How I Make My Candles | Testing, pouring and all the materials I use to test and make strong candles

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Ashley Fathergill | Small Business Owner + Maker

2 жыл бұрын

Wondering how I make my candles? I'm sharing how I make, test, pour and produce stronger smelling candles with the right wicks. I'm going through my pouring temperatures, wick sizes and so much more in this behind the scenes video that takes you along in the process to how I make my candles! I'm also sharing how I find the right wick through testing my candles.
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@lizzylizzard5193 Жыл бұрын

Girl! Thanks so much for all of your videos. I appreciate your candor on so many topics and I appreciate the fact that you still share tips and ticks to potential competition. That’s friggen awesome. You’re good people.

@UpsideGoodsCo Жыл бұрын

You are so welcome! Thanks for watching!

@michelehayward660 2 жыл бұрын

I love your transparency, great video. Thanks for sharing!

@UpsideGoodsCo 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@Theunlikelycrafter 2 жыл бұрын

YAY! Thank you so much for this video. I loved it. Always fun to watch your videos.

@UpsideGoodsCo 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@Jeniveve 2 жыл бұрын

I LOVE videos like this and seeing how other people make their candles because it is so vastly different. Please continue!

@UpsideGoodsCo 2 жыл бұрын

Do I do it weird?? 🤣🤣🤣

@heathalbritton Жыл бұрын

A serial entrepreneur, I love that! I have a leather goods business and have recently become interested in starting a candle business as well. I've been told by some people that I'm giving up leather, which is simply not true. Why is it so bad to enjoy more than one thing? I love candles and I'm always giving Bath & Body Works my money, I might as well try making candles myself. I know where they will sell, I think it's worth trying anyway.

@UpsideGoodsCo Жыл бұрын

I don't think adding another thing is a bad thing at all! I think If you can make quality products in multiple categories... let those products speak for themselves! Go do it!

@MushroomAngel 2 жыл бұрын

I love your channel Ashley!!!! Yay!!! 🙌🏼

@UpsideGoodsCo 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much Angel! I appreciate you watching!

@melonmahfood2439 2 жыл бұрын

Loved watching you pour your candles!

@UpsideGoodsCo 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@Omayra2212 2 жыл бұрын

Just ordered the stickers and the spoon holder using your links. THANKS for sharing!

@UpsideGoodsCo 2 жыл бұрын

That spoon holder was a huge A-HA moment for me 🤣

@loriblunt5352 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Ashley 😊 I also bought smoked oud. Can't wait to try it.

@UpsideGoodsCo 2 жыл бұрын

Let me know what you think! I’m a big fan!

@lauramakaryk1566 2 жыл бұрын

Great Video. I am just starting to make candles and am loving it! Thank you!!

@UpsideGoodsCo 2 жыл бұрын

Enjoy! It’s fun!

@FancyLegacy 2 жыл бұрын

Hey Ashley, I think your environment (background) is just beautiful. Loving the aesthetic of the soft arches and carved out built-ins. Not to mention the thriving plants that you have all around. 😍 Thanks for sharing!

@UpsideGoodsCo 2 жыл бұрын

Oh thank you for this. I’m often critical of my surroundings but it’s my home and I should give it more of a shout out!

@FancyLegacy 2 жыл бұрын

@@UpsideGoodsCo Oh absolutely! And indeed you should. You know that old saying that we’re the most critical of our selves. I do the same so I totally get it. You have an awesome personality too. Love it!

@adetolaquadri1379 2 жыл бұрын

Your videos are excellent. Thank you for sharing your knowledge and experience.

@UpsideGoodsCo 2 жыл бұрын

Glad you like them!

@fatimavlog5939 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing this video

@anyawelker616 2 жыл бұрын

I would love to see more videos like this!

@UpsideGoodsCo 2 жыл бұрын

You got it!

@jillholly4410 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the great content!! Awesome! Love how you can make me laugh too!!

@UpsideGoodsCo 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@elizabethrobles7899 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing I really enjoy your honest reviews..

@UpsideGoodsCo 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@MellisaMcHaffie 2 жыл бұрын

Reduce, Reuse, Recycle! 😂 You crack me up and I love watching your videos.

@UpsideGoodsCo 2 жыл бұрын

Let’s be honest… reduce, reuse, recycle was the most successful marketing campaign ever!

