Hello! My name is Erica and I make videos about the start-up of my small candle business called Memory Box Candle Co. I would love for you to be apart of this journey with me :)
I don’t know how you can make a candle for $3.50. That’s not realistic for a small home based business. Specially if I don’t have a local supplier. Explain to me how you can make a candle for $3.50 and what is the size of that candle.
@michelle-lc9qjСағат бұрын
I a newbie candle maker. Does flaming candle have good scents? I know candle science does, but trying other brands.
@michelle-lc9qjСағат бұрын
I’m gonna try the cookie scent. I got a cookie scent from a different fragrance oil company and it smells like chemicals. ☹️
@sanibelnaturals9381Сағат бұрын
Where do I find the wick holders?
@willaribraheem41406 сағат бұрын
The fact that your now a Mother and talk about it in your videos makes you even more relatable I ❤ it! Don’t stop talking about being a Mom it’s Part of Who You Are 😉💌
@MemoryBoxCandleCo5 сағат бұрын
Awww thank you ☺️☺️ I will never stop talking about it!
@marcin492212 сағат бұрын
Would you consider doing a private consulting call? My wife and I are getting a candle making side hustle together, I think your input would help us out. Thanks for all of the coaching you offer in your videos!
@MemoryBoxCandleCo5 сағат бұрын
Hi! This is something I really want to offer! My baby is almost 10 months old and is currently teething and super attached to me so I know it would be really really hard to be able to stick with a scheduled call right now. (Unless you were open to a 2-3 hour time frame where I call you when I can 😅 ) But I hope that in the next 6-12 months I’ll be able to have the ability to schedule out calls and offer coaching because I have had a Lot of requests for this lately!
@cB-nm1js21 сағат бұрын
We are about to start shipping our products but are worried about the summer heat. Someone said they only ship candles on Monday or Tuesday, so it is not sitting in a warehouse somewhere in the heat. How do you handle shipping in high heat?
@MemoryBoxCandleCo21 сағат бұрын
Oh yes! We are actually about to implement a mon-wed only shipping because of the summer heat! I guess that’s the only time I go against shipping asap :)
@Get_YT_Views.33023 сағат бұрын
Spread positivity like confetti! Your kind words and actions have the power to brighten someone's day and create a ripple effect of happiness.
@WanderingPinesCottage23 сағат бұрын
I've been in business for almost 13 years and the idea of what fast shipping is has changed because of Amazon. Amazon has made customers sooo impatient and made people's expectations almost unreasonable. It's been such an annoying switch as a business owner. I started to receive complaints (not a ton but enough to be like what's going on!) about my shipping times once amazon prime became a thing. I never received complaints prior and my shipping times have always remained the same! I have tried to adapt some and get things out quicker but it can't always happen - it's just me running it and I'm also a single mom. :) I understand that some suppliers are quicker than others but I don't usually order because one ships quicker over the other. I just have to plan around their shipping times. It is nice to receive things quickly but sometimes I wonder if the workers are overworked because people are sooo demanding of getting their supplies so quickly.
@MemoryBoxCandleCo5 сағат бұрын
I totally get that! You do what you can! ❤️❤️
@suzanneh3052Күн бұрын
I completely agree with fast shipping being a priority, both as a business ordering supplies and shipping to my customers. I find that communicating with my customers about the timeline for shipping helps immensely.
@joycerodgers219Күн бұрын
I definitely ship quickly with my boutique sales and always receive praise from my customers how fast I ship. It definitely keeps themcoming back.
@kitakhatКүн бұрын
I definitely prefer the vendors that ship fast. Makesy has a hub near I suspect and common items ship to me quickly. I can drive to Lone Star. There's some others close too. Candle Science is the best on fast shipping and price and quality. Only thing is, they don't offer installment payment integration or shipping deals. Typically , spend $100-150 for free shipping is my choice vendors. I definitely consider accessibility, especially when doings pre-order/made to order.
