How to Make Concrete Jars (UPDATED)

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* UPDATE: I have fully transitioned to the blue modern craft labs molds, which are actually made to handle concrete. The Amazon molds are made for resin, and not concrete. The modern craft labs molds are an investment, but much more durable and will last a lot longer.
Please note that everything shown in this video is just what works best for me. There is no wrong or right way of doing things. I urge you to do your own research and testing.
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Пікірлер: 683

@PeterKuzemchak 2 жыл бұрын

I have a candle business, and have been buying my jars…had not thought of making my own jars 😳 well…landed at the right place to learn this craft. Thank you for the info!

@harpermyers6693 2 жыл бұрын

Yay! Thanks for all the information! I just bought the pigment and sealer and I’m so excited to get started!

@firdowskruger9896 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing. I am getting started with candles and wanting to make my own concrete jars. This was a huge help. Thanks again for so unselfishly sharing this tutorial with us all. Love and greetings from Pretoria, South Africa 🇿🇦 ❤

@calafiacandleco 2 жыл бұрын

You're so welcome! I'm glad you enjoyed it :)

@phampton5410 2 жыл бұрын

Me too! I want to make candles. do you have any tips you’ve learned for the candle making process as far as scents that are lasting when burning’s the candle ?

@firdowskruger9896 2 жыл бұрын

@@phampton5410 the only tips I have is to read the manufacturer's notes on the percentage usage of the fragrance oil in candle making. They have different usage rates for candles, soaps and leave-on products. Hope that helps😚

@kehayafebril7770 2 жыл бұрын

I wonder if there’s a sealer like that available in Canada?

@misspowersfoundation5063 Жыл бұрын

@@phampton5410 if you can, don't go over 10% of your total badge in FO. Depending on the wax you use, pour at a temperature that won't burn the oils. How has your journey been?

@michellezambrano3344 2 жыл бұрын

So appreciative of you filming your entire process. Thank you! This was so helpful.

@kimberleeward2647 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for making this video! I am conscious about what products I use to make sure they are as environmentally friendly as possible. I gave up the idea a year ago after not figuring out how to find a good sealer. I am happy I came across your video. I am planning to get back into the idea of adding them to my candle line.

@eclectictreasures955 Жыл бұрын

Thanks ! Great tutorial! Most of us work from our kitchens and living room and glad you mentioned it. Brought a smile to my face..

@nanawardjam 2 жыл бұрын

This was such a huge help. Thank you SO much for sharing your sources when you really didn't have to...it's so appreciated. You should add your website to the video description - will definitely be supporting!

@calafiacandleco 2 жыл бұрын

Aw thank you! And omg you’re totally right. I can’t believe I didn’t have it in there 🤦🏻‍♀️ haha! Thank you so much for the support

@MahoganyHues 2 жыл бұрын

So kind to share this. You're a gem.

@viewsofayona 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for sharing! This is exactly what I was looking for! I literally just bought everything. I've been contemplating making my own for some time now. With the way shipping and product cost constantly rising I am ready to make my own for the New Year!

@calafiacandleco 2 жыл бұрын

So glad I could be of help! Good luck and have fun with it :)

@MoneyMimi 2 жыл бұрын

@@calafiacandleco I need more , 80% of my candles are coconut apricot

@Sammyjcjr2 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing. Fantastic video. Ive been researching for weeks and hoping to find some molds to use for my first casting soon... Very informative! It was nice seeing your measurements to minimize waste as well as your experience for sealing your vessel. thank you!

@highmaintenancegirly 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing! I've never used cement vessels, but they are very beautiful and extremely cost effective. Thank you so much!!!

@lisabaskett8471 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the tutorial for cement jars. I am just diving into making the vessels for my candles and cement was something I was very interested in trying. You made it look and sound so easy.

@calafiacandleco 2 жыл бұрын

I’m so glad you found it helpful! Thank you for watching. 😊

@Minnettescandlesandessentials 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!!!! I’ve been making candles for some years now and wanted to venture out into making my own jars/vessels! Love ur tutorial! Looking forward to many more! (Hugs) from Chicago!

