydokeee will do!! Thank you soo much!! 😊

I'm a new subscriber, and I really enjoy watching your video. Can you tell me what time of wicks are you using? Thank you! By the way, Happy New Year 2020!

What kind of pot is that? I’m only finding heavy ones like crock pots so I must be looking at the wrong type. Tips on which to buy? And thank you for the video. So helpful!

Very beautiful

@SunshineSoapandCandleCompany

4 жыл бұрын

thank you!

Is it important to add a UV inhibitor into candles that you plan to sell? I've researched that it helps keep candles from fading (dyed candles). Awesome video, too! Thanks so much for sharing! :)

@SunshineSoapandCandleCompany

5 жыл бұрын

Tracy M you can but it is not necessary. I don’t use any additives other than color and fragrance. But if you are doing craft fairs and your products are in the sun they can bleach out.

Hi !!! Love your videos . I would like to know how long you let your candles cure for ?

These are beautiful What size wick did you use.

Hi love great video what size wick did you use

You’re inspiring! Where did you buy your wick-holder?

Thank you for sharing your knowledge through your video's. I know you mentioned what wick you used for this project. But how do you determine the wick size? I think it must depend on the type of wax and size of container you are using.

@SunshineSoapandCandleCompany

4 жыл бұрын

thank you! And yes, generally speaking, the wick size is determined by type of wax and the diameter of your container.

Just wanted to let you know that if you multiply the total weight that you want, 66 oz, by 1.1 (110%), you would get you how much wax you need. No need for that first calculation :) Then you have 60 oz of wax, with 10% fragrance oil which would be 6 oz, with a total of 66 oz!

@SunshineSoapandCandleCompany

4 жыл бұрын

Sarah Calkins thank you for showing us that!! Lol, I am a super hands on learner!

I found for me that adding ingredients into the batch and not weighing them separately can be a problem if you add too much. There is no way to remove the ingredient if you over poor. For me, it is best to measure everything separately and then combine them. Especially true if you are making lotions and have multiple ingredients and accuracy is so important. This just works for me.

@SunshineSoapandCandleCompany

4 жыл бұрын

Michael Adkins yes! You will definitely be more accurate this way!

Hi! I have been testing and testing. I am using the Joy Wax, with a vessel with a 3” diameter and have not found the correct wick to use in this medium 8 oz jar. What would you recommend?

can you put the mica in the wax while its melted ? or can it only go on top when its hard ?

Wax to water is (for most wax) around 0.96, so using water weight is generally good enough.

JUST BEAUTIFUL ,WHERE DID YOU FIND THE PINEAPLLE JARS SO NICE....

Thank you for this video. Can you advise what type of wax you used for this tutorial?

@SunshineSoapandCandleCompany

5 жыл бұрын

Nenee Thompkins yes it’s is joy wax from nature’s garden 😊

Hello. What size wick did you use for this vessel? Love your video.

Do you do make pillar candles if so can you do a video please and thank you 😊

😀👍👍👍

Very nice! Where do you put hour label on this containers?

I love Craft's 💖🌹✨😭💖✨🌹✨🌹✨🌹✨💖💞🙏

Thanks for the easy to follow instructions.🙌 Can you please share where you bought the metal and plastic pitchers?

@SunshineSoapandCandleCompany

5 жыл бұрын

I got the metal pour pitcher from candlescience.com and the plastic pitcher I think I got at the grocery store.

@reeseb8520

5 жыл бұрын

@@SunshineSoapandCandleCompany Thank you!

Hi Cory, what do you do with the left over wax? how can you introduce it to a new batch?

What size wick did you use?

Great video

@SunshineSoapandCandleCompany

5 жыл бұрын

Laura Castro thank you!

How do you clean your equipment?

LOVE your videos so refreshing for someone to share their years of experience and not feel threatened :) You mentioned that you add a safety label to each one of your candle jars. What exactly does it read? TIA, Caren

@SunshineSoapandCandleCompany

4 жыл бұрын

Caren Golub thank you! It’s just a candle warning label. The kind you see on all store bought candles. It gives wick trimming and burning instructions and then has a warning not to leave it unattended while burning

@carengolub4456

4 жыл бұрын

@@SunshineSoapandCandleCompany thank you so much!

Hi, I read a post on FB that was interesting and made sense and want to know if this is what you also do. A gal said that if you are making for example a 16oz. candle, you do not melt 16oz. of wax and then add to that 1.6oz. fragrance oil. She said for a 16oz. candle, you would melt 14.4oz. of wax and add to that 1.6oz. fragrance oil to make a total of 16oz. Your thoughts? She said otherwise the 16oz. is too much wax for that amount of FO and you don't get a strong enough candle.