@brookedallimore7101Күн бұрын
And then what about taxes after that gross profit? 😅
@MemoryBoxCandleCoКүн бұрын
Oh yes you always got to set aside some money for good ole taxes 😅
@diegooland1261Күн бұрын
I'm in banking and I'd add, track your finances in some sort of professional way. If you do make it to the point of going into a bank and asking about a small business loan, they're going to want to see you at least try on the book keeping end of thing. And be HONEST with your numbers. Do NOT fudge your numbers. And even if you don't get the loan, a good loan officer will help you. If you come across as a prospect, they will nurture you.
@iblankedurmommyКүн бұрын
Thank you !!!! I'm sending this to every new marketing manager ! I'm so sick of gimmicks . Use your words . Have you seen this ! Works with every product. Great video 💯
@Soulful_Spirit_Candle_CoКүн бұрын
This was an awesome podcast! A lot of good information & a lot of truth ! Which is needed, it’s hard work , you’re definitely going to (at some point) be willing to change & adapt, I know I’ve done it a few times in the last few years, and the hardest will (for me be the target customers / market) people seem to always changing it up 😅one minute you think you have it down to a science and bam it changes or they change , I basically take more custom orders now than I do online that seems to work the best for me right now, that could change after I post this comment 🤣 Thank you for this podcast and I definitely am loving the Candle Business Guide 🥰
@MemoryBoxCandleCoКүн бұрын
Yes things are always changing and you really never know what kind of turn your business is going to take! And thank you so much!! ☺️
@louisegoudie2 күн бұрын
Hi Erica, good to see you back 😊. Do you still blend with beeswax? X
@MemoryBoxCandleCoКүн бұрын
We do with our other sized candles! ☺️
@jessi48942 күн бұрын
I needed this so much! I keep hearing about finding/knowing the target market and building the customer avatar, but it's eluding me. Narrowing it down is a really good idea.
@shannonevangelista2 күн бұрын
If it’s not painful, you’re not doing it right…
@TawandaSanders-kc4cd2 күн бұрын
I have a question so am reopening my business soon. And have to types of markets. One of them are memorial candles am dedicated it to my son who was killed two years ago. So do i do to etsy shops or can i have two different types on one shop.
@boatscandleco3 күн бұрын
Hi! Do you have a link for the wicking tool
@MemoryBoxCandleCo2 күн бұрын
Yes it’s from this Etsy shop! Etsy.com/shop/carpelink
You’re one of the only candle creators I originally followed 4 years ago still in business. Most have shutdown after the pandemic boom.
@sunitajsd3 күн бұрын
I can’t see where it says they integrate with Shopify. Did that changed by now perhaps?
@MemoryBoxCandleCo3 күн бұрын
They still have it! Which plan do you have?
@sunitajsd3 күн бұрын
@@MemoryBoxCandleCo When I clicked now on plans instead of the website it is mentioned in brackets there with the starter plan. But great I clicked on plans to see as the website didn’t show anything. What plan would you recommend to start out with?
@MemoryBoxCandleCo3 күн бұрын
@@sunitajsd The starter plan does offer the connection with Shopify so if that’s what you’re needing, that should be just fine!
@shelbycipra5853 күн бұрын
It’s HARD out here
@rosi60633 күн бұрын
That target market is such a hard one for me. Cannot wait to c what u offer. Thx Erica❤
@SimplyHaley3 күн бұрын
I've never been so passionate for something. With my ADHD, I run through hobbies like no ones business haha, but I've stuck with this for over a year now and my business has been self sustaining for a while. I believe I can reach my main goal. Not sure how long it'll take, but I'm putting in as much work as I can to make it happen. Something that I found funny was when you said "it can be fun and it can be hard" it reminded me of being a parent XD sure it's fun sometimes, but it's also hard. Our businesses are basically like our children I guess haha.
@lavenderwarrior13 күн бұрын
I'm right there with you! I'm in the production stage.