@sarahdarbani 2 жыл бұрын

okay....I love this! I have been looking for vessels for candles forever but this makes me want to make the vessels too! so pretty! thanks for the tips!

@calafiacandleco 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@jaqisvibinto3936 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this tutorial 🙏🏼💗 I been buying wholesale but was curious on learning how to make my own to cut down costs possibly. This was so helpful🙏🏼

@kaitsplace9252 2 жыл бұрын

I tried this and WOW. Amazing! Thank you so much! I even sanded the outside to give them a more rustic feel and I love that too! Thanks for all your videos!!!

@calafiacandleco 2 жыл бұрын

I'm sure they look beautiful! You're so welcome. Thanks for watching!

@lisettebatista8774 2 жыл бұрын

I am obsessed with your channel! Please continue making videos and I love the fact your best friend is with you! Thank you so much! I love this video becuz I live in an apartment as well and all the videos are usually done in workshops so now I have 💡 thank you again and be blessed!

@calafiacandleco 2 жыл бұрын

Aw thank you!! I am actually working on editing a video now that should be up later today. Thank you for the support!

@daniellebartlett9972 2 жыл бұрын

I use the same molds from Modern Craft Labs! I love them. I have found a little thicker consistency helps with the bubbles as well. When I pour I tap the middle of the mold with my mixing spatula to help get the concrete down into the mold. And I have had either no holes in my jar or maybe two or three on the outside near the bottom! I was actually looking into that type of sealer as well because I use a water-based polyurethane sealant and it just didn't feel right using it. Thank you for sharing this sealant because I was trying to figure out which one would be best for candles.

@calafiacandleco 2 жыл бұрын

Definitely try earth safe! Thanks for watching. :)

@sscott4028 2 жыл бұрын

I have these same molds from modern craft labs. I love them. I also have their mold with the ridges and I find that they break very easy when trying to separate the vessel from the mold. But the tulip molds work great! I even purchased their lids.

@calafiacandleco 2 жыл бұрын

I just bought 4 more of the tulip molds! I'm obsessed. Happy that I can make 8 at a time now. They aren't cheap, but the quality is worth it!

@MrHerks 2 жыл бұрын

This was a fantastic video with lots of great insider information. I've been wanting to try making them for over a year for my candles and I think i just might now! Thanks, great job!

@calafiacandleco 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! Good luck, it's so much fun!

@Franny_577 2 жыл бұрын

Omg thank you I was literally crying because of the wet spot !! Didn’t think it was the water!! Thank you thank you

@adriennecredle9379 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!!! You have saved me so much time. Please make more videos. Such great information for candle makers!!!

@calafiacandleco 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching!

@hayley7137 Жыл бұрын

I’m so glad you kept making videos! I just found your channel, and it’s beyond helpful! Thank you 💙

@calafiacandleco Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for the support!

@meadowyck 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent Video! Thank you for sharing two very important sources for molds and sealer.

@cheryljunkins6935 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for all information, it looks so professional, original. Great job. Want to try myself, not professionally but as gifts.

@calafiacandleco 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! You should definitely give it a try. It's a lot of fun :)

@justine9980 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent video and love the colors you chose!

@cynthiahellner7454 2 жыл бұрын

You exude such a sweet, honest spirit; So refreshing- thanks for sharing your knowledge!!! 🌹

@calafiacandleco 2 жыл бұрын

Oh my gosh you're so kind! Thank you!!

@lorrainepurple 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing and explaining the sealer part. I was about to buy the polycrilyc one and I'm glad I saw your video before doing so.

@calafiacandleco 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching!

@lauriewilson4741 2 жыл бұрын

New subbie here! I was very interested in making my own candle vessels and you came across my feed. I will watch EVERYTHING you put out. You’re right , there isn’t much info on coconut wax. Want to see that too🥳Ty so much for your time and teaching.

@calafiacandleco 2 жыл бұрын

Aw thanks so much for your support! 🤍

@hughhudson5102 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks again for your video. I'm happy you didnt decide to give up on this concept.

