pixisprkl Posted August 23, 2006 Share Posted August 23, 2006 I have read the threads about storing tarts and I purchased some storage containers with the #5 on the bottom.My problem is that they dry out while in the containers. I just purchased new ones with a better fitting lid to see if it helps, but my question is: Should I also wrap them BEFORE putting them into the containers? (I am searching for polypro bags for this purpose).I use EzSoy with beeswax.I know the question seems silly, but I couldn't find threads specific for storing soy tarts. I would love to shrink wrap them but wouldn't the soy be too soft?Any help would be greatly appreciated!! TIA Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sharon in KY Posted August 23, 2006 Share Posted August 23, 2006 I really don't think they are drying out because of the containers. I use and have used these types of containers for years. And depending on the batch of soy I get the wax will dry out. Since you use bees wax I would up the amount while you have this batch of wax. Just got a new batch from Aug. and it so nice and moist/oily. I'm sure I will have no trouble with it. The way I can tell if it will be a drying batch is if the flakes are kinda crunchy. I never noticed when I got a new skid in March that some were from Dec. and really those should have been used first but they were on the bottom and I just got into them. So my tarts are drying out and ones I have had made for months are still pretty. Hope you don't have too much more in stock. Also when you order make sure it is a newer batch. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pixisprkl Posted August 23, 2006 Author Share Posted August 23, 2006 I really don't think they are drying out because of the containers. I use and have used these types of containers for years. And depending on the batch of soy I get the wax will dry out. Since you use bees wax I would up the amount while you have this batch of wax. Just got a new batch from Aug. and it so nice and moist/oily. I'm sure I will have no trouble with it. The way I can tell if it will be a drying batch is if the flakes are kinda crunchy. I never noticed when I got a new skid in March that some were from Dec. and really those should have been used first but they were on the bottom and I just got into them. So my tarts are drying out and ones I have had made for months are still pretty. Hope you don't have too much more in stock. Also when you order make sure it is a newer batch.I never even considered the wax! It was a 10lb sample so I am almost done with it. When I reorder, can I request a newer batch?Thank you for your advice, I am very appreciative!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sharon in KY Posted August 23, 2006 Share Posted August 23, 2006 I would ask, do you know when the sample was made? My batch from March or April was fine. I would ask and see what they say. Also if adding bees wax I would think it would harden the wax up enough to shrink wrap just fine. Just keep an eye on them maybe heat from the bottom. I don't shrink so I really shouldn't give advice....... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pixisprkl Posted August 24, 2006 Author Share Posted August 24, 2006 You know.... I can't find a date on this wax :undecided It doesn't say.Hopefully it will not dry out too much! I just made a slew of tarts to test different scents.... and I make them for my own enjoyment so it will take me a little while to get through all of these ..... but I do love it. If they will last and not dry out... I will be sending some off as gifts to family. But I guess I will just have to wait and see. I am going to hold off on shrink wrapping.... my hubby will hurt me if I spend more money!!!Thank you for your help! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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