@conniecochrane44693 күн бұрын
Erica, can you feel others’ emotions? I benefitted from this video, thank you Sweetie! I have your wick placement tool, I love mine! Where is the link for the video business course? Thank you so much for the time and energy invested in this video! Much love to you and your lil family!🙏🏻❤️✨
@MemoryBoxCandleCo3 күн бұрын
Hi Connie! Yes I believe I am an empath and have always been able to tune into the emotions of others ❤️ And the candle business guide I just created is going to have video content added to it! I am currently working on the first video module which is how to get your first sale, and then I plan on going more in depth on creating a shopify store (I know you have been struggling with this!) www.ericamariemorris.com/guide Thank you as always!! ☺️☺️
@conniecochrane4469Күн бұрын
@@MemoryBoxCandleCo I am an empath as well! I felt 99.9999% you were too! I’m also claircognizant and clairsentient. I read people like a book. THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR YOUR HELP WITH SHOPIFY!! Thank you, THANK YOU!! I just love you Mama!! You have been such a huge help to me along my candle journey. You have been a mentor who I appreciate and I am so grateful for! We just bought our first Digiboil and I can’t wait to get it!! Have a wonderful weekend Sweetie!🙏🏻❤️✨🕊️💫💫
@MemoryBoxCandleCo3 күн бұрын
❤ Get My Candle Business Guide! www.ericamariemorris.com/guide
@Skinnychelle484 күн бұрын
Just doing the research to start, thank u!
@backyardchickies4 күн бұрын
I love CandleScience. Their shipping is the cheapest for me actually.
@MemoryBoxCandleCo4 күн бұрын
Me too! 😅 I think it depends on where you live!
@backyardchickies3 күн бұрын
@@MemoryBoxCandleCo absolutely! I'm close to their Nevada warehouse 😍
@cultjalebi4 күн бұрын
Thanks for the pump up :)
@MemoryBoxCandleCo3 күн бұрын
You’re welcome! ❤️
@sarahdennison68074 күн бұрын
LOVE YOUR CHANNEL! your videos are so helpful. i do have a question though. the 10-20% you talk about what exactly is that percentage for?
@MemoryBoxCandleCo4 күн бұрын
Thank you!! And it’s to account for your labor costs :)
@reneejurgensen72804 күн бұрын
Thanks for this video ~ When you do a custom blend do you do a 50/50 blens? Also do these smell just as nice in wax melts (I used BW921) I have been watching you grow and so glad you have become so successful.
@reneejurgensen72805 күн бұрын
I am using a silicon candy bar mold that has 6 bars (2 Pcs Wax Melt Molds, Rectangle Chocolate Molds, Silicone Chocolate Bar Molds by Brand: XYSMZM) and I don't know how to calculate how many ounces it holds. I saw one video which states "each individual" bar holds 42 gr total fill weight. So if I want 10% f/o how do I calculate that per bar and then for the whole mold which contains 6 bars? Hope you understand what I mean. Thank You, Renee
@kalebbrown59165 күн бұрын
new to candles, but not new to terminology like flashpoint as I currently work in petrochemicals. you did answer my one question regarding adding it to wax at a higher temperature than flashpoint, so thank you!
@escentialindulgence5 күн бұрын
Thank you so much, I have been absolutely obsessed with ideas on what I am going to for the busiest season of 2024. I want to be proactive and just so very excited.
@brookedallimore71016 күн бұрын
Thank you for all your videos! My biggest issue is decisiveness as well! It’s refreshing to know I’m not the only one and to see someone like you (with an established brand) who also struggles with this and is still successful!
@senina6 күн бұрын
Pumpkin Spice didn’t sell good for me either so I got rid of it.
@amandamunch826 күн бұрын
Agreed. So glad we started making in August last year. Now we definitely need to start sooner. Thank you.
@chaos422076 күн бұрын
Glad to know I'm not crazy for working on my fall and winter collection already. Figured I would officially launch it at a Christmas in July event I am doing mid July.
@makissmith3386 күн бұрын
Hi, dear Erika. I have questions about what flas point means on every scents. Can you explain that..Thank 😊
@MemoryBoxCandleCo6 күн бұрын
It’s the point in which the fragrance oil will combust if exposed to an open flame. As candle makers, we don’t really have to pay attention to the flash point unless we are working with gel wax, or shipping a FO by air on its own (not in candle form). So most candle makers don’t even need to pay attention to the flash point :)
@makissmith3386 күн бұрын
@@MemoryBoxCandleCo Thanks bless week...