@sunitajagoo1593

4 жыл бұрын

hi... from the research I am doing. this seems the better option. very few people advise this, but it makes sense to me to save wax.

@pee4452

3 жыл бұрын

Actually 14.5 oz WAX & 1.5 oz fragrance oil. That’s 10% fragrance load. I usually go higher though. Max 12% in my candles.

If you don't mind me asking what wicks are you using with your pineapple vessel?

I love your video on your calculation of these vessels. What wick are you using for these jars..??

@SunshineSoapandCandleCompany

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you. I am using a CD-12. The flame does get a little high at the end of the burn but the opening of the jar is wide.

@rozzvirgil9492

3 жыл бұрын

@@SunshineSoapandCandleCompany Thank you!

I have a dumb question...is it safe to add fabuloso to a candle?

What size Wick should I use

What wick do you use?

What wick size did you use for this jar if you don’t mind sharing

Very pretty. Does the mica damage the burning of the candle in any kind of way? Thanks

@SunshineSoapandCandleCompany

3 жыл бұрын

If you only use a little it’s fine, I’ve never had an issue. Micas are oil soluble too so they dissolve nicely as the candle burns

@yvettebooth67

3 жыл бұрын

@@SunshineSoapandCandleCompany thanks 😊

Does the weight of the solid wax relate to the weight of the liquid wax? Did u weigh out 59.4oz of solid wax?

Love those, what wick did you use?

@corieddings5713

5 жыл бұрын

Oh, CD 12 , never mind, lol

@SunshineSoapandCandleCompany

5 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

what candle wick did you use for this candle

Which wick and size are you using?

Very pretty.... You're amazing!!!

@angelashealy6105

5 жыл бұрын

What size wick did you use?

@SunshineSoapandCandleCompany

5 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@SunshineSoapandCandleCompany

5 жыл бұрын

Angela Shealy these are the cd 12 wicks

@angelashealy6105

5 жыл бұрын

@@SunshineSoapandCandleCompany Thanks. Cory, have you tried the hemp wicks with the joy wax? I've seen where some seem to think the hemp works better. I'm new to this therefore I don't know. Once again keep the tutorials coming because you are great...

@SunshineSoapandCandleCompany

5 жыл бұрын

@@angelashealy6105 thank you so much! I have not used the hemp wicks in joy wax, I have used them in soy wax and from my recollection, they burn similar. I should try them in the joy wax and see...

How much are wax heaters ?and where from in uk.

I heard you love Joy wax for its throw. I never have much luck with soy. What do you think?

@SunshineSoapandCandleCompany

4 жыл бұрын

Laura Castro i do think joy wax has an excellent throw. But with any new fragrance you have to test it out. I have not had every fragrance I’ve ever tried throw great

I thought mica clogged candles? I think they’re beautiful though. After over 20 years of making candles I started to branch off to mostly wax melts. I feel like I can be more creative with my melts.

@SunshineSoapandCandleCompany

5 жыл бұрын

Yes! You can be so creative with wax melts. A little sprinkle of mica using joy wax does just fine. I have never tried it with soy wax, could be more troublesome.

Hi Cory, I have a question for you. I just ordered my joy wax a few days ago and I want to use like a clean fragrance. Something like clean linen or clean cotton. Have you ever used any of those fragrances or a clean fresh scent that would be a very good HT in the joy wax?

@SunshineSoapandCandleCompany

4 жыл бұрын

I have tried fresh linen in a small container with joy wax. It was a very light scent in my candle.

@lisabrown178

4 жыл бұрын

Where do you order joy wax

Could you please tell me where I can buy your candles? The are beautiful.

@SunshineSoapandCandleCompany

4 жыл бұрын

thank you! You can find them on my website at www.sunshinesoapandcandle.com/

Hi Is mica powder safe to use in candles ? thinking of doing that also but was unsure thanks for the video great to watch as usual

@SunshineSoapandCandleCompany

3 жыл бұрын

Amanda CROWN a little bit on top like I did here is fine but I wouldn’t use it to color my candles

@amandacrown7307

3 жыл бұрын

@@SunshineSoapandCandleCompany Thank you so much for the feedback

What size wick did you use? Thank you.

@SunshineSoapandCandleCompany

5 жыл бұрын

Pat S. CD 12 wicks

Hi, Would u say Brandied Pear is a somewhat sweet scent or more spicy?? I've been a subbie 4 a while & doing my homework for over a year now. I Know u know what you're doing so I just spent a pretty penny based on what u use. Just wanted 2 say Thx 4 Helping out a Newbie!! 😊

@SunshineSoapandCandleCompany

3 жыл бұрын

Hi, thanks for your support. Brandied pear is a very sweet fragrance. Keep me posted on your creations

@lilyashagirl

3 жыл бұрын

@@SunshineSoapandCandleCompany I definitely will. And Thank U for your response. 😊

Hey so when you’re weighing out the wax to 59.4 your scale throw is a complete different number

where do u get your label paper since you print from home

@SunshineSoapandCandleCompany

4 жыл бұрын

beniyah james I order all my label paper from online labels.com

Where would you put the label on these type of jars?

