I started making candles last September and I've really been itching to try gel wax.. I came looking for info on wick types for gel and found your video. It was quite delightful to watch and I got the answer I was looking for. I'm definitely going to give your website a glance for sure!
Hi Lacroixya! We have so many amazing resources to help individuals start their candle/soap making business. Definitely check out our free recipes and classes on our website for some inspiration. www.naturesgardencandles.com/free-craft-classes-recipes :) Have a wonderful day! - Lima NG
As a beginner I will like to try this wax. I can’t find it on the site. An how do I go about choosing a wick for the wax. My jar is straight sided 9 oz jar.
Hey when I make some gel wax, sometimes they are crumbly and not jelly like. I tried so many different temp and some with no dye and then some with dye. But then some are good. Can you help? Thank you
What size wick did you use. My glass is 4.5 inches and used a 210Z wick and it tunneled. Now I switched to a 60-44-18Z it's going on the 3rd hour and the melt pool is only about 1.5 inches across and I can't smell the f.o. I used to make theses about 20 years ago, but can't remember what size wick I used.
Hi Ariana! Thanks for reaching out! You definitely want to make sure that you're using glass that is candle-compatible. I would check with the manufacturer of the glass. :) - Lima NG
Hello NG Staff, I'm a newbie to candle making. as I strolled on yt looking for ways to use gel wax I ran across you guys' page. I have a question? when making the ice cubes how long do you let the gel sit before its ready to cut? Thanks in advance.
Hello! Thanks so much for reaching out! You will want to let the gel wax sit in the mold until it has solidified (no longer liquid) for a long as that takes! If you have any other questions, please let us know! Thanks and a have a great day! - Mary NG 🤗
Hi Pete! When melting gel wax, you want to set the temperature between medium and low. Let the Gel Wax melt until it becomes a thick, liquid syrup consistency. Using the thermometer, do not allow the gel wax to get hotter than 230F. :) - Lima NG
It will ultimately depend on the diameter of your glass. Ours required a Zinc Core 62-52-18z. However, check the description of the zinc core wicks (link below) as it will give you recommendations based on the diameter of your containers. Let me know if you have any other questions. Have a fabulous day! <3 Melissa NG www.naturesgardencandles.com/zinc-core-candle-wicks-100-wicks
Hi! It will really depend on the diameter of the margarita glass that you use. For our glass, we had a diameter of about 4" so we used the extra-large 62-52-18z. You can find the wick suggestion, based on diameter, in the description of the Zinc Core Wicks (link below). We always recommend testing as FO load, additives, and colorant can affect the burn of your candle. Please let me know if you have any other questions. Have a fabulous day! <3 Melissa NG www.naturesgardencandles.com/zinc-core-candle-wicks-100-wicks
I started making candles last September and I've really been itching to try gel wax.. I came looking for info on wick types for gel and found your video. It was quite delightful to watch and I got the answer I was looking for. I'm definitely going to give your website a glance for sure!
Great timing Melissa ..I wanted to try making marqurita candle
Awesome!! So glad you enjoyed the video!
How fun! I would constantly be craving a cocktail. 🍸🍹
PS, did you get your hair done? It looks nice!
Thank you!! So glad you enjoyed the video!
I love this idea 🙏😍
I've used zinc core wicks and they smoked.
i’ve been thinking too start a business like making cute soap & candles your website sounds amazing too help me !
Hi Lacroixya! We have so many amazing resources to help individuals start their candle/soap making business. Definitely check out our free recipes and classes on our website for some inspiration. www.naturesgardencandles.com/free-craft-classes-recipes :) Have a wonderful day! - Lima NG
I have a margarita glass 4 1/2” what size and how many wicks should I use?
Will the wax on the rim not melt when candle is lit?
What kind of glue did you use?
Super cute 😀
Thank you!!
@@Naturesgardencandleswhere can I purchase this wax ?
As a beginner I will like to try this wax. I can’t find it on the site. An how do I go about choosing a wick for the wax. My jar is straight sided 9 oz jar.
Hey when I make some gel wax, sometimes they are crumbly and not jelly like. I tried so many different temp and some with no dye and then some with dye. But then some are good. Can you help? Thank you
What size wick did you use. My glass is 4.5 inches and used a 210Z wick and it tunneled. Now I switched to a 60-44-18Z it's going on the 3rd hour and the melt pool is only about 1.5 inches across and I can't smell the f.o. I used to make theses about 20 years ago, but can't remember what size wick I used.
Do you have ingredients of gel wax?
I wish she just did the candle part w fragrence instead doing ice cubes
How do you pack and ship this candle?
Do you have a beginners video for soap to match? Thanks in advance.
Hi Saundra!
Are you looking for a melt and pour soap recipe or a cold process soap recipe?
Can you make gel wax??
Would like to try this but I'm afraid my margarita glass would shatter from the heat of the wax, any advice?
Hi Ariana! Thanks for reaching out! You definitely want to make sure that you're using glass that is candle-compatible. I would check with the manufacturer of the glass. :) - Lima NG
Hello NG Staff, I'm a newbie to candle making. as I strolled on yt looking for ways to use gel wax I ran across you guys' page. I have a question? when making the ice cubes how long do you let the gel sit before its ready to cut? Thanks in advance.
Hello! Thanks so much for reaching out! You will want to let the gel wax sit in the mold until it has solidified (no longer liquid) for a long as that takes! If you have any other questions, please let us know! Thanks and a have a great day! - Mary NG 🤗
Ok thanks so much.
You are so welcome!🧡 - Mary NG 🤗
Mis cubitos de hielo se expanden ya cuando están bien hechos me gustaría saber el motivo o cuál es mi error
Love it. How hot is the wax supposed to be?
Hi Pete! When melting gel wax, you want to set the temperature between medium and low. Let the Gel Wax melt until it becomes a thick, liquid syrup consistency. Using the thermometer, do not allow the gel wax to get hotter than 230F. :) - Lima NG
@@Naturesgardencandles thank you 🙏
You're very welcome!
Do the gel ice cubes flatten over time? Or does it keep its shape?
Hello Alicia! They keep their shape :) - Lima NG
@@Naturesgardencandles thanks for the response! Can gel candles be double wicked? 😅
Hi, what size wick did you use, I need to purchase it?
It will ultimately depend on the diameter of your glass. Ours required a Zinc Core 62-52-18z. However, check the description of the zinc core wicks (link below) as it will give you recommendations based on the diameter of your containers. Let me know if you have any other questions. Have a fabulous day! <3 Melissa NG www.naturesgardencandles.com/zinc-core-candle-wicks-100-wicks
You guys don’t sell gel wax anymore?
Unfortunately, we do not carry gel wax any longer.
Was the wick pre waxed or no?
All of our wicks are pre waxed! :) - Mary NG 🤗
What size zinc wick was this
Hi! It will really depend on the diameter of the margarita glass that you use. For our glass, we had a diameter of about 4" so we used the extra-large 62-52-18z. You can find the wick suggestion, based on diameter, in the description of the Zinc Core Wicks (link below). We always recommend testing as FO load, additives, and colorant can affect the burn of your candle. Please let me know if you have any other questions. Have a fabulous day! <3 Melissa NG www.naturesgardencandles.com/zinc-core-candle-wicks-100-wicks
I heard not to use a mettle clip so the wick because it gets to hot and can break the glass. What is your experience with this?
Hello Rita! We have never experienced this issue, but we always recommend to test! :) - Lima NG
Does NG sell Gel wax?
Hello! I'm very sorry, but we no longer carry Gel Wax. - Lima NG
What kind of glue did you use?
We used Elmers glue! - Mary NG 🤗