@calafiacandleco 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@natbeuth3959 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for this, I’m just making the pots, not candles, with those same molds and having trouble with them not holding their shape. I had made a little frame for the square ones which never hold their shape, will make some for the round ones too now that I know it’s not something I’m doing wrong. Love your presentation style too.

@calafiacandleco 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Wishing you the best of luck

@luviieess 2 жыл бұрын

i love the idea of using concrete for candle jars. its so cute and unique & im on my journey to start my business soon. thank you for being you, i hope your business flourishes too this year !

@calafiacandleco 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Best of luck to you!

@Crymsonwater Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for this video. It gave me a lot more confidence with the idea of making my own candle jars

@Ranibella 2 жыл бұрын

That was so satisfying to watch. I'm having a hard time finding vessels for my candles because of the global glass shortage. I'm tempted to make my own but.. my place is too small and I have a FT job as a nurse. Maybe down the road when I move into a bigger place and go PT. Thank you so much for sharing and inspiring. You're getting a follow from me!

@calafiacandleco 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching! That’s why I started making these because it was so hard to find jars! You should totally give it a try. It’s a lot of fun. :)

@alexandrastratanphotographer 2 жыл бұрын

omg so gorgeous, love the colors and texture

@jessicagolden9837 2 жыл бұрын

I am just getting started with candles and using coconut wax so would love more videos on that!!and loving these vessels going to try it

@calafiacandleco 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome! Have fun creating :)

@olliesartspace 2 жыл бұрын

this was such a great video. I have to try out that vibrating machine. that'll probably be great for resin projects

@MichaelScottPerkins 2 жыл бұрын

It's me... your esteemed 100th subscriber!!! Woot. :-) You should ABSOLUTELY keep making videos, and here's why. A.) These little concrete jars look awesome! I'd never seen or heard about concrete jar candles, but now I feel much more 'on the pulse.' :-) ... B.) And most importantly... your voice and demeanor are... literally... amazing for making 'How-To' videos. I hate to admit it, but.. I watch so much KZfaq, that I think if I ever stopped watching, Google would send someone to my house to make sure i'm okay. And after watching that much KZfaq, I can tell you, nothing gives me eye-roll-of-the-soul, more than clicking on a video to... yet another... energy-on-11... perma-grin... speed talking person rifling through a poorly planned KZfaq video. You... in wonderful contrast... are super chill... have a laid back tone... and within 45 seconds or so... I was already thinking about clicking to see how many more videos you have. The links in the comments are also awesome! I don't mean to turn this comment into a Dancing with the Stars'esque critique session... but... in my opinion... straight 10's!

@calafiacandleco 2 жыл бұрын

WOW! You are too kind. Thank you so much!! I will definitely keep making videos…and yay for being my 100th subscriber! :)

@usherl250 2 жыл бұрын

Great tutorial, I ordered some sealer from your link. Just started making little succulent molds with resin on top part of the mold

@calafiacandleco 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Good luck 🙂

@3dmonkeybizz 2 жыл бұрын

WHAT??? What a weird and WONDERFUL world! I am speechless. I love learning something new each day and never thought for a moment that these jars could be made with molds! I guess ignorance is not that bliss after all! 😂 I am now going to subscribe and have a look at more of your videos. Thanks so much!

@calafiacandleco 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for watching!

@suec.5840 2 жыл бұрын

Beautiful candles, maybe try some anti-slip shelf liner on a vibrator machine so you don't have to hold them? Great video!

@calafiacandleco 2 жыл бұрын

That’s a great idea! Thank you :)

@thebeardedgaymer4888 Жыл бұрын

I love that you use the Cement Dye over Acrylic because I found the colors never matched before but with the powder dyes it is almost always the same.

@calafiacandleco Жыл бұрын

Yes, I agree! It’s easier to be consistent with the pigments. 🤗

@BenG123 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for this. Was thinking of using clay and firing but just looked like alot of work. I like this idea better. Also more industrial looking.

@cappucinocandy 3 ай бұрын

Thank you so much for your videos. You are super relatable and great info.

@calafiacandleco 3 ай бұрын

You're too kind! Thanks for watching :)

@sweetbeautyblu9921 6 ай бұрын

Watching this video gives me hope. I live in an apartment too and wanted to start making concrete candle vessels.

