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| dividing a long tower candle into shorter ones | 12/16/2006 | Neecie |
Q: I have a few handmade candle holders, a pair of copper sconces and some tin (?) holders in the shape ...
A: Unfortunately, this isn't really my area of expertise. I've never had to cut any candle in half for ...
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| Candle Scents and Colors | 12/15/2006 | Neecie |
Q: Is there a big difference in fragrance scents(oils)for making candles? I'd like to make some very ...
A: There certainly can be some differences in the fragrance oils that you purchase. Some can be awesome ...
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| bundt cake molds | 12/13/2006 | Neecie |
Q: Can I use a regular non-stick cake pan or do I need a special pan?Do you know where I can purchase a ...
A: Stephanie, I think you can use any type of bundt cake pan there is. If it's a non stick type that ...
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| Candle burning too fast | 12/13/2006 | Neecie |
Q: I'm definitely a newbie to candle making. I need your help. I poured a candle paraffin wax- the ...
A: When you are just starting out candlemaking, it can be very frustrating trying to find the right ...
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| measuring wax | 12/5/2006 | Neecie |
Q: I'm a beginner in making candles.I'm using Creme premium wax.When putting the wax in different size ...
A: There is a very simple way to figure out how much wax you'll need for your jars. All you need to do ...
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| Air pockets? | 11/28/2006 | Neecie |
Q: I just started making candles.One problem is when the wax hardens, it pulls away from the glass near ...
A: Randy, It can be difficult to diagnose what is happening to your candle not knowing what type of ...
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| "Fixing" a candle | 11/26/2006 | Neecie |
Q: Is there any way to "fix" a candle that is burning straight down the middle? The candle is about 4 ...
A: It sounds like this might be a pillar type candle. In pillar candles, you do want the edges to be in ...
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| Using Glass Jars for Candles | 11/19/2006 | Neecie |
Q: Can I use glass jars(baby food,jelly jars,etc...)to make candles? Thanks, Sue
A: There are many types of glass jars that you can use to pour your candles in. Baby food, jelly and ...
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| soap making business | 11/14/2006 | Terry Knorr |
Q: I have started making my own soaps as a hobby, I have even learned through the Internet how to make ...
A: There are a many ways to get started. Choosing the "right" way is a matter of understanding your ...
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| Cleaning Glass Candle Jars | 10/25/2006 | Neecie |
Q: I use many of the scented candles that come in jars with lids. I have been saving all of the used ...
A: If there is any wax left in the jars, the easiest way to get it out is to melt it out. Warm some ...
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| soft soap | 10/21/2006 | Terry Knorr |
Q: i have just started making soap and i am finding that once dried they are not hard like other that i ...
A: There are a number of possible reasons why your soap is not hard. Most reasons are based on the ...
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| container candle making | 9/30/2006 | Neecie |
Q: I have Yaley wax candle that is for molds. Can I make container canles from it? What would be your ...
A: I can only assume this wax for molds would something comparable to a votive or pillar type of wax. ...
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| Soap Business | 9/28/2006 | Terry Knorr |
Q: I hope you haven't had too many sleepless nights thinking about my soap business. I have had quite a ...
A: I guess my favorite owl would be the great horned owl. I like the color and patterns in its ...
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| Soap Business Update | 9/28/2006 | Terry Knorr |
Q: I hope you are well and you have not had too many sleepless nights thinking about the financial ...
A: I hope things are going well for you. I took some time to review your previous questions. I sounds ...
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| Candle Printing | 9/11/2006 | Neecie |
Q: i hope you dont mind we have just opened a candle shop and are looking for the equipment to print ...
A: Unfortunately, I don't know of any other type of printing machines other than the one that you have ...
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| Making Soap rocks | 9/7/2006 | Terry Knorr |
Q: I am a soapmaker but for me is a challenge those soap rocks. Can you help me to learn the process. ...
A: The Soap Rocks are definately interesting soaps! It is possible for the home soapmaker to produce ...
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| bath salts etc. | 8/11/2006 | Stephanie |
Q: I would love to know how to make bath salts fizzies lip balm ,soaps, I like making or should i say ...
A: That is quite a wide range of things for me to cover! May I first start by recommending a book ...
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| Rebatching/ Hand milled | 7/14/2006 | Terry Knorr |
Q: I'm sorry. I thought rebatching was a type of soap making! Sorry about that... anyway, I guess I am ...
A: The process I use is as follows: 1. shred soap 2. put a small amount of the shredded soap in a ...
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| making soap | 7/5/2006 | Terry Knorr |
Q: What is the secret to making agood lathering soap?
A: The secret to a good-lathering soap is in the fats/oils that you use. I assume that by "good ...
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| classes | 7/5/2006 | Terry Knorr |
Q: I read in your profile you teach classes. Where are this classes and if you can send me information. ...
A: I give soapmaking classes in people's homes, churches, community centers; any place people want to ...