@reginawallace26876 күн бұрын
Erica, pumpkin doesn’t sell well for me either . Thank you so much for this information. I was struggling with this issue last year and I reached out to 1994 candles so thank you.
@Slayer_yt35036 күн бұрын
Hi Erica I need some serious help I am making candles for a popup event. I used coconut apricot cd6 or cd 7 was recommended for the size jar i use with th6 it left wax on the sides of the jar but a thin layer i tried cdn7 and it seemed to not leave much wax around the jar but what i was conceearned about was that te jar was a little warmer than i wanted and the flame whas not high but bounced around a bit
@kenb64936 күн бұрын
Do you wrap each candle individually then line the box for your wholesale orders?
@MemoryBoxCandleCo6 күн бұрын
Yes!
@lisawalker79236 күн бұрын
Good idea
@jantellfowler58836 күн бұрын
I was just putting my order together 😂😅 i wont get left behind😊
@toyamichelle7 күн бұрын
Confirmation that I'm not wrong to start the Falliday collection as of 2 weeks ago😂
@Soulful_Spirit_Candle_Co7 күн бұрын
This is my favorite time to shop for scents 🥰
@MemoryBoxCandleCo6 күн бұрын
Me too!! ☺️
@wendybunton58237 күн бұрын
Really good explanantion. I am from florida. I havent got any luck finding good markets. If any body from florida knows please share info.
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I don’t know how you can make a candle for $3.50. That’s not realistic for a small home based business. Specially if I don’t have a local supplier. Explain to me how you can make a candle for $3.50 and what is the size of that candle.
I a newbie candle maker. Does flaming candle have good scents? I know candle science does, but trying other brands.
I’m gonna try the cookie scent. I got a cookie scent from a different fragrance oil company and it smells like chemicals. ☹️
Where do I find the wick holders?
The fact that your now a Mother and talk about it in your videos makes you even more relatable I ❤ it! Don’t stop talking about being a Mom it’s Part of Who You Are 😉💌
Awww thank you ☺️☺️ I will never stop talking about it!
Would you consider doing a private consulting call? My wife and I are getting a candle making side hustle together, I think your input would help us out. Thanks for all of the coaching you offer in your videos!
Hi! This is something I really want to offer! My baby is almost 10 months old and is currently teething and super attached to me so I know it would be really really hard to be able to stick with a scheduled call right now. (Unless you were open to a 2-3 hour time frame where I call you when I can 😅 ) But I hope that in the next 6-12 months I’ll be able to have the ability to schedule out calls and offer coaching because I have had a Lot of requests for this lately!
We are about to start shipping our products but are worried about the summer heat. Someone said they only ship candles on Monday or Tuesday, so it is not sitting in a warehouse somewhere in the heat. How do you handle shipping in high heat?
Oh yes! We are actually about to implement a mon-wed only shipping because of the summer heat! I guess that’s the only time I go against shipping asap :)
Spread positivity like confetti! Your kind words and actions have the power to brighten someone's day and create a ripple effect of happiness.
I've been in business for almost 13 years and the idea of what fast shipping is has changed because of Amazon. Amazon has made customers sooo impatient and made people's expectations almost unreasonable. It's been such an annoying switch as a business owner. I started to receive complaints (not a ton but enough to be like what's going on!) about my shipping times once amazon prime became a thing. I never received complaints prior and my shipping times have always remained the same! I have tried to adapt some and get things out quicker but it can't always happen - it's just me running it and I'm also a single mom. :) I understand that some suppliers are quicker than others but I don't usually order because one ships quicker over the other. I just have to plan around their shipping times. It is nice to receive things quickly but sometimes I wonder if the workers are overworked because people are sooo demanding of getting their supplies so quickly.