@nadiariaskoff4543 Жыл бұрын

Helpful - Thank you! The vibrator station is for very small forms like 1/4th of the pots 😉When using pigments for opal effect - don't stir them, add layer cement then pour pigments and again ... then vibrate and voilà 😁

@Wnicholeb 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for your knowledge and these great resources! ❤

@cheazan 2 жыл бұрын

Love love love this! Thanks for sharing

@bschuber 2 жыл бұрын

great video, really helpful with the links to all the materials - thank you for making this!

@calafiacandleco 2 жыл бұрын

I’m glad! Thanks for watching. 😃

@soulrelief4561 2 жыл бұрын

This is amazing !!! Thank you for everything ❤️

@dainicole3877 2 жыл бұрын

Love your video, thanks so much for the great information! How many jars are you able to make out of a 55 lb bag of cement all?

@calafiacandleco 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Definitely am able to get over 100 jars with one 55lb bag

@567891100 2 жыл бұрын

Try cutting rings out of thin mdf 6mm thick maybe, cut through in one part so the ring can open slightly and they should be flexible enough to spring back in shape when you place them over your moulds. As long as the inside diameter is the same as the moulds ouside diameter there is no reason why they will not hold their shape. Just thought this might help, thanks for the vid.

@AlexConstantinou 2 жыл бұрын

Brilliant idea with the vibrating plate! You should try switching it on low before you begin pouring to avoid all those bubbles in the rim, or pour 1/3 then vibrate it before pouring the rest :) I'm ordering one of these for sure!

@calafiacandleco 2 жыл бұрын

My husband said the exact same thing! Haha! I will do it the next time I make them. I don’t know why I didn’t do that in the first place 😂😅

@AlexConstantinou 2 жыл бұрын

@@calafiacandleco I can't lie I chuckled to myself when you started slapping the life out of your mould on the latest video, all while it's sitting on the powerless vibrating plate 😂 I look forward to seeing your next batch & best of luck with everything! Your label design is awesome.

@rigobertofilipebenejoarce2608 2 жыл бұрын

Hi, liked the video and decide to give you a some tips on concrete vibration to avoid any bobbles. instead of pouring the all amount in the mould and them vibrate divide by 3 portion. 1/3 - Vibrates, then 2/3 vibrate and finish with 3/3 and vibrate a little more this way is easier for the bubbles to come up. Advice for a concrete worker expert. Good luck and i loved you jars. From Mozambique

@calafiacandleco 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching and for the tips!

@maisa.4748 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge and technique with us! I have watched all your videos so many times I have them memorized :) I am noticing when I demold my vessel, that the concrete is easily scratched whether from my nails or accidentally rubbing a rough surface. Any idea on what could cause that? I let them dry for roughly 3.5 hours and cleaned the molds with rubbing alcohol prior to use in case any of that info is relevant! Please keep making videos and sharing your journey! It's been beautiful and incredibly helpful to watch!

@calafiacandleco 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for watching! Unfortunately, nail scratches can definitely happen when unmolding. I try to be extremely careful and not let my nails touch the vessel.

@michellezambrano3344 2 жыл бұрын

I've found this happens too. I do a little wet sanding and it helps buff out imperfections. When dealing with concrete, we they are not always going to be perfect :(

@danalouise12 2 жыл бұрын

I also work in a dental lab and pour models all the time! It helps to start the vibrator on low first and then slowly pour in your mixture into one corner - swirl it around (while holding it on the vibrator) allowing it to coat the mold evenly then continue to slowly pour increasing vibration as you go! You can also buy a debubblizer spray which you spray on the mold prior to pouring (probably expensive since everything dental related is!) hopefully this helps with the bubbles!

@calafiacandleco 2 жыл бұрын

Those are great tips! Thank you for sharing! :)

@leascandles9198 2 жыл бұрын

The name of the vibrator please ?

