(New Series!) Wax Wednesdays: PaddyWaxx | How to load and use, pros/cons, tips and tricks
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- čas přidán 23. 07. 2024
- Hello friends!
Welcome to the first of a new video series: Wax Wednesdays! Today I’m talking about all things: PaddyWaxx! Pros, cons, how to load in your pen, and general tips and tricks.
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Great idea to focus on one wax at a time. Good information that's easier to absorb than trying to talk about lots of different types of wax at the same time.
Thank you, Sharon! It’s definitely less overwhelming for me that way, too.
Love how you explain things! As a new DP I’m trying to learn all the tricks and tips out there. The way you explain is simple and to the point non judgmental and gently. Thank you for your time and effort to teach us this awesome craft. 🌼
Hi Katie! Thank you for doing this video. I’ve tried using PaddyWaxx several times without much success. I’m a hard presser 😂. I really like the tip about using a sacrificial drill to unload some of the residue! I’m going to try again with an everlasting tip to see if this helps too.
Hi Kara! I’m glad that this was helpful for you ☺️ I used to be a super hard presser and I had to try to unlearn that habit, haha. The amount of wax that would press out the other end of the pen was unreal! I’ll be so curious to hear if the Everlasting Tip works better for you with PaddyWaxx!
That popping sounds is LIFE! I actually find that it works better for me when it’s cold. When it’s too warm in my house (I live in TX), there is more residue and it doesn’t last as long. I’ve had to place my PW in the fridge for a few minutes!
You’re kidding! When it’s cold? Well, I may have to experiment with that sometime!
As always thank you Katie 😊 this video was super helpful 👍🏽👍🏽
Thank you for this. I've never been able to make it work for me, so I will give it another chance for sure. Love this new series!
You know I had you in mind for this one in particular! I’ll be curious to hear if anything I shared is helpful!
Hi Katie! I LOVE this series. I have watch numerous wax videos ( non from that person thanks goodness) and I still don’t know the best for me so I am looking forward for your series!
Thank you, Cuqui! There are so many wax options out there now, it can be overwhelming and expensive to find one that works for you. Hopefully I can be one of the many creators out there trying to make that a little easier!
Thanks for the info and the review! Always nice to hear opinions and reviews from different creators.
Thank you so much, Momo Bee! I love watching videos on the same topics from multiple creators, since I feel like I always learn something new ☺️
Katie, i feel like i would know nothing without your channel lol. I'm pretty new, and I've tried to watch other people's channels but so far have only found one other that i like besides yours. You think of so many tips and tricks to tell us about that are so helpful!
And confession... I'm totally binge watching your small shop hauls! I love those! I feel like i got to go shopping too! 😂💗
Thank you so much for the tips. I’ve been diamond painting for over a year and this is my first time using PaddyWaxx. The loading style is a game changer. I love picking up all these little tips and tricks.
Really useful thank you, looking forward to the rest of the series.
Thank you, Kirsti! I’m so glad to hear it was useful for you ☺️
The popping sound, love it 😍. Can't wait for my paddywaxx to arrive and try it out with your tips.
I looove that pop!! 🤩 Did you get the super sticky or the regular brick??
@@DiamondsandWashi regular bricks (3). At the time there wasn't any supersticky in stock
Hello Katie, enjoyed watching your thoughts on paddy wax and uses and loading. I'm also a heavy presser. I have used Robin's shop several times for paddy wax. It seems the super sticky works better for me. I have not tried on the metal placers but I will. Also maybe warming up might be helpful. Thanks again for the tips.
Vicki
Yay!! I’m so glad you’re doing this series. 💜
I exclusively use PaddyWaxx right now. Super sticky for squares, regular scented for rounds. I have noticed improvement warming up my PaddyWaxx as far as residue goes, but it also depends on humidity and moisture for me. If it’s too humid, there’s a crazy amount of residue. One day I may try multiplacing again (today is not that day though) so thanks for the heads up. It looked like a pain to load so I know to avoid trying PaddyWaxx for that, at least the bricks.
Thanks for watching my struggle 😂 And isn’t it crazy how much the weather can affect wax of all things?
@@DiamondsandWashi yessss. But tonight, keeping it warm between my thighs has it working PERFECT! 😂
Yay I just got my paddywax perfect timing 😊
Oh hooray! Let me know if you’d like me to point you to any other videos that might have other tips for loading and using it, if you’re having trouble ☺️
@@DiamondsandWashi I'm good I watched the creators video also but thank you so much for the offer. I think I got it 😊
Katie I think this is a great new series! We are always on the hunt for that 'perfect' wax, and everybody's insight helps. I love PaddyWaxx and use it all the time, but even I got some new tips from your video that I want to try! You explain things in a very clear way... Keep the series coming, can't wait to see other waxes!
Thank you, friend! I’m happy to hear that you found it helpful ☺️ I’ll happily watch multiple videos on the same topic, from different creators, because everyone has different approaches and styles!
Thanks for the info..!
That was helpful, thank you!