I totally get that! You do what you can! ❤️❤️
I completely agree with fast shipping being a priority, both as a business ordering supplies and shipping to my customers. I find that communicating with my customers about the timeline for shipping helps immensely.
I definitely ship quickly with my boutique sales and always receive praise from my customers how fast I ship. It definitely keeps themcoming back.
I definitely prefer the vendors that ship fast. Makesy has a hub near I suspect and common items ship to me quickly. I can drive to Lone Star. There's some others close too. Candle Science is the best on fast shipping and price and quality. Only thing is, they don't offer installment payment integration or shipping deals. Typically , spend $100-150 for free shipping is my choice vendors. I definitely consider accessibility, especially when doings pre-order/made to order.
And then what about taxes after that gross profit? 😅
Oh yes you always got to set aside some money for good ole taxes 😅
I'm in banking and I'd add, track your finances in some sort of professional way. If you do make it to the point of going into a bank and asking about a small business loan, they're going to want to see you at least try on the book keeping end of thing. And be HONEST with your numbers. Do NOT fudge your numbers. And even if you don't get the loan, a good loan officer will help you. If you come across as a prospect, they will nurture you.
Thank you !!!! I'm sending this to every new marketing manager ! I'm so sick of gimmicks . Use your words . Have you seen this ! Works with every product. Great video 💯
This was an awesome podcast! A lot of good information & a lot of truth ! Which is needed, it’s hard work , you’re definitely going to (at some point) be willing to change & adapt, I know I’ve done it a few times in the last few years, and the hardest will (for me be the target customers / market) people seem to always changing it up 😅one minute you think you have it down to a science and bam it changes or they change , I basically take more custom orders now than I do online that seems to work the best for me right now, that could change after I post this comment 🤣 Thank you for this podcast and I definitely am loving the Candle Business Guide 🥰
Yes things are always changing and you really never know what kind of turn your business is going to take! And thank you so much!! ☺️
Hi Erica, good to see you back 😊. Do you still blend with beeswax? X
We do with our other sized candles! ☺️
I needed this so much! I keep hearing about finding/knowing the target market and building the customer avatar, but it's eluding me. Narrowing it down is a really good idea.
If it’s not painful, you’re not doing it right…
I have a question so am reopening my business soon. And have to types of markets. One of them are memorial candles am dedicated it to my son who was killed two years ago. So do i do to etsy shops or can i have two different types on one shop.
Hi! Do you have a link for the wicking tool
Yes it’s from this Etsy shop! Etsy.com/shop/carpelink
✨JOIN INVENTORA: inventora.co/memoryboxcandleco (Aff link)
You’re one of the only candle creators I originally followed 4 years ago still in business. Most have shutdown after the pandemic boom.
I can’t see where it says they integrate with Shopify. Did that changed by now perhaps?
They still have it! Which plan do you have?
@@MemoryBoxCandleCo When I clicked now on plans instead of the website it is mentioned in brackets there with the starter plan. But great I clicked on plans to see as the website didn’t show anything. What plan would you recommend to start out with?
@@sunitajsd The starter plan does offer the connection with Shopify so if that’s what you’re needing, that should be just fine!
It’s HARD out here
That target market is such a hard one for me. Cannot wait to c what u offer. Thx Erica❤
I've never been so passionate for something. With my ADHD, I run through hobbies like no ones business haha, but I've stuck with this for over a year now and my business has been self sustaining for a while. I believe I can reach my main goal. Not sure how long it'll take, but I'm putting in as much work as I can to make it happen. Something that I found funny was when you said "it can be fun and it can be hard" it reminded me of being a parent XD sure it's fun sometimes, but it's also hard. Our businesses are basically like our children I guess haha.
I'm right there with you! I'm in the production stage.
