pixelstick Posted January 30, 2006 Share Posted January 30, 2006 I wanted to introduce myself to you guys and say hi. I am a software developer living in Birmingham, AL. I haven't made my first candle yet, but it seems interesting from what I've read so far in that it would explore both my technical and creative sides (same with software development). When I go into a store my eye is automatically drawn to the things that I can't afford (or wouldn't pay that much for), and wouldn't you know it... my initial interest seems to be in soy wax... seemingly the most finicky wax around from what I've read!!! I've got my EL Millenium wax to try and am waiting on my FO and colorant for my first candle(s). Actually I think I'm going to try only FO for my first candles and skip the colorant due to what I've read about the problems inherent in coloring soy (again, from what I've read).Well, we see how it goes... I'm sure I'll keep you guys "posted":) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MichelleOH Posted January 30, 2006 Share Posted January 30, 2006 Welcome and good luck! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Golden Brands Posted January 30, 2006 Share Posted January 30, 2006 Welcome to the board. Watch out for a guy who goes by the name geekrunner. Just kidding he is always good help.jason Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jfields Posted January 30, 2006 Share Posted January 30, 2006 Welcome and happy candlemaking.Jennifer Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ree Posted January 30, 2006 Share Posted January 30, 2006 welcome, I hope that every thing turns out well for you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Breanna Posted January 31, 2006 Share Posted January 31, 2006 HI and welcome to the group!! I have been trying my hand @ soy too,,thought I would just dive right in,,I have been a paraffin user for a long while but just felt I needed to start testing Soy to add to my line.<( gonna take a longgggggg while,,,,,LOL. Jason from Golden Brands, a real great guy,,,,I use their GB 415 and I also have GB 444 both container....Geekrunner is a really awesome guy and is a VERY good Soy man!!! (Giggle),,,I love making Pillars the best but ya need variety!!! And I will shut up now,,,, :laugh2: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
goosebay_1999 Posted January 31, 2006 Share Posted January 31, 2006 Welcome aboard. This is the greatest board in the world! Everyone is great here! I was so lost before I found this board. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Elaine Posted January 31, 2006 Share Posted January 31, 2006 I'm new here too but learned very quickly that there are many helpful and knowledgeable people willing to help. I use the "search" to look up all sorts of stuff; this site is loaded with info! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pixelstick Posted January 31, 2006 Author Share Posted January 31, 2006 Thanks for the warm welcome!!! I should be getting my FO today and will be trying out my first candle some time this week or this weekend. I'll let you know how it goes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pixelstick Posted February 1, 2006 Author Share Posted February 1, 2006 I just realized that the sample wax I ordered didn't ship with any wicks like they said it would. Any recommendations on wicks for these containers...http://www.candletech.com/forums/showthread.php?t=14240 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
geekrunner Posted February 2, 2006 Share Posted February 2, 2006 welcome again! geek Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SoyKandles Posted February 2, 2006 Share Posted February 2, 2006 Love the name - Pixelstick!!Soy is challenging and fun. I always like a challenge and the end product is so great it's a lot of fun. Welcome and have fun with candlemaking! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ADSoy Posted February 2, 2006 Share Posted February 2, 2006 You have no idea what you're getting into! Ha - just kidding!I'm pretty new as well and this soy candlemaking thing is truly addicting. It's so satisfying when you actually make a candle that performs like you want it to. Good luck and have fun with it. Linda Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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