I hate when they don’t tell you what temp to heat it to, what temp to add fragrance or what temp to pour. That’s kinda the most important parts don’t ya think?
Hi John! We appreciate your suggestions, as we are always looking for ways to improve our videos. Thank you for bringing this to our attention. Have a wonderful day! - Lima NG
would have been nice if you mentioned the temperature the wax was when you took it off and divided out and then what the temp was for when you added the FO and was it oz of FO to 8 oz of wax????. Sorry but the directions are not good, had I not been watching others who are detailed I wouldn't have a clue what you were doing.
I would love written directions for this? I would love the temp when you took it off the heat, what was the temp when you added the color, temp when you added the Fo, and temp when you poured. I noticed you had wax left over in both bowls, so one pound of this wax actually makes more than four clam shells?
Hello Donna! We melt the wax to 195 degrees, and add coloring. Drop melted wax temperature to 180 degrees and add 1 ounce of fragrance per pound of melted wax (you can go up to 1.5 oz if desired). For clamshells, we recommend to pour no higher than 150. All instructions can be found on our website under the Pillar of Bliss Wax description. Hope this helps! :) Have a great day! - Lima NG
The temperature was taken but it didn’t say what temp we were looking for or why. Also the measurements of the fragrance wasn’t addressed it was just dumped in.
Hello! We appreciate your suggestion! For Pillar of Bliss Wax, we recommend to melt wax to 195 degrees, and add coloring. Then drop temperature to 180 degrees and add 1 oz-1.5 oz of fragrance oil per pound of wax. Hope this helped and have a lovely day! - Lima NG
Hello! The maximum fragrance load for Pillar of Bliss for wax melts is 2 oz of fragrance oil per pound of wax. For candles, it would be 1.5 oz of fragrance per pound of wax. :) - Lima NG
Hello! I am so sorry you did not receive the instructions. We actually have them available on our website. You can locate it here: www.naturesgardencandles.com/mas_assets/media/pdf/Candle-Wax-Tarts.pdf Hope this helped and have a lovely day! - Lima NG
Hi. I noticed you poured wax in clamshell without a second pour. It says on instructions on your site you should use a second pour to avoid dimples in the wax is this true?
Hello! Sometimes with candles you may get sink holes that occur around the wick. This isn't usually the case for clamshells. The Pillar of Bliss wax is a great wax and one pour works perfectly for me with wax melts. - Lima NG
Hello! We do not recommend using Pillar of Bliss for jar candles, as it is a votive wax. You may want to look at our Joy Wax for container candles. It has a wonderful hot throw! - Lima NG
My wax melts set up rather “bumpy”. I’ve seen other people’s melts that are perfectly smooth on top. What’s the secret to achieving really smooth tops?
Hi! We recommend melting the wax to 195 degrees Fahrenheit, and add coloring. Drop the melted wax temperature to 180 degrees Fahrenheit and add the fragrance oil.
It is easiest to clean them while the wax is still warm. If not you will need to heat it. You can simply wipe the wax off with a paper towel while it is warm. Once all the wax is out, you can wash them with dish soap.
Thanks so much for the video! I also appreciate how many times you repeated in replies to comments your recommendation to melt wax to 195, add coloring, cool to 180 to add fragrance, and pour into clamshells no higher than 150. I have some lower flash point fragrances (127-147 range), would you recommend I not use them for this application? Thanks again!
Hello! We are so glad that you enjoyed the video! I personally use fragrances at a lower flashpoint in wax melts (such as our Loving Spell Fragrance oil and our Lemon Fragrance Oil) , but I add 2 oz of fragrance oil per pound of Pillar of Bliss wax. This works for me, and I've always had a lovely scent throw :) - Lima NG
I hate when they don’t tell you what temp to heat it to, what temp to add fragrance or what temp to pour. That’s kinda the most important parts don’t ya think?
Hi John! We appreciate your suggestions, as we are always looking for ways to improve our videos. Thank you for bringing this to our attention. Have a wonderful day! - Lima NG
@@Naturesgardencandles But you still didn't address the issue. The temps and timing is the reason I watched and got no info.
i totally agree
would have been nice if you mentioned the temperature the wax was when you took it off and divided out and then what the temp was for when you added the FO and was it oz of FO to 8 oz of wax????. Sorry but the directions are not good, had I not been watching others who are detailed I wouldn't have a clue what you were doing.
Thank you for your suggestions! We are always looking for new ways to improve our videos and appreciate your feedback. Happy New Year! :) - Lima NG
I would love written directions for this?
I would love the temp when you took it off the heat, what was the temp when you added the color, temp when you added the Fo, and temp when you poured.
I noticed you had wax left over in both bowls, so one pound of this wax actually makes more than four clam shells?
