One year later, this video is definitely what I was looking for. I'm just getting into the candle making business, but I can't find the right vessels that I like with a good size variety. Now I can make my own! Thanks!
I’m glad to see a art/crafter share ideas’….. I feel there’s enough to go around for everyone…. I loved watching; gaining new research as I’m going back into this medium. I’m interested in hearing what warnings are being stated on the labels…
Beautiful vessels!! They turned out fantastic! I've been making soy candles in different types of glass vessels, but this video is definitely an inspo for future vessel making (maybe come summer). TY!!
The beauty of making concrete vessels for your candles, yes requires a little more time on your part…but is truly considered true handmade. And you can charge a little more, compared to those who buy their vessels pre made.
Thank you for sharing and in return, the easiest way that I can think of, to separate the mold from the container, would be to use needle nose/ regular pliers, with rubber tips as to not damage the mold. You should be able to grip it, pull, while using another tool (maybe made of wood or hard rubber preferred) to hold the bottom part of the jar and it should come off without much fuss. I also want to advise in getting a power sander and you could even make a holding device for the sander to turn it upside down and this way, you can work on the jars from the top.
Thanks, Annette! The company that sold the custom lid is no longer to be found. I did however find another company that can make them. Boowan Nicole's Website boowannicole.com
I have a hard time getting mines out also. I watch another video she recommended that we take a sharp knife and cut that lip off and it worked a whole lot easier
Love your video. I am selling at a local farmers market and at a flea market booth. I was using acrylic paint but it has ruined a few of my expensive molds. I switched to concrete pigment but the colors are boring prolly going back to acrylic. I dont have a fancy cutter thing so I got a 3 inch punch and I make my own dust covers which is hard as heck to get the holes cut for a wood or cotton wick. Lol. I have 4 different sizes and finding the proper wicks has been an an expensive journey. I was using the same molds but eventually they stopped coming out round and instead are oval so I tossed them in the trash. I have watched all my candles melt to the end of the jar and no matter what sealer I use the wax always penetrates through the sealer and leaves a wet look. If you splash any wax outside the jar then its ruined because you can't get the wet look off. I have special ordered white concrete to make the colors pop more and I really like it but takes longer to dry. Been doing this inside. Have a fan set up to blow the conrete dust away from me when I stir and sand and vacuum the room alot. I found the solo cups to be a immense environmental issue. I use a tupperware bowl an fill it with enough to make 6 molds at once. Then I wash the bowl in my backyard. And reuse the same bowl over and over and never will purchase a solo cup again. I am in the process of adding a sink in my garage so I can move it all out there. I also found a power tool with a little kitchen mixer added will make your stirring easier and my hands thank me. Mainly I use it to mix the pigment well. Everybody finds what works better for them and what they have to work with. Eventually I want to have printed dust covers but for now I just have labels tied to the jars. Watching your video has been fun. Your so talented and have all the best stuff to work with. Cheers.
I’m having the same issue with the ‘wet look’ after I’ve sealed my containers! I use polyurethane to seal the insides the matte one but I don’t like that the wax leaves the wet stain. I want my containers to be reusable.
Thanks for watching :) I totally understand the wet spots that show through. I have found that if I do 3 to 4 thick coats on the inside and 1 on the outside seems to really help eliminate that problem. I do like the outside to stay uncoated as it looks better. Let me know if you figure out another way to help with it completely. I'm curious to hear how the white cement turns out.
I saw another video using the same mold with the lip issue.She just cut it off with Xacto knife . And she said it so much easier to release out of mold.
On getting the mold over the lip when unmolding...I've seen others actually shave off most of the lip around the mold (carefully!) so it's easier to pull over (saving your hands!!!)
Hey, do you know why the wax pulls away from the concrete vessel after some time? I use soy coconut wax blend. I use a sealant for the container. I pour my wax, too, at around 170 to 180 F
It could be a difference in temperature that can cause the wax to cool down faster causing that to happen. Also, maybe a try a softer wax, just coconut instead.