@bettypuckett9766 2 жыл бұрын

I just received my order for Smoked Oud and plan on making a few candles tomorrow….I bought it after your review on the new fall scents from Candlescience. ☺️

@UpsideGoodsCo 2 жыл бұрын

Mine are curing right now and I cannot wait to see how it tests!!!

@trishmariecoaching8539 2 жыл бұрын

Great video, thank you so much

@UpsideGoodsCo 2 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it!

@cbpapp 2 жыл бұрын

Here I am again watching this video b/c I’ve slept since the last time I watched 🤪! I am paying attention this go ‘round b/c my last batch test went haywire!! I use the Aura’s too, so this is perfect. I play the back and forth game pouring wax into my pitcher too. We need to get together and devise a melting pot the size of the Soylite LG that will heat to the exact temp and have a setting to disperse the exact amount of wax you need. I’ve seen a much smaller version. But it must also be affordable. Yahh! Thank you, Ashley! I now have notes in my iPad. I hope your candle biz is going like gang busters!! Much love to you, the second time around!!

@UpsideGoodsCo 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for always watching and supporting!

@ItsJessie915 2 жыл бұрын

this video is all overr the place

@smartvlog801 2 жыл бұрын

Wow eccellente nice sharing dear friend 💕 thanks for lovely sharing dear 💕

@sherryparr8782 2 жыл бұрын

Great video 🙃

@UpsideGoodsCo 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much!!

@simplyblessed_ 2 жыл бұрын

That big spoon and folk looks cool I know off topic 😂 great video

@UpsideGoodsCo 2 жыл бұрын

I’ve had those for years. It’s one of those things that just stays in your home because where in the heck are you going to put a gargantuan fork and spoon? Ha

@rachelbiggar7811 2 жыл бұрын

Love your tips! Thanks for sharing your wisdom. And, oh my goodness, your yellow lab in the background! I used to have a sweet girl who looked just like him/her. :)

@UpsideGoodsCo 2 жыл бұрын

Winston is my life! Thanks for watching!

@VaidosEua 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for all the informations and your time Ashley! You’re very kind and I follow your journey to learning about the candle business, what’s a lot to learn. How did you learn about everything? I’m struggling to find the hot throw.

@UpsideGoodsCo 2 жыл бұрын

You are so welcome! It's definitely a lot to learn and most of it I learned on KZfaq actually. I took what I could and then I applied it to a LOT of testing. I am testing candles weekly so it's a never ending job but it's where you will find the most information is in your own proof!

@MereofallTrades 2 жыл бұрын

I got a digital thermometer on Amazon that has a cord and I can leave it in my wax pot to monitor the temp in my Presto pot. Loved this video!

@UpsideGoodsCo 2 жыл бұрын

Do you have a link? I’d love to check it out!

@MereofallTrades 2 жыл бұрын

I commented the link but it might show up as spam

@dianneharvey6155 2 жыл бұрын

@@MereofallTrades I would love to have this link also!

@MereofallTrades 2 жыл бұрын

I did comment with the link. It might be in her spam box and she has to approve it.

@cbpapp 2 жыл бұрын

I just ordered the same type of thermometer, not b/c of this video b/c I’m just now watching it, lol! I just got tired of checking my candle wax temp with a regular digital thermometer. I remember thinking……..why haven’t I already purchased one of these?! I’m looking forward to using it! Much love to all Chandlers out there! ❤️🕯✨✨✨

@melanieturner6158 Жыл бұрын

I found some silicone mats on Amazon that are magic. They protect my counter tops and make clean up so much easier.

@UpsideGoodsCo Жыл бұрын

It's definitely a game changer!

@dianneharvey6155 2 жыл бұрын

I love this video so much! I am a beginner candle maker. I’m into WW products too. 😌 Trying to master wooded wicks in the metal tins. I have 2 questions. 1. Do you cure the whole 2 weeks uncovered or do you put the lid on after 24 hours? 2. Would you mind sharing with me the wick size you most often use with the WW metal tins ( 3.5 diameter x 2 )? Thank you so much!! 🌻

@UpsideGoodsCo 2 жыл бұрын

I cure them in the boxes that they came in. No lid but I keep like scents together to cure. For the tins I usually use .03/.625 either flat or a booster and in some cases, a different size entirely. Testing is the best way to figure that out!