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| utensils needed | 7/5/2006 | Terry Knorr |
Q: Am planning to do a batch of 40 bars of soaps. Which utensils will you recommend I will need for ...
A: I'll assume that you already know the basic process for making soap and just give you a list of the ...
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| Jelly Soaps | 7/4/2006 | Terry Knorr |
Q: i'm looking for a recipe to make Jelly soaps, similar to Lush's Jelly soaps. i'm an experienced ...
A: I'm afraid this is a new concept for me. I've never heard of Jelly soaps before reading your ...
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| Liquid Laundry Soap | 6/24/2006 | Terry Knorr |
Q: I started making liquid laundry soap with wood ash. I loved it but my clothes became dirtier, dingy ...
A: I've run into the same problem. There are a number of sources for lye, Rainbow meadow, for ...
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| soap sweating | 6/22/2006 | Terry Knorr |
Q: i read your answer to candice about soap sweating. it was very helpfful. iwould like to know if you ...
A: Yes, it is important that you wait for the soap to cure before wrapping it. While the soap is ...
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| Making Big Soap Bars | 6/8/2006 | Terry Knorr |
Q: Terry - I know this is a crazy question to bother you with, but here goes. Over the past 24 years I ...
A: The method that works best for me is as follows: 1. Using an old grater, shred the soap as fine as ...
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| reply part2 | 6/2/2006 | Terry Knorr |
Q: I have approached my bank manager who has advised me that they will loan me some money to start my ...
A: I know from personal experiance that it is exciting to have a friend as a business partner. ...
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| Soap Business | 5/30/2006 | Terry Knorr |
Q: hope you are well and that the World of soap is still larthering your appetite for making soap and ...
A: It is difficult to answer your question. I know very little about the culture and economy of the ...
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| Gardeners Soap | 5/29/2006 | Terry Knorr |
Q: I checked the tag on my last bar of soap, and it was made by Applachian Mountain Soaps. Ingredients ...
A: Here is the formula that I believe will give you a comparable soap. Coconut oil 10 oz palm ...
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| Alcohol in soap making | 5/26/2006 | Terry Knorr |
Q: I was wondering why ethyl alcohol is added in making basic soap?
A: Ethyl alcohol is most often used in soap making to create a more transparent soap. I prevents the ...
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| Gardeners Soap | 5/24/2006 | Terry Knorr |
Q: I had purchased some handmade gardeners soap in WV, and was wondering if you could tell me how to ...
A: I am unsure how to answer your queston. There is an unwritten rule in soapmaking -- you never ...
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| Soap Making | 5/4/2006 | Terry Knorr |
Q: I live in the Caribbean, and I started making soaps about 5 months ago. All my soaps came our ...
A: I'm sorry this has taken me so long to respond to. I've been researching another question. I ...
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| Soap Making | 4/26/2006 | Terry Knorr |
Q: My soap formula is pretty simple,and I used Snowdrift's soap calculator as a base,although ...
A: Simona, I am in the National Guard and just received orders. I'll be gone for three days. I'll ...
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| making soap | 4/21/2006 | Terry Knorr |
Q: I ask you about the industry of the soap Pleas sent to me how I make soap with An olive oil The ...
A: There are two basic methods for making soap: hot process, and cold process. I prefer the cold ...
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| INDUSTRY SOAP | 4/21/2006 | Stephanie |
Q: I ask you about the industry of the soap Pleas sent to me how I make soap with An olive oil The ...
A: I'm sorry, but your question is a little bit confusing. I understand from it that you are interested ...
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| how to make soap like the pioneers | 4/3/2006 | Terry Knorr |
Q: I've done a little soapmaking (cold process) just for my own family so I know a bit about that ...
A: I also use the cold process, but have looked into hot process soap making. It is basically the same ...
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| This is my first time making... | 3/4/2006 | Terry Knorr |
Q: This is my first time making cp soap. I prepared this morning and had a soap-making kit. However, ...
A: If I understand your question correctly, you have a chunk of lye in the top of your glass jar. It ...
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| General | 3/1/2006 | John Vercelletto |
Q: I have a few questions. 1. I am going to start doing refills in my candle shop, how do you remove ...
A: As for the tab question. That really depends on the type of tab used and wick. Some tabs allow you ...
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| Professional Soaps | 1/30/2006 | Terry Knorr |
Q: I am hoping to start a small home based buisness out of soap making. I love soap making and have ...
A: I'm sorry it has taken me so long to respond. I've had some trouble getting into the system. You ...
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| Soap Making | 1/13/2006 | Terry Knorr |
Q: I would like to know your opion of the profitability of making homemade soap as a business venture. ...
A: There are 4 things to consider before entering into the handmade soap business. 1. Can the local ...
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| parsley in soap | 11/16/2005 | Terry Knorr |
Q: we are planning to make "parsley soap" for an investigatory project..i was just wondering..parsley ...
A: The parsley will be degraded to some extent by the soap ingredients and process. Generally ...
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