Hi Sophia, thank you!! It could be a few things that you can be doing that could cause that. Make sure the temperature isn't too cold meaning if you're outside and it's freezing out. Also, are you using CementAll or another type of cement? The amount of water in your mix could also cause it. That's why we all have to test several of these before we sell them. It took me several months to figure out how to make them perfect.
It’s also possibly the reason why her moulds go oval shaped instead of keeping their circular shape over time. I guess you give up one problem for the other.
Oh my gosh. I just stumbled on your channel and I am so glad I did! Thank you so much for sharing this information. I think it is fantastic! I just subscribed too :)
Their site is custom-soap-stamps.com They may be on vacation or are in the process of updating their site if you can't access it. I would keep checking back often if it's not available.
You are awesome thank you so much for showing us some of the things that you do! I am new to candle making and I just love it I have a question though why does anybody hardly use color to their candles as I've noticed most people are leaving their candles White. Thank you so much and your content was so well laid out and very easy to follow thank you!
Thank you so much!! I'm planning on making a few more videos on other candles ;) for the holidays. I'm not sure why others are leaving them white. Maybe they like that look, but I do love the added color. It gives them a nice touch.
Thank you!! Their site is custom-soap-stamps.com They may be on vacation or are in the process of updating their site if you can't access it. I would keep checking back often if it's not available.
On the wick Did you use 2 different wicks? The ww bag said flat wick but some wicks you were putting on jars had the booster in them and some didn’t……. Why?
Hey there, so glad that you caught that. The company sent me the wrong wicks and in that package there were flat wicks and also boosters. I had shot that video and noticed after the fact that the wicks were wrong. So I used them as testers to see how they burned and pulled them all out and made my own boosters. (there's a tip). Definitely get the boosters for these candles because the flats do not burn to the diameter of these vessels. Thanks for watching :)
Hi. Really nice work with great results. I have had success releasing concrete from silicone moulds before by blowing compressed air down the inside of the form. I think this would work well for you too. Try to get a small jet of high pressure air down between the concrete and the mold. I hope it helps
Yes, coloring wax can be done. EO's are another way to scent your candles but they are very pricey compared to FO's. I found that using my 10% FO load works much better than the 10% EO load. On the EO's I had to use 14% to get more out of the hot throw. Best to test, test and test to see what works best for your candles.
Thanks for that video, I tried it myself with white cement but the acrylic didn't dissolved enough and the result was not good. Are you using some special acrylic color or you just use more water in cement?
I've never used anything other then the CementAll, so not sure if that's any different or not. Also, I have found that the acrylic paints do act different. The one that I really like is more watery than most that I've tried. If they are thicker paints they do not preform well at all. I've tested about 7 different acrylic brands and only had success with MagicFly. amzn.to/3QY3uRQ I do also add more water to them if I think the mix is too thick.
@@MalenasCreations thank you for your answer, after seen the video again indeed your acrylic paint is more watery than the Van Gogh acrylics I used that felt more like a paste. Maybe I should try to water it down a bit and try again! Otherwise I will look in the German amazon that ships to my country without import fees to find the ones you suggest. Thank you again!
Good job my Dear. I have learned something that made me subscribe.
Do you hava a video on how you designed your candle covers on cricut? Please make one!!!
Thank you so much. I will be following for sure.
One year later, this video is definitely what I was looking for. I'm just getting into the candle making business, but I can't find the right vessels that I like with a good size variety. Now I can make my own! Thanks!
I just had to leave another comment to let you know that your Amazon link is amazing! Keep being awesome!
You are so sweet Lala!! Thank you!! Love your name by the way ;)
Beautiful ❤️
Wow this has helped me so much🫶🥰
if you have a small air compressor you can blow air in them works great.
The label toppers are super cute. Can you do a video showing how to do these? Thanks so much in advance.