@danalouise12 2 жыл бұрын

@@leascandles9198 I've used a variety of different ones and they all do the same thing effectively, just note that anything dental related will be 100000x more expensive LOL I'm sure the ones on amazon will do the job

@sandraro4173 2 жыл бұрын

@@leascandles9198 yo trabajo en laboratorio y usamos el agitador de Mazzini, espero te sirva esta información🙂

@adriennewashington2484 2 жыл бұрын

This was great. You should do more videos!

@calafiacandleco 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much! I will work on it :)

@kimeichner344 2 жыл бұрын

I just stumbled on this after having problems with finding the vessels I want from my supplier (supply chain issues). I love this idea of making my own vessels! Your experience of what products to use for candle burning is helpful. Would you change vessel material to burn soy candles -- or is it generally same as your coconut wax candles? THANK YOU!

@calafiacandleco 2 жыл бұрын

You shouldn’t need to change the vessel material. Any wax should work :). Good luck and thanks for watching!

@Thebookishcousin 2 жыл бұрын

Love how I was wondering if this was possible and this showed up 😊

@calafiacandleco 2 жыл бұрын

Love it! Thanks for watching! :)

@ideasofGM 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome really love your ideas n techniques.i also love to make concrete stuff and your channel very helpful for me.thanks dear for sharing 💕

@calafiacandleco 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much 🤍

@bellapreciado1973 2 жыл бұрын

love the video! do you recommend sanding before sealing? also how liquid do you try to get your concrete

@calafiacandleco 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! I don’t sand anything other than the very bottom of the vessel. I make sure the bottom edges aren’t rough. I make the concrete like a pancake batter consistency.

@srv1491 2 жыл бұрын

Cool video. Was looking videos on when to start growing seeds in the spring and your video came up. While the concrete is curing, have you thought of placing your mold into something circular to force the mold to hold it's shape? Perhaps a piece of wood with a hole cut out that is placed around the mold 1" from the top.

@calafiacandleco 2 жыл бұрын

I have considered that in the past. I have now completely moved on from those molds, though. I invested in more of the modern craft labs molds and haven't looked back since! Haha

@missmary5048 2 жыл бұрын

@@calafiacandleco your using something totally different now? can you do a video if you havent..if you have let me know!

@hellotrude 2 жыл бұрын

Hi from a long time coco-soy candle maker in Australia 👋🇦🇺 Great video! 👌👍

@calafiacandleco 2 жыл бұрын

Hi! Thanks so much! :)

@Serel25 2 жыл бұрын

Hey girl I'm glad you continued making vids! I liked you from the moment you sai hey guys 😍 i felt like that when I started making videos too and still do but oh well I cringe at myself all the time 😅❤️

@yenwong6093 2 жыл бұрын

Stunning concrete jars and such an informative vid! What have you found to be the best way to apply sealant and do you seal the outsides too? I've been using a foam brush as I've heard it'll give less streaks but am still finding it pretty streaky 🤔

@calafiacandleco 2 жыл бұрын

You’re too kind! Thank you! I use a foam brush, but only seal the inside so the streaks don’t bother me. I could see how it would be bothersome when sealing the outside of the vessel. 🤔

@lyndaroot1384 6 ай бұрын

Thank you for sharing the one with gold paint are so pretty! What did you use for posing of your not using acrylic

@rebeccaschultz8171 2 жыл бұрын

I love mine too! Beautiful job!

@staticheart76 2 жыл бұрын

Plenty of Informative advice through experience. I really enjoyed watching, wish all DIY videos were presented in such a calming focused approach. Could you use this machine for soap making to get large bubbles out? Really asking for a gift for my son's fiance although I am planning on giving soaps a try after this since you got me over the how to get started hurdle and have me motivated:)

@calafiacandleco 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! I honestly have never tried making soap, so I'm not sure what the process is like. I'm sure you can give it a try, though!

@kayla-rae4770 2 жыл бұрын

You should check out i dream in soap and/or royalty soap for soapmaking tips

@foampillowcomfort 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this very informative video.. I am thinking of making my own vessels and your video has really helped. Do you seal the outside of the vessel at all?

@calafiacandleco 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching! Glad to be of help. I do not seal the outside just for personal preference. I prefer the matte unsealed look for the outside of the vessel. I actually have a video up all about sealing if you’re interested.