@tawanalm 2 жыл бұрын

I’m so glad KZfaq suggested your page to me… loving it just as I love Wade… I have been texting coconut waxes out and wanted to try E26. Was this your first wax you started out with? Thanks for being so informative Ashley

@UpsideGoodsCo 2 жыл бұрын

I'm so glad It was suggested too! EC26 is the only wax I've worked with to date. I bought Coconut Apricot and poured one candle I don't even think I have the notes on it, I just liked EC26 better! Looking back, it was the only thing I made a concrete decision on early on - ha!

@tawanalm 2 жыл бұрын

@@UpsideGoodsCo thanks so much for responding.. it’s like I want to try every coconut wax until I get the right one, but I love 6006 too

@yuyigb 2 жыл бұрын

Hello Ashley! I am so happy to be here, I am new to your channel and I am so grateful for everything that you share. I will definitely contact you for a 1 on 1 session! Quick question: where do you buy the coconut soy wax you use? Thanks again !!!

@UpsideGoodsCo 2 жыл бұрын

I order from Porter candle supply

@yuyigb 2 жыл бұрын

@@UpsideGoodsCo thank you 🙏🏼❤️

@_janetta Жыл бұрын

freaking brilliant! I'm currently between .625 & .5 and was wondering if there was a way to go inbetween before wicking down in width - REMOVE THE BOOSTER STRIP! I didn't even consider it bc I assumed it would be glued on there pretty good. Nope - came right off :) I appreciate you!!

@UpsideGoodsCo Жыл бұрын

yay! I'm so glad!

@edgargarciahernandez2476 2 жыл бұрын

I know the best cotton wicks for that wax and for Aura vessels too.

@bydomari 2 жыл бұрын

A gajillion is my favorite amount ;) LOL Love this...

@UpsideGoodsCo 2 жыл бұрын

It’s an appropriate form of measurement sometimes 🤣

@ashlianxiety 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Ashley! Thank you so much for making this video. It has been extremely helpful during my candle journey. Do you mind sharing your label details for the aura vessel you have sitting out with the "Welcome Home" label? Thanks! xo

@UpsideGoodsCo 2 жыл бұрын

It's a 2.5*2.5 Avery label waterproof

@sscott4028 2 жыл бұрын

Great video! Do you find that there is better cold/hot throw after a 14 day cure period? Thanks for sharing!

@UpsideGoodsCo 2 жыл бұрын

Yes! There is a big difference in both!

@laural410 2 жыл бұрын

Funny that you mentioned you didn’t know what oud is. I too have a scent with “oud “ in it and had to research what it was for the description on my label.😂 This video was fun.

@UpsideGoodsCo 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for watching!! I’ll be honest, I’ve had to google a few ingredients for descriptions 🤣

@jilljackson340 Жыл бұрын

wonderful video and I am totally inspired. What temp to you pour? is the pouring temp important also.

@UpsideGoodsCo Жыл бұрын

I just pour after I've mixed for about a minute, I don't check that.

@susanenright4991 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for Sharing how you make candles 🕯, I just made my first 3 candles last week. They actually turned out pretty well. I had received one of those small kits as a gift from one of my children. The only thing that seemed a little weird was the center kinda sunk in a little bit. ( I don’t know all of the Terminology yet , lol ) I loved the fragrances I ordered off Amazon & My Candles actually smell great. I didn’t wait the 2 weeks 😉. I started watching you to see who I should order from? Also a Newbie I don’t know how much I should or should not pay for Fragrance? Those crackle wood wicks seem really cool to. I was thinking about looking at the Wooden Wick co., since you said they had worked on Customer Service? Or should I just stick with Amazon for now, since I’m NO WAY even close yet to making some to sell 🥴Thanks for your time and I’m gonna watch some more of your Videos, xo Susan from Alabama

@UpsideGoodsCo 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Susan! Each wax is going to be different with cure times. I would suggest if you keep making candles to find suppliers outside of amazon. Likely those products are going to be more of a one-off, make as a hobby style of ingredients where candle suppliers (which you can google) will be a bit better suited for the long haul if you decide to keep making candles, which you should! Thanks for watching!