Hey did she do the video? I couldn’t find it
Yes, please do a video on how to make the top, this would save me so much money.
I’m glad to see a art/crafter share ideas’….. I feel there’s enough to go around for everyone…. I loved watching; gaining new research as I’m going back into this medium.
I’m interested in hearing what warnings are being stated on the labels…
Saw a video where one candle maker trimmed the thick rim part of the base off of the mold for the reason of getting them unmolded easier.
Just beautiful
Thank you! 😊
Love your video. Your vessels are some of the best I have seen. I thought I saw some gold on them. How did you do that?
That's so sweet of you, thank you! The gold was added to the mold wall by using gold flakes. I have them listed in my amazon storefront.
Very good instructions. Thank you.
Glad it was helpful!
Right on time
You can try using an air gun to blow compressed air under the mould while peeling them off, that should make it a lot easier.
I so impressed with oh wow weee. You have a new subscriber. I’m gonna start bing watching
Yay! Thank you!
Very smart idea. Well done 👍
Thank you! Cheers!
Your Amazing!! You've taking handmade, to a whole new level. Candles look great
Thank you so much!
They are pretty cool!! 😍
Thank you!!
These are the most beautifulist candles I've ever seen...
Thanks!
Malena, thank you for this video. God Bless You.
Beautiful creations, but you should add the water to the concrete - that will eliminate the mess and the small concrete plume! Great work!
Yeah, in my recent videos I finally figured that out. Haha!! Thanks for watching!
Great video, thank you.
Okay gotcha
so satisfying and mesmerizing!!! oh my gosh! Your work is beautiful
Thank you so much!
Hey thanks so much for sharing... I did have to double the wicks I am using for a full melt pool!!! But over all I love the look!!
malena this vessels are super nice ,keep up the good work.on the gymn as well
Beautiful vessels!! They turned out fantastic! I've been making soy candles in different types of glass vessels, but this video is definitely an inspo for future vessel making (maybe come summer). TY!!
Thank you Shirene!! Once you start making them they become addictive ;) It's my Zen. LOL
@@MalenasCreations Love that 💯 💜
Omg, that is a great idea for the color. I love that 🥰
Thank you! 🤗
Hi, Malena your video popped up in my suggestions. Your candles are super gorgeous, such a unique idea. I LOVE that you make the vessels yourself too.
You are too sweet, thank you so much!! I've been waiting your videos for years, you've been so inspiring ♡ ♥💕❤😘
hello, awesome vessels! love them, I have a question, how many vessels by pound of concrete do you get?
You are a life saver!! I love this video. It’s just what I needed to give my candles an new boost !! 💕
Glad I could help!
Yeah I saw someone cut the side when taking it out and then lqter use rubber band to keep it together for the next pour!
They came out beautiful.. I saw a next video with a shaker that’s shakes the bubble out u should get one to make it easier for u
That would be great to have!! Defiantly would save some time as well.
I saw someone else that uses those molds and they trimmed off that bottom rim so it was easier to just roll the mold off.
I saw that someone trimmed the lip off the mold to make it easier to take off! Thanks for the plug on the lid mold! =)
Yes I just heard about that. I'm definitely trying that out. Thanks for watching ❤
Hi, I use a little olive oil before pouring in wax
Really? I'll have to try that.
Lindas. Achei seus moldes maravilhosos. Possui seu nome. No Brasil não tem. Parabéns.
The beauty of making concrete vessels for your candles, yes requires a little more time on your part…but is truly considered true handmade. And you can charge a little more, compared to those who buy their vessels pre made.
Thank you
You are so welcome!
Thank you for sharing and in return, the easiest way that I can think of, to separate the mold from the container, would be to use needle nose/ regular pliers, with rubber tips as to not damage the mold.
You should be able to grip it, pull, while using another tool (maybe made of wood or hard rubber preferred) to hold the bottom part of the jar and it should come off without much fuss.
