cingular11111 asked:


I saw on the history channle a long time ago how the kids in the 18 century would make candle kites , which is like a little box of paper an a candle in the middle which would make hot air raise it up into the sky!

I never did find out how to make one , does anyone know ?

You can’t answer your own question.

PHILIP

coogarproducts asked:

Candle filling equipment from Coogar Products LLC can fill any size container, with any liquid, at any speed. The Mark VIIe pumper adds fragrance and color to your base, as you pour. The machine meters fragrance and color to an exact amount. The machine then mixes the exact amount for each individual container and fills each container with the exact amount, every time. The Mark VIIe works with a precise amount of 1/100th of a gram and 1/10000th of an increment. No waste, no cleanup and at …

GREGORIO

Charmed asked:


I have decided that my affinity for candles is really costly so I am thinking of making my own. Now what? Any basic suggestions? I have already requested a book from the library. I just want basic tips about candle making. Like scents and the best wax or maybe just problems you may have encountered? Thanks!

ALFRED

Carrie L asked:


Please be sure you ideas work because I don’t want to make it worse!!!!

ROMAN

Waxmelters asked:

All EZFLO & Autoshot3000 systems are designed to eliminate drips and spills if operated correctly.

LLOYD

Angelic Ventura asked:


Lately, a ton of people have showed interest in candle making. Because of this recent flocking to the  craft, candle making suppliers are under pressure to not only improve upon items commonly used, but to come up with new options that are just as viable as the traditional ones. Luckily, those who sell candle making wax have met our expectations.

Paraffin candle making wax is a classic example. As a byproduct of petroleum processing, there is no shortage of it and is therefore relatively inexpensive to get your hands on. As the petroleum distillation process continues to be improved upon, so does the quality of paraffin wax obtained. Even though it is an indirect improvement, the fact of the matter is the paraffin wax of today is of a higher quality than the paraffin wax of 20 years ago and will just continue to increase in quality as time goes on.

We can look at the much newer palm candle making wax as another example. When people figured out that you can get candle wax out of palm trees, people in countries such as  Malaysia and Indonesia cut down giant swatches of rain forest, home to many endangered species, just to plant their palm plantations.

Luckily, before the ecosystem damage went too far, the World Wide Fund for Nature stepped in and created the RSPO. The RSPO is an organization responsible for defining techniques to improve palm wax production. They also found ways that the plantation owners could still plant their palm trees and get their palm candle making wax, but without any ecosystem destruction. That is why if you purchase palm wax for your candles, you should be sure that the company you buy from is RSPO approved.

Soy candle wax has recently risen in the popular candle making wax ranks as well. Made from hydrogenated soy beans, it is both a renewable resource and actually more eco-friendly than petroleum based waxes. It does have it’s limitations, being a bit softer than paraffin wax, but it behaves exactly the same. So if you’re looking for a slightly cleaner burning candle, soy wax is what I would recommend.

There are several other candle making waxes available. You could use beeswax for your candle making, which has a natural fragrance, is sturdy and also burns very cleaning. Gel wax is another option. A lot of people like using gel wax because with the higher densities you can actually suspend decorations in the wax making for some truly beautiful candles. If you choose gel wax though, you have to realize that the higher the density you choose, the longer the wax will take to melt and the harder it will be to pour into your mold.

As you can see, there are quite a variation of candle making waxes to choose from today. In order to make the right decision for which is right for your project, you may need to do a bit of research, but once you find the perfect wax for you, the little bit of time invested is well worth the result.



NED

Walter Ballenberger asked:


Candle making can be a pleasurable or even profitable hobby, but one must be always cognizant of the fact that hot melted wax can cause many serious problems if proper precautions are not taken. Candle making safety tips include having a fire extinguisher and a box of baking soda on hand whenever you are melting wax. Use these to put out any wax fires that might start. First try to smother the fire with the baking soda. You can also use the top of your double boiler to smother a wax fire. You’ll need to have a double boiler for melting the wax, so it will be available. Don’t ever try to put out a wax fire with water, as the wax can burst and explode and burn the skin. Also don’t ever let your wax temperature exceed 280 degrees F (138 degrees C).

Other Candle Making Tips- Keep Kids and Pets Away

With the possibility looming of a wax fire as described above, it should be obvious that children and pets should be kept away from any hot wax. Even when the wax has been poured into a mold caution should be exercised. If the mold happens to be aluminum it can get very hot and burn the skin. Don’t ever heat wax or start to heat wax by putting it in a microwave oven. Heat can quickly build up inside the wax and cause it to explode. In any case melting wax should never be left unattended and you will need to have a wax thermometer to monitor the temperature of your wax at all times. Be careful not to let your wax get onto your heating element as it could very possibly ignite and cause a fire.

Other Precautions

You will need to have a good metal pouring pot to pour your wax into molds. Be sure to use one that can withstand high temperatures and has a handle and spout. Be sure to store your wax away from heat in a cool and dry place. If somehow melted wax does come in contact with the skin, run cold water over the area. This will cool the wax and make it solidify such that it can be pulled off the skin. You will most likely need to treat the affected skin area as you would treat a burn. Don’t allow water to drip into hot wax as it can explode and fly onto your skin and cause burns. If the exploding hot wax were to get into your eyes, it is obvious that very serious problems could result, so this tip is extremely important. Also, be sure to use only dyes and fragrances that have been designed specifically for candle making. Lastly, don’t ever pour melted wax down a drain.

Although candle making has its dangers due to the need to handle hot melted wax, most of the problems mentioned above can be easily avoided if you are aware of the dangers of hot wax and use common sense when making candles. If you have the right equipment and are prepared and consider the above candle making tips, your projects will be executed smoothly and serious problems will be avoided.



ROLANDO

wicked_redhead3 asked:


I’m just wondering what is the best molds for making candles.
metal, plastic, rubber ect…

JAMAR