@susanenright4991 2 жыл бұрын

@@UpsideGoodsCo Thanks so much for replying, oh it will be a long while before I would even consider making them to sell. lol, I love your Personality too 😊 thanks for your advice, and your reviews on different companies. I would rather watch your videos and learn as much as I can before I get started on ( hopefully) my candle making Journey. P.S. my first big purchase will be one of your first wax melting pot thingy’s WITH THE SPICKET 👍 can you tell me where I should purchase one ? You said it holds 2 1/2 blocks 🤗 Have a Wonderful Saturday. Gonna get some things done around the house and then spend the afternoon watching more of you Videos. My husband was very impressed with my first 3 I made, I want to make some for his office that smell like Bath and Body Work had called Stress Relief, I have always loved that one . Sorry so long ☺️xo, Susan

@JeanVMI 7 ай бұрын

Love this video! Are you still using the same wax now in 2023? Have you used Golden Brands 454 coconut soy wax? I’m new at the candle making any advice is appreciated. Thanks Ashley.

@UpsideGoodsCo 7 ай бұрын

Yes I am! It’s the only wax I have experience with!

@hamda9774 2 жыл бұрын

Love your content! May I ask you about the top of coco soy wax, isn't it too creamy and glossy after it solidify? like if i touch the top it leaves obvious fingerprints don't know if that's normal for this type of wax.

@UpsideGoodsCo 2 жыл бұрын

That is totally normal! It's definitely a softer wax!

@cbpapp 2 жыл бұрын

Um, OK, were you serious when you said you’d already poured 200 candles?! I found another company that sells the Aura too, which is awesome. I bought my first presto pot from Etsy, but the little round knob was hot as blazes!! So, I purchased a Soylite with the lever which extends 4-5 inches from the pot…..no more burned fingers! I used to be in the fear camp of my believing my FO would burn off at a high temp until……I watched a vid by Sixteen Seventeen. Vanessa, Owner of Sixteen Seventeen calmly stated that was a myth. So, I tested it and she’s right! I use Coconut blend waxes and Coconut wax likes high temps 215- 220 and smaller wicks (for those who use cotton wicks). So, I pour between 215-220, b/c the minute you pour, wax begins to cool, right? I tested immediately adding FO, stirred for about 15-20 seconds (the FO binds with the hot wax quicker) and pour into my vessels. The level of fragrance I get from my candles for CT & HT is OFF THE CHARTS! So…..after testing Vanessa’s theory re: no FO burn off, I now use the same method every time and have killer HT! If anyone reading this uses Coconut blends I highly suggest you check out Sixteen/ Seventeen on YT. Ashley, I just ordered the Smoked Oud and after reading the reviews it sounds like a fragrance I would love! Thank you so much for the suggestion! Thank you for this video as well! I always love watching your vids. Honey, you are beautiful on your worst days, so don’t even sweat it! Thanks Ladybug! Much love to you and all the chandlers who might read this. 🙏🏻❤️🕯✨✨✨ Wishing everyone a beautiful afternoon! 🙏🏻✨✨✨💗🕊

@UpsideGoodsCo 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for watching and yes, I made a lot of candles that day! You are the best!

@tklifestyleanddesign2152 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for these tips. I use a coconut-soy blend as well, and will add the fragrance oil at a higher temp and test.

@brandylucas1783 6 ай бұрын

Thank you so much! Having trouble with when to add my FO. I need to figure this out lol. It always cools my wax down to fast. I have small window of time and feel like I need to heat back up before I pour. Any advice?

@UpsideGoodsCo 5 ай бұрын

Heat it higher maybe?

@nataliethornton3947 2 жыл бұрын

Hi ya super videos ...just wondering what the purpose of the 2 weeks is after making them...no clue here just starting my own for myself .

@UpsideGoodsCo 2 жыл бұрын

Curing allows the fragrance to bond to the wax for stronger HT

@angelsball2001 2 жыл бұрын

So I am in the works for placing my orders to get all the materials I need to start my candle business. I feel like I’m getting a good idea of how it all works and I used to kind of play with making candles when I was younger. I’m curious though…is there any benefit to if you do or don’t let them cure with the lid on? It’s a question I’ve have for a while and none of the videos I watch have really addressed it. Thanks in advance!

@UpsideGoodsCo 2 жыл бұрын

I don't think it matters with the lid only because the HT/CT won't be changed with the makeup of the candle, the temps make more of a difference with that than the lid. It does smell stronger with a lid with CT but thats temporary.

@marysanchez6908 2 жыл бұрын

what do you think is the most efficient or how do you center the wick besides of fixing lit when the was has cooled down a little?

@UpsideGoodsCo 2 жыл бұрын

I use rubber bands to criss cross at the top to make a centering tool that’s low budget!