I also want to advise in getting a power sander and you could even make a holding device for the sander to turn it upside down and this way, you can work on the jars from the top.
Where did you get the molds, I love how it has your name on the lid.
Thank you Annette
Thanks, Annette! The company that sold the custom lid is no longer to be found. I did however find another company that can make them. Boowan Nicole's Website boowannicole.com
I have a hard time getting mines out also. I watch another video she recommended that we take a sharp knife and cut that lip off and it worked a whole lot easier
I'm gonna give it a try, thanks!
Love your gun
Can we not coat the inside?
I love this, this is the perfect video. I have a question is there a certain method that you use when adding the gild flakes.
I find it easier to push them down the sides with a popsicle stick or if they are turned inside out you can press them against the walls easier.
Great video and beautiful candles. Thanks for sharing. What is the name of the printer that printed the logos ?
I used my printer to print the dust covers -Laser Printer: amzn.to/2U4dLE8
And my Cricut machine to cut them out. -Cricut Machine amzn.to/2Tu7bWt
Have you looked into using mold release? Should extend the life of the mold and make the process easier in general.
I've never heard of it. Where can you get it?
I bought mines from JOANN Fabric and Crafts.
Love your video. I am selling at a local farmers market and at a flea market booth. I was using acrylic paint but it has ruined a few of my expensive molds. I switched to concrete pigment but the colors are boring prolly going back to acrylic. I dont have a fancy cutter thing so I got a 3 inch punch and I make my own dust covers which is hard as heck to get the holes cut for a wood or cotton wick. Lol. I have 4 different sizes and finding the proper wicks has been an an expensive journey. I was using the same molds but eventually they stopped coming out round and instead are oval so I tossed them in the trash. I have watched all my candles melt to the end of the jar and no matter what sealer I use the wax always penetrates through the sealer and leaves a wet look. If you splash any wax outside the jar then its ruined because you can't get the wet look off. I have special ordered white concrete to make the colors pop more and I really like it but takes longer to dry. Been doing this inside. Have a fan set up to blow the conrete dust away from me when I stir and sand and vacuum the room alot. I found the solo cups to be a immense environmental issue. I use a tupperware bowl an fill it with enough to make 6 molds at once. Then I wash the bowl in my backyard. And reuse the same bowl over and over and never will purchase a solo cup again. I am in the process of adding a sink in my garage so I can move it all out there. I also found a power tool with a little kitchen mixer added will make your stirring easier and my hands thank me. Mainly I use it to mix the pigment well. Everybody finds what works better for them and what they have to work with. Eventually I want to have printed dust covers but for now I just have labels tied to the jars. Watching your video has been fun. Your so talented and have all the best stuff to work with. Cheers.
I’m having the same issue with the ‘wet look’ after I’ve sealed my containers! I use polyurethane to seal the insides the matte one but I don’t like that the wax leaves the wet stain. I want my containers to be reusable.
Thanks for watching :) I totally understand the wet spots that show through. I have found that if I do 3 to 4 thick coats on the inside and 1 on the outside seems to really help eliminate that problem. I do like the outside to stay uncoated as it looks better. Let me know if you figure out another way to help with it completely. I'm curious to hear how the white cement turns out.
How much do u charge ur candles they look supper amazing ,the toppers look supper cool can u please make a video on how u made them
Is there a way u can post the cricut file u used for the paper tops.
Would love a tutorial on how you made your labor toppers. They’re a good idea.
Will do!!
Found a video tutorial for the dusters th-cam.com/video/Ds3Gy2cQvOg/w-d-xo.html
What temp to you add FO? What temp do you pour?
Love your vessels & candles! 🥰
Thank you! I stay between 170-180 and pour at about 150-160 degrees
Could we make some for planters?
Thanks for this video. Looks like u forgot to include the mould vendor details. Pls suggest
That company has disappeared. I have recent videos where I have found another company that makes them.