@hgsmasterclass3452 2 жыл бұрын

Try adding a tiny bit of iso-alcohol to your mix. It will lower the surface tension of the water and reduce pinholes.

@calafiacandleco 2 жыл бұрын

Great tip! Thanks!

@PaKePo 10 ай бұрын

Very complete tutorial, thank you

@calafiacandleco 10 ай бұрын

Thank you! I have an even more in-depth one on my channel from a few months ago.

@PaKePo 10 ай бұрын

@@calafiacandleco I'll check it out, thanks 😎👍🏻

@perolaalnilam 2 ай бұрын

Beautiful work, thanks for helping. Kisses from Brazil

@bj5843 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video, very informative. I’ve got one suggestion and one question. Suggestion: for the Amazon molds, the exterior diameter seems to be really close to the inside diameter of 3” schedule 40 PVC pipe. It seems like if you cut a piece of pipe the same hugest as the mold, you could put the mold inside the pipe and it would hold its shape better. Question, and please forgive my ignorance. Is sealing the inside of the jar really necessary? It seems like the wax would seal it.

@calafiacandleco 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the tip, but I have fully transitioned to the blue molds. They are much better quality and made to handle concrete, unlike the Amazon ones. Yes, sealing is necessary. Concrete is very porous and the wax/fragrance oil will seep through the jar if left unsealed. Thanks for watching!

@erlpen2016 Жыл бұрын

So I must confess I am not into making candles….your jars though are beautiful….I am so glad I found you, those jars are exactly what I need for my wife’s succulents…time to subscribe!!!

@calafiacandleco Жыл бұрын

Yay thank you for watching and subscribing!

@jhh70 2 жыл бұрын

Crazy amount of information one video thanks

@calafiacandleco 2 жыл бұрын

You're so welcome! Glad you found it helpful.

@fredziffle5219 Жыл бұрын

👍great videos & the oval ones are great too. Lots of gold swirls or mica flakes would be good for holidays.

@calafiacandleco Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@mgdcairo 2 жыл бұрын

Nice video and good informations .. Thank you from Egypt

@beckyarmley3008 2 жыл бұрын

Hey! awesome video, thank you! I am about to start making my own concrete pots for my candles and was wondering if you could tell me the measurement of cement powder you use for each pot? ie. What is the size of the scoop you are using? Thanks!

@calafiacandleco 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching! I use just under 1 cup. The water amount I don’t really measure anymore I eyeball it. I find that can change depending on the weather

@jacquiericard5190 2 жыл бұрын

You honestly make it look so easy. How long did it take you to learn? Did you do a number of testers before use. Love your technique. Thank you for the tutorial!

@calafiacandleco 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much! It definitely took a lot of fails to get to where I’m at haha! As with everything. It took me probably a few weeks to get the technique down. Once you get it down, it becomes second nature.

@jacquiericard5190 2 жыл бұрын

@@calafiacandleco thank you for your time!

@jaymiller1694 2 жыл бұрын

Get some nonskid drawer liner to put on your vibration machine, that might help with the movement? It might vibrate off too but might be worth a try.

@calafiacandleco 2 жыл бұрын

Luckily my new molds stay on and don’t slide around!

@kimberlyalexiou6989 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing, I loved the video. Just wondering, do you make your own labels? They are super cute. Thanks!

@calafiacandleco 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much! I design them myself on canva 🙂

@stephanierodriguez951 2 жыл бұрын

Ty so much for sharing! Have you figured out what the cost is per vessel not including the mold?❤️

@DanieActsLke238 2 жыл бұрын

Wonderful!! Thank you so much for sharing this! 🖤

@calafiacandleco 2 жыл бұрын

You’re so welcome! Thanks for watching 🙂

@AriNicole-vlogs 10 ай бұрын

Thank you so much for sharing!!!

@calafiacandleco 10 ай бұрын

Thank you for watching!

@momboss1442 2 жыл бұрын

I love this video. Thank you for sharing! I do have a question about the sealer after 3 days it’s still sticky. Do you just let it dry longer or do you wash them afterwards?