@essentialsnorthwestllc878 2 жыл бұрын

Ashley if you don’t mind sharing what is the company of the 2nd and 4th scents shown in your tester shot? I don’t recognize the bottle but would love to know about another good FO supplier. Any info appreciated. Thanks!

@UpsideGoodsCo 2 жыл бұрын

Those are from a fragrance house where we were working to get a custom scent built!

@Yesy0105 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Ashley 👋🏽 thank you for sharing! Are you using wicks from Wooden Wick?

@UpsideGoodsCo 2 жыл бұрын

Yes I am!

@Yesy0105 2 жыл бұрын

@@UpsideGoodsCo thank you ☺️

@janette1694 Жыл бұрын

I noticed you poured right after you added the f/oil - is there a certain temperature to pour your wax - some do pour straight away then others pour at a much lower temperature like 135- 140f

@UpsideGoodsCo Жыл бұрын

This is all dependent on the type of wax that you use and the testing that you have done to ensure you are getting a quality candle based on your results!

@kiana3363 2 жыл бұрын

8:12 wait ok so this might be a really dumb question but, so say you’re doing 10% FO load per lb of wax, if you fill your pouring pitcher to 48 ounces of wax, would you triple the amount of FO as well? or would you still only pour 1oz of FO into it.

@UpsideGoodsCo 2 жыл бұрын

Not a dumb question, but I'm not sure I'm following. To make it easy, I pour 12oz candles. If I were to use 10% FO for that amount of wax, my FO to pour (using ounces) is 1.2 ounces. A pound of wax is a bit more so I break everything into ounces and make it as simple as I can!

@mim1457 2 жыл бұрын

Do you have any tips for avoiding discoloration in tins?

@UpsideGoodsCo 2 жыл бұрын

Unfortunately I do not! I'm sorry!

@krisP16 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Ashley, are most fragrance oils made with essential oils? I would like to start making candles out of my home but I have 3 dogs and want to make sure it wouldn’t be toxic to my dogs.

@UpsideGoodsCo 2 жыл бұрын

Most are made with synthetic oils unless they are just marketed as essential oils. They are very different as the synthetic are made in a lab. I would look into it though because there are positives and negatives to both offerings with regards to toxicity to dogs and humans alike!

@stevechappellie904 Жыл бұрын

You should get needle nose pliers. They’re really inexpensive.

@UpsideGoodsCo Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@kimpratt1792 Жыл бұрын

Hi Ashley, new candle maker here, when using a higher percentage of FO let’s say 10% will that contribute to your flame dancing?

@UpsideGoodsCo Жыл бұрын

It could! It could also be the wick and where you have the candle in your home. Is there a draft? Is the vessel hot? All these are things to be watching as you burn through, then adjust!

@kimpratt1792 Жыл бұрын

I’ve purchased wicks from Maksey, is there any other wicks you like that have been successful from other candle companies?

@jessieikhbold 2 жыл бұрын

I’m new to candle making and having the worst time with the math. Last time I made candles I thought I portioned it out to fit the vessels on hand but ended up with leftover wax to pour four more candles ?? So my question is, if I need to make two candles with an 8oz fill each at 10% FO, do I pour 16oz of wax in the pouring pitcher and add 1.6oz of FO? Thank you to anyone that can help me! Also, thank you for the spoon holder recommendation, it’s literally perfect.

@MarieEdwardsRae 2 жыл бұрын

It took a minute for me too, with my equation and maybe someone has another way, but with 2 vessels that fills to 8 oz. Multiply the 8 * 2= 16 oz 16 * .10= 1.6 oz of fragrance 16 - 1.6= 14.4 oz of wax Adding 1.6 oz fragrance to 14.4oz of wax.

@jessieikhbold 2 жыл бұрын

@@MarieEdwardsRae thank you for simplifying this for me!! This makes sense, gonna try to pour more candles again. Thank you!

@tiffaneywilson7032 2 жыл бұрын

@@MarieEdwardsRae get the candle calculator app for your phone. You just put how many ounces of wax, fragrance %, and how many candles. The app does all the math for you. That what I use and it's a lifesaver.

@UpsideGoodsCo 2 жыл бұрын

She makes it simple for sure. I’m the bad one that just does flat % and no math even though I’m pouring over, I keep it easy on my brain 🤭

@MarieEdwardsRae 2 жыл бұрын

@@tiffaneywilson7032 Thank you so much I will download.