Erica, can you feel others’ emotions? I benefitted from this video, thank you Sweetie! I have your wick placement tool, I love mine! Where is the link for the video business course? Thank you so much for the time and energy invested in this video! Much love to you and your lil family!🙏🏻❤️✨
Hi Connie! Yes I believe I am an empath and have always been able to tune into the emotions of others ❤️ And the candle business guide I just created is going to have video content added to it! I am currently working on the first video module which is how to get your first sale, and then I plan on going more in depth on creating a shopify store (I know you have been struggling with this!) www.ericamariemorris.com/guide Thank you as always!! ☺️☺️
@@MemoryBoxCandleCo I am an empath as well! I felt 99.9999% you were too! I’m also claircognizant and clairsentient. I read people like a book. THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR YOUR HELP WITH SHOPIFY!! Thank you, THANK YOU!! I just love you Mama!! You have been such a huge help to me along my candle journey. You have been a mentor who I appreciate and I am so grateful for! We just bought our first Digiboil and I can’t wait to get it!! Have a wonderful weekend Sweetie!🙏🏻❤️✨🕊️💫💫
❤ Get My Candle Business Guide! www.ericamariemorris.com/guide
Just doing the research to start, thank u!
I love CandleScience. Their shipping is the cheapest for me actually.
Me too! 😅 I think it depends on where you live!
@@MemoryBoxCandleCo absolutely! I'm close to their Nevada warehouse 😍
Thanks for the pump up :)
You’re welcome! ❤️
LOVE YOUR CHANNEL! your videos are so helpful. i do have a question though. the 10-20% you talk about what exactly is that percentage for?
Thank you!! And it’s to account for your labor costs :)
Thanks for this video ~ When you do a custom blend do you do a 50/50 blens? Also do these smell just as nice in wax melts (I used BW921) I have been watching you grow and so glad you have become so successful.
I am using a silicon candy bar mold that has 6 bars (2 Pcs Wax Melt Molds, Rectangle Chocolate Molds, Silicone Chocolate Bar Molds by Brand: XYSMZM) and I don't know how to calculate how many ounces it holds. I saw one video which states "each individual" bar holds 42 gr total fill weight. So if I want 10% f/o how do I calculate that per bar and then for the whole mold which contains 6 bars? Hope you understand what I mean. Thank You, Renee
new to candles, but not new to terminology like flashpoint as I currently work in petrochemicals. you did answer my one question regarding adding it to wax at a higher temperature than flashpoint, so thank you!
Thank you so much, I have been absolutely obsessed with ideas on what I am going to for the busiest season of 2024. I want to be proactive and just so very excited.
Thank you for all your videos! My biggest issue is decisiveness as well! It’s refreshing to know I’m not the only one and to see someone like you (with an established brand) who also struggles with this and is still successful!
Pumpkin Spice didn’t sell good for me either so I got rid of it.
Agreed. So glad we started making in August last year. Now we definitely need to start sooner. Thank you.
Glad to know I'm not crazy for working on my fall and winter collection already. Figured I would officially launch it at a Christmas in July event I am doing mid July.
Hi, dear Erika. I have questions about what flas point means on every scents. Can you explain that..Thank 😊
It’s the point in which the fragrance oil will combust if exposed to an open flame. As candle makers, we don’t really have to pay attention to the flash point unless we are working with gel wax, or shipping a FO by air on its own (not in candle form). So most candle makers don’t even need to pay attention to the flash point :)
@@MemoryBoxCandleCo Thanks bless week...
Erica, pumpkin doesn’t sell well for me either . Thank you so much for this information. I was struggling with this issue last year and I reached out to 1994 candles so thank you.
Hi Erica I need some serious help I am making candles for a popup event. I used coconut apricot cd6 or cd 7 was recommended for the size jar i use with th6 it left wax on the sides of the jar but a thin layer i tried cdn7 and it seemed to not leave much wax around the jar but what i was conceearned about was that te jar was a little warmer than i wanted and the flame whas not high but bounced around a bit
Do you wrap each candle individually then line the box for your wholesale orders?
Yes!
Good idea
I was just putting my order together 😂😅 i wont get left behind😊
Confirmation that I'm not wrong to start the Falliday collection as of 2 weeks ago😂
This is my favorite time to shop for scents 🥰
Me too!! ☺️
Really good explanantion. I am from florida. I havent got any luck finding good markets. If any body from florida knows please share info.