@SunshineSoapandCandleCompany

4 жыл бұрын

I use a little one inch circle label and place it on the bottom of the container so I don't junk up the pretty glass. Before they are sold I place the warning label on the inside of the lid.

What is the best wax for waxs melt?

@SunshineSoapandCandleCompany

4 жыл бұрын

Lacreshea Cox I like the pillar of bliss wax from nature’s garden

@lacresheac.4307

4 жыл бұрын

@@SunshineSoapandCandleCompany thank u so much

Dear i make with paraphin,but when its burn,it melt like hole with wick ,what s the problem?

Can u mix mica powder with the wax itself in the beginning instead of dusting it for example ?

@SunshineSoapandCandleCompany

4 жыл бұрын

FadwaNJ no, this would probably clog the wick, you should only ever use candle dye for candle coloring.

@FadwaNJ

4 жыл бұрын

Sunshine Soap and Candle Company thank you so much for ur quick reply . You are a great inspiration . I will start this journey soon 😘😘

I’m sorry I didn’t hear which Wick you used for this particular vessel? Do you mind sharing?

@SunshineSoapandCandleCompany

4 жыл бұрын

I use a CD-12 with this container

@xoShardea

4 жыл бұрын

Sunshine Soap and Candle Company Thank you I’m unsure if you will get my message on Patreon but what are your thoughts about the joy wax catching fire? Are there other waxes you would recommend that performs like Joy wax? Thank you so much for your response

Can anyone please tell the significance of deducting 10% at the start? How does the 10% fragrance load affect all of this?

Is it safe to have that mica burning on the candle?

@SunshineSoapandCandleCompany

5 жыл бұрын

I've never had a problem. If you just add a little it it sinks to the bottom of the melt pool and looks really pretty. A lot of it dissolves in the first burn. I have not tried this in 100% soy wax, it may clog the candle a little in soy wax.

Some people are saying that joy wax does not have a great HT. Is that true?

@SunshineSoapandCandleCompany

5 жыл бұрын

Gigie Candle maker I love joy wax. I find it has to do with the type of fragrance you use. Some carry much better than others

@Gigiethechoublaklady

5 жыл бұрын

@@SunshineSoapandCandleCompany i might give it a try then. Thank you for answering

Love your videos!! Is 10% the max you can use with joy? I made 2 candles using the same same containers but my HT is not very strong I used cd12 and 14 .. 14 seemed to work best but the HT is not strong 😩 any tips you can give me??

@SunshineSoapandCandleCompany

4 жыл бұрын

Hi, I would not go above 10% with joy wax. It could be your fragrance. Some fragrances carry much more than others. I would take notes on fragrances that don't perform well for you and don't use them again for candles.

@shopourdream1547

4 жыл бұрын

Sunshine Soap and Candle Company thank you for replying I used day at the spa from candle science it works great with my 464 and 6006, I will test with another FO! Thank you

nigga its 4:00 am and Im watching how to make a candle

@marycody5619

5 жыл бұрын

LMBO SMH

Your total weight for 11 candles was 65.34 instead of 66. When selling your candles and putting the oz on the jar do you just bump the number up to get an even number?

@SunshineSoapandCandleCompany

4 жыл бұрын

Yes, I just round up.

What is that container called with the pipe?

@SunshineSoapandCandleCompany

4 жыл бұрын

It's a presto pot

How long it takes for the wax to melt and reach 200F ?

@SunshineSoapandCandleCompany

5 жыл бұрын

Gigie Candle maker it takes about 10 mins or less.

Maths undergrad here: If you divide by 1.1 instead of multiplying by 0.9 to reduce your total liquid weight by 10%, you won't finish with the small discrepancy at the end (the discrepancy being that 65.34 is slightly off of 66).

@SunshineSoapandCandleCompany

4 жыл бұрын

David King great advice! Thank you! I’ll refer back to this comment!

What type of wax is Joy Wax??

@SunshineSoapandCandleCompany

5 жыл бұрын

Joy Wax is a soy, paraffin and vegetable wax blend. You can get it from Nature's Garden Candles.

@tanyabonnett4174

5 жыл бұрын

@@SunshineSoapandCandleCompany Thankyou for the information, I'm in Tasmania Australia so another supplier closer to home will be what I would look for, I was hoping it was a soy derivative

The more I study about wicks, the more confused I get. What kind of wicks did you use in your vessels?