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Has anyone tried them? If so, which one? Wisconsin or Texas (north or south)?

I've never heard of Bitter Creek. What type of company are they? Whole supplies to make your own? Already made candles sold wholesale? Sold retail? Direct sales company?

Supplies to make your own.smileys/smiley36.gifSorry, guess I should have specified that.


I'm thinking of doing my own candle, bath & lotion business, but I don't think I want to sell for anybody else. I'd like to learn how to make my own products and from what I've been reading, it's really interesting and looks like fun.smileys/smiley1.gif


Here's the link to Bitter Creek's North (Wisconsin) site: http://www.candlesupply.com/. They have two locations, one in Wisconsin, the other in Texas, hence the reason for being the north and south. They operate totally independent of each other. From looking around at both sites, I like north better, but I appreciate feedback on either location.Edited by: Taz61281

Yes! I have ordered their Eco Soy wax before. For the price, it was good stuff (but I have since found a supplier in my area that I can pick up from, instead of paying shipping). I think I ordered from the Wisconsin one. They shipped pretty fast.


-Sherri

For supplies, I generally use http://www.wholesalesuppliesplus.com


You can also get great bargains when they put things on clearance, surplus, or have new products on sale! They have wonderful quality products, too.

I have used BC south and they are awesome. I have used the molds and FO's.



Have you checked out Candlewealth? You might like it! Check out my siggie.

Hey, tranquility! I remember your link from before. I think I'm looking to go at it on my own, without being affiliated with a company per se. If it proves too much and decide to give up, though, I've got your link bookmarked.

Okay, not to bump...I've seen a lot of different starter kits available on the net, and most of them are pretty all-inclusive and have the same items. But just your opinions...what are some basic items I should look for in a good starter kit?

Hey Taz! Thanks for keeping me in mind. smileys/smiley2.gif


Wax is going to be the biggest hurdle. You need to decide if you want beeswax, soy, palm, parrafin, or a blend. There are tons of wax to choose from. Once you figure that out, you should be able to find some good kits.


Obviously, you need the basics to get started: wax, wicks, labels, containers, and FO's. Then, you need the equipment: thermometer, scale, and a pouring container. You can use the double boiler method until you get really serious. At that point, you will probably want a wax melter.


Once you get your supplies, please test, test, test. You don't want to start handing out candles that will melt and catch fire!


Have you found www.candlecauldron.com (http://www.candlecauldron.com) yet? You will get some great ideas from them. Another one is the Yahoo group: candlemakingsurvival. You will find lots of support and honest opinions on both sites.


Happy candle making!

Hey Taz! Thanks for keeping me in mind. smileys/smiley2.gif


Wax is going to be the biggest hurdle. You need to decide if you want beeswax, soy, palm, parrafin, or a blend. There are tons of wax to choose from. Once you figure that out, you should be able to find some good kits.


Obviously, you need the basics to get started: wax, wicks, labels, containers, and FO's. Then, you need the equipment: thermometer, scale, and a pouring container. You can use the double boiler method until you get really serious. At that point, you will probably want a wax melter.


Once you get your supplies, please test, test, test. You don't want to start handing out candles that will melt and catch fire!


Have you found www.candlecauldron.com (http://www.candlecauldron.com) yet? You will get some great ideas from them. Another one is the Yahoo group: candlemakingsurvival. You will find lots of support and honest opinions on both sites.


Happy candle making!





I want to start small at first, and probably won't do anything until next month. I actually hadn't seen anything on palm wax, but I've heard of the others. Soy seems to be a popular choice, especially because of its benefits over paraffin. So I'll probably try that one first.


I haven't seen anything about a wax melter!smileys/smiley36.gifI guess it wouldn't be in a starter kit because it's for the big dogs!!! But the double boiler method seems easy enough.


And of course, I'll test before I sell! I'd hate for someone's house to burn down because of me!!!smileys/smiley3.gif


Candlecauldron.com is where I found Bitter Creek!Edited by: Taz61281

I have a presto wax melter. It is actually a turkey roaster that has been modified! LOL! It works great because it keeps the temp constant. You can pick up a new/used one on Ebay.


I'm glad you found candle cauldron. There is awesome information there.


It's so exciting starting up something new. I just love it!

I use BCS and BCN for my supplies, they are Great!

I use BCS and BCN for my supplies, they are Great!


I smileys/smiley27.gifyour website (Tatie's Attic)! It's very professional! I would someday like to get to that point!!!smileys/smiley1.gif

Thanks so much!


It's actually a do it yourself site through www.djdoodle.com (http://www.djdoodle.com).

Thanks! I bookmarked the site.

Taz,


If you decide to go with them or talk w/them, please let them know I told you about them.


THey are great! Very helpful for anything you might need!

Thanks! I will!smileys/smiley1.gif