cynthia3030 Posted May 13, 2013 Share Posted May 13, 2013 Hey ~Where or how is everyone disposing of their used wax? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lmc Posted May 13, 2013 Share Posted May 13, 2013 I use old milk containers...rinse out, cut tops off and pour the hot wax into it, let harden...when its full, I toss it out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
se2653 Posted May 13, 2013 Share Posted May 13, 2013 making firestarters- at least attempting to! (I hate to waste leftover wax from my melts!) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SuzyK Posted May 13, 2013 Share Posted May 13, 2013 I used to just toss it but now I save it for firestarters. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cynthia3030 Posted May 14, 2013 Author Share Posted May 14, 2013 I used to just toss it but now I save it for firestarters. Not sure i know what a fire starter is. I am speaking of wax from a melt where the fragrance is gone or used up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SuzyK Posted May 14, 2013 Share Posted May 14, 2013 Yup, I know that's what you're talking about. Here's a pic of the firestarters I have made. My friend's husband loves them. I haven't started selling them but I've read they sell really well at shows. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cynthia3030 Posted May 14, 2013 Author Share Posted May 14, 2013 Yup, I know that's what you're talking about. Here's a pic of the firestarters I have made. My friend's husband loves them. I haven't started selling them but I've read they sell really well at shows.[ATTACH=CONFIG]26159[/ATTACH]Thanks for the picture, SuzyK. They are actually cute.Are the fire starters scented? Do you add more FO to the used wax and dip the pine cones in your wax? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SuzyK Posted May 14, 2013 Share Posted May 14, 2013 I scented them a little bit. I just use the cupcake holders and put the pinecone in it and pour the wax in. You also buy potpourri and use that instead of pinecones. Oh and in the bottom I also put in pet bedding. If you search firestarters here you'll find more info. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cynthia3030 Posted May 14, 2013 Author Share Posted May 14, 2013 Thanks for your helpful suggestions! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SueH Posted May 14, 2013 Share Posted May 14, 2013 I wick big metal coffee cans with 3 or 4 wicks and put used wax in there and enjoy the candles when I'm sitting outside at night. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cynthia3030 Posted May 16, 2013 Author Share Posted May 16, 2013 :lipsrsealI wick big metal coffee cans with 3 or 4 wicks and put used wax in there and enjoy the candles when I'm sitting outside at night.May work as a bug repellant or help with annoying bugs? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
karinz40 Posted May 16, 2013 Share Posted May 16, 2013 I really like that idea ...going to do that tonite.....thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Candybee Posted May 16, 2013 Share Posted May 16, 2013 Throw out wax?!!! Oh the horror! I think most chandlers repurpose old or used wax. Its so expensive its almost like throwing gold out.Use it as a practice wax, make tarts, use if for dipping scented pine cones, just don't throw it out!! LOL Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SliverOfWax Posted May 16, 2013 Share Posted May 16, 2013 lol. I have never repurposed old wax in my life. It's trash.Toss it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
emilyspoppy Posted May 16, 2013 Share Posted May 16, 2013 (edited) lol. I have never repurposed old wax in my life. It's trash.Toss it!I've resisted posting on this thread, because I had little interest in the subject, but having read the previous post, I feel I must jump in and agree with this member.Please, however, do not stress out your local landfill by contaminating it with what can be a difficult to "compost" material . ("Green Movement" advocates agree!)If you send me a PM; I will reply with an address for a location here in Southern Maryland so that you can ship your unwanted wax to a recycling facility that has been established to dispose of your "trash" wax. You will only need to pay the shipping cost. There are no other processing fees.Note: All waxes, regardless of type, color or scent will be accepted except GEL WAX. This facility does not accept that product.HTH Edited May 16, 2013 by emilyspoppy I'm a MORON! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChandlerWicks Posted May 16, 2013 Share Posted May 16, 2013 (edited) All the wax I've saved from testing, minus the souffle cups I filled & gave away (100's) will be made into fire starters to be sold at a fall benefit for animal rescue. I definitely didn't want to haul 200LBs of used wax when I moved, but anything I could do to help would be worth it. So glad I didn't throw it away!LOL, I'm sure by fall I'll have another 100LBs to use, the way I test! Edited May 16, 2013 by ChandlerWicks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sharon in KY Posted May 19, 2013 Share Posted May 19, 2013 I have wicked a jar and poured the used tart wax into it. Makes a pretty candle, all the different colored layers. They make great candles for when the electric goes off. My customers swear they still have a great smell this way. The jars I use for these are 12 oz Mason type and are $2.00 each. Also put a caution label on the bottom. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sharon in KY Posted May 19, 2013 Share Posted May 19, 2013 All the wax I've saved from testing, minus the souffle cups I filled & gave away (100's) will be made into fire starters to be sold at a fall benefit for animal rescue. I definitely didn't want to haul 200LBs of used wax when I moved, but anything I could do to help would be worth it. So glad I didn't throw it away!LOL, I'm sure by fall I'll have another 100LBs to use, the way I test!This is a great ideal. Making fire starters for animal rescue fundraiser. Could have a bunch made up and ready for the wax all year long. Thanks Also don't forget you can always use the sample FO you didn't like for scents. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChandlerWicks Posted May 19, 2013 Share Posted May 19, 2013 (edited) Good idea, got lots of those little 1ozers. I don't understand why they are waiting until the fall, the animals need them now. If I'm ready with candles by then I'll donate those & clamshells too. Hey, maybe we could get everyone donating fire starters for rescue fundraisers. Anything helps!This is a great ideal. Making fire starters for animal rescue fundraiser. Could have a bunch made up and ready for the wax all year long. Thanks Also don't forget you can always use the sample FO you didn't like for scents. Edited May 19, 2013 by ChandlerWicks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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