Hello Donna! We melt the wax to 195 degrees, and add coloring. Drop melted wax temperature to 180 degrees and add 1 ounce of fragrance per pound of melted wax (you can go up to 1.5 oz if desired). For clamshells, we recommend to pour no higher than 150. All instructions can be found on our website under the Pillar of Bliss Wax description. Hope this helps! :) Have a great day! - Lima NG
What is the purpose of heating to 195 degrees only to drop the temperature to add FO?
I'm glad you did this video because I have the kit and it came with no instructions so it's been sitting in the box lol
Oh no!! We are so sorry about this. Our kit instructions are also available on our website just in case :) Wishing you a fabulous day! 💛💙💚 - Lima NG
Exactly!!!
The temperature was taken but it didn’t say what temp we were looking for or why. Also the measurements of the fragrance wasn’t addressed it was just dumped in.
Hello! We appreciate your suggestion! For Pillar of Bliss Wax, we recommend to melt wax to 195 degrees, and add coloring. Then drop temperature to 180 degrees and add 1 oz-1.5 oz of fragrance oil per pound of wax. Hope this helped and have a lovely day! - Lima NG
What recommendation would you give to not have the clamshell cool to quickly so as to a wood sinking and bumps
I would like to know what is the maximum percentage this wax can hold, please?
Hello! The maximum fragrance load for Pillar of Bliss for wax melts is 2 oz of fragrance oil per pound of wax. For candles, it would be 1.5 oz of fragrance per pound of wax. :) - Lima NG
I was wondering how this kit would come out! Thanks!
Glad you enjoyed the video! 💛💙💚 - Lima NG
Is this wax toxic are all natural wax
It’s confusing when you are separating it. I just received the starter kit with no directions 🤦🏽♀️
Hello! I am so sorry you did not receive the instructions. We actually have them available on our website. You can locate it here: www.naturesgardencandles.com/mas_assets/media/pdf/Candle-Wax-Tarts.pdf Hope this helped and have a lovely day! - Lima NG
Hi. I noticed you poured wax in clamshell without a second pour. It says on instructions on your site you should use a second pour to avoid dimples in the wax is this true?
Hello! Sometimes with candles you may get sink holes that occur around the wick. This isn't usually the case for clamshells. The Pillar of Bliss wax is a great wax and one pour works perfectly for me with wax melts. - Lima NG
What temp you do you pour at?
When pouring into clamshell containers, you want to pour around 140F because you are pouring into plastic.
Can you use this to make jelly jar candles ?
Hello! We do not recommend using Pillar of Bliss for jar candles, as it is a votive wax. You may want to look at our Joy Wax for container candles. It has a wonderful hot throw! - Lima NG
Can you add more fragrant than it says for more of a stronger smell
We don't recommend going over 2 oz per pound for wax melts. :) - Lima NG
@@Naturesgardencandles ok thank you 😊
You're welcome!
My wax melts set up rather “bumpy”. I’ve seen other people’s melts that are perfectly smooth on top. What’s the secret to achieving really smooth tops?
This typically happens when the wax cools too quickly.
Thank you!
You're welcome!
Does the wax have to be a certain temperature before you add color/fragrance?
Hi! We recommend melting the wax to 195 degrees Fahrenheit, and add coloring. Drop the melted wax temperature to 180 degrees Fahrenheit and add the fragrance oil.
@@Naturesgardencandles Hello how much FO did u add to the 8ozs of wax
Hi Patrice! We used, in this case, a half an ounce for 8 oz. When making wax melts, you can use up to 12% though.
How do you clean your bowls and spoons after you are done?
It is easiest to clean them while the wax is still warm. If not you will need to heat it. You can simply wipe the wax off with a paper towel while it is warm. Once all the wax is out, you can wash them with dish soap.
Thanks so much for the video! I also appreciate how many times you repeated in replies to comments your recommendation to melt wax to 195, add coloring, cool to 180 to add fragrance, and pour into clamshells no higher than 150. I have some lower flash point fragrances (127-147 range), would you recommend I not use them for this application? Thanks again!
Hello! We are so glad that you enjoyed the video! I personally use fragrances at a lower flashpoint in wax melts (such as our Loving Spell Fragrance oil and our Lemon Fragrance Oil) , but I add 2 oz of fragrance oil per pound of Pillar of Bliss wax. This works for me, and I've always had a lovely scent throw :) - Lima NG
When you fill the clamshell to the top and it sets as a solid piece, do the individual melts pop out well or do you need to cut through the top first?
They will pop right out.
what temp does the water have to be before you add the wax? approx how long does it take to melt? Do you keep the water boiling? Or do a simmer?
Hi Mckenna! You can just keep the water at a medium heat. The amount of time that it takes to melt will depend both on the amount and type of wax.
How long does the wax have to cure before you melt
Hello Sharon! We recommend at least 3 days :) - Lima NG