I’m so glad you found it helpful! ☺️ you’re more than welcome!
Hi Katie, what do you think of super sticky PaddyWax? Do you use it in single or multiplacers? I am not a big fan! Rick
How about using Randas crafty corner wax? Is it similar?
iv only used the pink sines starting in feb and have so so mush of it but i rilly love to give waxx a go. do you know if shops do sumples just to see if i like it as im on uc and cant afred to buy a waxx just to have it in my box as i dint like it.
That's was funny to read that lol hey I think you should keep going I love that series I have that same wax I seen a lot of youtubers doing the same things lol but really it how they think about each products lol anyways him you are great and I am going to keep on watching you
Hi Natalie! I’m sorry for the delay in replying - it was a little busy here with prepping for Christmas 😅 I’m glad you enjoyed this first wax video! And I’m so glad that you’re here - welcome! Happy holidays!
Where can I get that drill tray like the blue one your using here?
hi i was wondering if i could ask some advice as im pretty much a beginner. i have only been doing this a while loving it but have a few questions i thought you may be able to help me with please. im trying to get organised as in having containers and im hoping to label them also. as im on painting number 3. i have just ordered some more little containers 56 i think do you please have any advice on what i can do on a limited budget. i have just ordered some accessories to help me along. i just recently found the multi tool and i feel that it has opened up a whole new enjoyment for me. also is there anything spercific you think can help me please. what do you think of the the chart books? are they worth investing in? thank you.
3 years later video saved me from giving up on paddy wax i got it for the multiplacer and now im just going to use it for single placer now to figure out what to use for the multi 🤔
I am having a lot of issues with residue on the normal scented wax. It completley ruined the section I used it on. It dulled down the diamonds and changed the color from black to grey and I cant get it off. Any ideas on how to fix it and/or what I am doing wrong?
I love this!! Thank you. Have you ever tried wax-tipped pens? The pen tips are wax. I haven't seen anyone use them so I don't know if anyone likes them or not. You don't have to use any of the pink wax. Anyway thanks for the videos. I have learned a lot.
Hi Bonnie! Hmm, I've used Pretty Placers before, if that's what you mean? They work well for special drill kits, but for me, I multiplace too often on regular drill kits for them to be practical for me. But they're worth trying! 💛
Can u use a blow dryer to soften it?
Can I please get some help on what tool to use to get putty or wax out of my steel tips? I have seen that it’s not good to use metal, but I’ve tried toothpicks and they break, I’ve tried dental floss plastic thingies and tips are either too thick, or too pliable and and they bend as I try to pull out wax, putty or micro dots. I’ve run out of ideas and I’m frustrated. Thank you!
Hi Katie. I am watching this 3 years later and was curious how long did this PaddyWaxx brick lasted you ? I would love to try it, but being in the UK the delivery fees are quite high, so would like to be sure it would last a long long time... Thank you
I use the generic wax since i am new to DP. I use 2 to 3 wax squares and when its getting holey 😅 i roll them together with a glass bottle and flatten it like a pasta sheet to make the wax last longer. I usually use a batch of reflattened wax to 3 snack sized wips. I wonder if i am too cheap and this is not a done thing 😂
I like Oaddy Wax, because so far it doesn’t leave residue on AB’ or pull the wax out!
Hello! Confused about one thing - you said "as long as you're using a regular tip and not a stainless steel everlasting tip" the tweezers will work for removing old pink wax from the DP pen -- not sure if I misinterpreted, but why would you not want to use tweezers with stainless steel tips?
How do you clean out wax out of everlasting tip?
How about doing a dp wax stash.. Just curious how insane waxes you have.. Even empty containers will be interesting..
Can I buy paddle wax or mud at an other place then Etsy please ?
Have you ever used this in Ivy's Dazzlers Pen?
I haven't - is that a pen turner? I haven't heard of them but would be happy to check them out!
Can you talk about We Wax and Notyourmoma’s mud! Ricki💙💎
I use the wax I brought it was 4 pounds on amazon and I got 50 pieces and they work so much for me, I also like the single drill tool to place the drills I'm not sure why but I find it satisfying like yeh it will take me longer one small square took me 40 minutes to complete. I find the more than 1 placers don't work for me they don't seem to be accurate
Got my paddywaxx today. Re-watched the video, followed the steps and so far so good! I don't always have a pop but that's ok. Trying to be not heavy handed and I think it works, because so far, little residue. Any tips on the supersticky version? Got a small one with my package as an extra.
Oh yay!! I’m so glad it’s working okay for you so far. The pop doesn’t always last for long. You know, I haven’t used the super sticky in a little while. I’ll make that a goal for this week and try to have some tips to share! I do know that you typically have to “scoop” to load it in your pen, but it’s a little trickier than the regular PaddyWaxx.
How do you warm up the paddy wax
A lot of people will put the bar of PaddyWaxx under their leg when they're sitting down, so it warms up that way! Alternatively, you could hold it in your hands for a little bit and that would probably do the trick too!