@calafiacandleco 2 жыл бұрын

I wouldn’t wash them. It’s just the finish the sealer leaves. Sort of tacky feeling. It doesn’t bother me because I only seal the inside, and so that will get covered up with wax. If you want to seal the outside and don’t want that sticky feeling, the varnish by earth safe finishes is probably a better option.

@karyherrera6342 2 жыл бұрын

Love your videos !!! What would you use to seal the concrete with matte look ?

@calafiacandleco 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Earth safe finishes has a varnish they recommend for the outside of the vessel. It does leave a slight sheen, though. I don’t seal the outside because I prefer the look of the raw concrete.

@luvjnz 2 жыл бұрын

👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾Very helpful and informative. Thank you for sharing. 😊

@TheJunelew 5 ай бұрын

Been watching alot of videos on making a candle jar and this is the most helpful one. It's just wonderful. I have been tested out mixing the ratio, may i ask what is the ratio you are using in this video?

@calafiacandleco 5 ай бұрын

Thank you! I actually have an even more in-depth and updated video from a few months ago on my channel. I do 4:1 ratio

@amritbhathal1487 2 жыл бұрын

Love the concrete pigment colours you picked. What is the name of the colours you have chosen?

@calafiacandleco 2 жыл бұрын

Hi! I have the merlot, taupe and tumbleweed shades. All from direct colors.

@wonderfulcreationsla732 Жыл бұрын

Such a great video 🌟✨

@sharonroserobbins 28 күн бұрын

Hi, I just stumbled upon your channel and I’m loving it. I haven’t started making my own vessels yet, but I’m on my way to the store now. How many vessels can you make out of one bag of cement roughly?

@justmejam123 2 жыл бұрын

Wish you would've shown the sealant process. Thanks for sharing this!

@calafiacandleco 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching! I am actually editing a video right now about the sealing process. It should be up later today or tomorrow.

@calafiacandleco 2 жыл бұрын

My sealing video is now live. Hope it helps!

@susanoommen85 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome idea. Thanks. But where do you get the lid for the same.

@calafiacandleco 2 жыл бұрын

The Amazon molds do not have lids, but modern craft labs sells a lid mold you can purchase separately. I haven’t tried it yet but it looks promising!

@kayleighbaldry8193 2 жыл бұрын

I love your videos! They are so helpful! I’m just getting into concrete and I love it so far! One thing I’m struggling with is the ratio of colour pigment to cement… you said one scoop of pigment for 1 jar (1 cup of cement) but what measurement of pigment? Teaspoon? Tablespoon? Help! This is definitely one area I’m struggling with. x

@calafiacandleco 2 жыл бұрын

It’s definitely preference! You’ll have to play around with the amounts and see what you like best. I just use a plastic spoon.

@fauxwardthinker 2 жыл бұрын

Quick thought on your Amazon mould, maybe you could place the outer ring (the cinch part) of an embroidery hoop on it to keep it round?

@calafiacandleco 2 жыл бұрын

That is clever! I have since fully switched over to the blue molds. Perhaps someone else can utilize that tip. Thanks for sharing! 😃

@Blue_Angel.555 2 жыл бұрын

The algorithm put your video in front of me, I totally enjoyed it. I may try making my own candle jars. huh?! 💭

@calafiacandleco 2 жыл бұрын

Aw thanks!! You totally should. It’s so much fun :)

@arlettelove8559 2 жыл бұрын

I am starting with this it’s going great 👍🏽

@jeniferrinard2456 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for this video it is soooo helpful! How many days do you wait after you seal to make candles?

@calafiacandleco 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for watching! My most recently uploaded video is all about the sealing process. I wait at least 24 hrs after sealing to pour wax.

@jeniferrinard2456 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome I’m gonna go watch it now!

@yasuminsupasoon1248 2 жыл бұрын

Really stunning jar! Why do you have to seal them? Is it any benefit to seal and not to seal?

@calafiacandleco 2 жыл бұрын

If you’re using them for the purpose of candles and don’t seal them, the wax and fragrance oil will seep through the vessel.

@edgargarciahernandez2476 2 жыл бұрын

I use to use these types of vessels before. Now I use ceramic ones which help with a better performance. Good job though.