Hi, I am one of the ones frustrated with the paddy wax. Just by one for my and my hubby. I try the plastic tips and it wasn’t working so I buy the long lasting tip from amazon and I use the tip that have like an angle. 🤦🏻♀️🤦🏻♀️ omg I can’t get it to work. I love the smell and that is big so I don’t lose it easily however I try loading in and angle (scrapping in on the block) no work. Dip the tip on it don’t work. Push it with my fingers it doesn’t work. I can even make it to click like yours does. I press very gentle, medium pressure, hard an nothing . I just give up!! Watch a couple of videos and all say the same things so I guess am the problem. I will keep it beside me just for the smell of it.
Plus I just have to add... If anyone has an issue with a particular youtube video- then don't watch it. It's that simple. I specifically heard Katie say this was not her own idea and that many people have covered waxes. I personally cannot even remember who the first person I WATCHED talk about wax was, much less the first person who claims it was their idea on all of youtube.
No need to be mean, the world we live in has enough of that. Simply move on.
I’m always happy to give credit where credit is due! And I do my best to be kind and assume the best in others, too.
Can we take a moment of silence for my fallen fox dish?.....He was beloved and is and always will be missed. RIP sweet fox.
I know 😭 I look for one in every Daiso!
I love love love how you explained loading and residue etc.. It drove me crazy that maybe I'm doing something wrong. Thank you
Where can I get paddywax. Please help me
Hi there! You can get it from their Etsy shop: www.etsy.com/shop/PaddyWaxx
You can also slice a thin piece off and Polk your pen through it. 💜
Now that’s an idea I haven’t tried before! Thank you for sharing, I love that!
What are your feelings about super sticky PaddyWaxx? Do you use it and do you put. It in single or multiplacers!
Great job let the power couple of McGloveboy and Starwalt (sounds like a horrible intergalactic law firm specializing in bad opinions and just plain sucking) say what they want. You rock keep killing it!!
Everyone is allowed to have their opinions and feelings. And this one made me laugh out loud ☺️
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This would've been a great series if it hadn't already and still is being done 🙄🥱 it's ok because without followers there wouldn't be any leaders right? 👌✌️
Because she doesn’t actually state IN THE VIDEO that it’s likely already being done. If you expect original content, wipe 92% of YT content of the internet. 🙄🙄
PS, I have no idea who else has or still is doing this but I have no interest to find out due to his/her “followers”
We have all seen people review waxes. She never claimed this was a new concept. However, this is HER take on what works for her. It's refreshing to see someone show so thoroughly, how they utilize Paddywaxx, bc I have yet to make it work for me.
Just curious Carrie what have you done thats "so original".... I mean you must have created the emoji since you LOVE to use them (what are you 13?) If not then hOw oRiGiNaL..... LITERALLY in the 1st 2 mins she says she isn't taking credit for this. You must be a person that's threatened by a strong, thoughtful, intelligent and kind woman.... go back on the hole you popped your spiteful head out of and move along.
Hi Carrie! I'm flattered you created an account just to comment. Forgive me for copy and pasting what I also wrote to another commenter.
I value integrity and authenticity highly, so I was taking time to puzzle through what you shared, and do a little digging. I'm sorry for the pile-on from my friends and followers - it comes from a place of them knowing my heart and my values well. I shared a WIP & Chat last night with more detailed thoughts, but I'll try to condense it down here, too.
It took me a bit to figure out which idea you were saying I'd stolen. I'm far from the first person to review, share tips/tricks, unbox, etc. PaddyWaxx or any of the alternative waxes. And of course I'm not the first to do so in a series-style format or a less formal one. So, I'm guessing it was the "Wax Wednesday" label, though when I searched for that on CZcams yesterday, any number of videos from various creators (diamond painting and otherwise) came up. I also finally found the channel I'm guessing you're referring to.
To be clear, I thought of putting "Wax Wednesday" in my title because it's short, alliterative, and fits neatly with a day of the week. There are any number of alliterative labels about various common crafting things (WIP/Washi Wednesday, Floss Friday, Stash Saturday, Mail Haul Monday, etc), right? I think of those as fairly ubiquitous. If you were to look at my IG feed, on Wednesdays you'll even see that I always have hashtags for WIPWednesday, WashiWednesday, and WaxWednesday.
When it comes to crafting, I don't know that anyone has a monopoly on concepts or series/playlists like unboxings, post reviews, how-tos, etc. We all bring something different to the table, and I value hearing perspectives and ideas from a wide variety of creators, since we all have different approaches and preferences as far as how we diamond paint. And if the "stolen idea" was a video title that honestly seems as common and universal as any of the other alliterations I mentioned above, I'll still apologize for that. It wasn't even remotely intentional, since I wasn't even aware of the channel beforehand. I'm the very first person to give credit to others, I'm never shy about sharing other channels/IG accounts, and I love to encourage and build up fellow crafters. And at least for me, I don't find videos engaging for sake of the titles - I'm here for the content.
I'm confident in my character, my integrity, and my morals. I wish you the best.
Jealous much?!