I saw another video using the same mold with the lip issue.She just cut it off with Xacto knife . And she said it so much easier to release out of mold.
Where did the personalized molds come from? I didn’t see it in your link…. Maybe I missed it. Thank you
Unfortunately, the company is now longer in business. I'm on the hunt to find another one.
Thank you🙌
Amazing
Love your videos, I have another question, what size are your molds, and how much wax do they hold.
Thanks so much for this tutorial. Love it.i didn't have luck finding the link of the company that made your lid molds.
Thanks for watching! I believe they are no longer in business. I'm still looking for another company that will make them.
@@MalenasCreations oh ok. Thanks for the response.
On getting the mold over the lip when unmolding...I've seen others actually shave off most of the lip around the mold (carefully!) so it's easier to pull over (saving your hands!!!)
I'm gonna try it! Thank you!
@@MalenasCreations I'll try and find where I saw this and send to you 😁
@@MalenasCreations here is one of the ones I found of it being mentioned... (@9:30 time) th-cam.com/video/LNnEJ5kUaIU/w-d-xo.html
I took an exacto knife and cut the lip off. Helps tremendously! Love the way you put the color on the sides.
I had to cut the bottom part of it in order to get the vessels out. It makes it much easier
How do you prevent white cement pots from cracking bcz my pots cracks after some days iam using only white cement and some colours
Hey, do you know why the wax pulls away from the concrete vessel after some time? I use soy coconut wax blend. I use a sealant for the container. I pour my wax, too, at around 170 to 180 F
It could be a difference in temperature that can cause the wax to cool down faster causing that to happen. Also, maybe a try a softer wax, just coconut instead.
Hello great work...one question the vessels do not crack?mine it cracks after days without light up the candle...what I do wrong?
Hi Sophia, thank you!! It could be a few things that you can be doing that could cause that. Make sure the temperature isn't too cold meaning if you're outside and it's freezing out. Also, are you using CementAll or another type of cement? The amount of water in your mix could also cause it. That's why we all have to test several of these before we sell them. It took me several months to figure out how to make them perfect.
Thanks! Good Job!
excelente, hermosas te felicito!
A lady on another video cuts the lip off with an exacto knife and says it makes it alot easier to de mold.
It’s also possibly the reason why her moulds go oval shaped instead of keeping their circular shape over time. I guess you give up one problem for the other.
@@wendytube007 I was thinking that too!!
I just watched that one too, lol
What she said
It's a game changer and does not effect the shape at all.
HOLA SALUDOS DE LOS CABOS MEXICO: este es el primer video que veo tuyo y me encanto eres muy creativa con tu trabajo!!!
LOOVE these!!!
Do you know if it's possible to create your own holographic/ iridescent / pearl effect on candle glass vessels?
Anyone?
Oh my gosh. I just stumbled on your channel and I am so glad I did! Thank you so much for sharing this information. I think it is fantastic! I just subscribed too :)
Gorgeous results!
Thank you! 😊
Can you tell me how you got your company customized on the mold lid? Is that through modern craft labs also?
I believe they are no longer in business. I'm still looking for another company that will make them.
Hi there! Thanks for sharing =) The lid link is not working. Could you send me the write link? A wave from Brazil here! =)
Their site is custom-soap-stamps.com They may be on vacation or are in the process of updating their site if you can't access it. I would keep checking back often if it's not available.
You are awesome thank you so much for showing us some of the things that you do! I am new to candle making and I just love it I have a question though why does anybody hardly use color to their candles as I've noticed most people are leaving their candles White. Thank you so much and your content was so well laid out and very easy to follow thank you!
Thank you so much!! I'm planning on making a few more videos on other candles ;) for the holidays. I'm not sure why others are leaving them white. Maybe they like that look, but I do love the added color. It gives them a nice touch.
I absolutely luv this. The link to the lids isn’t working
Thank you!!
Their site is custom-soap-stamps.com They may be on vacation or are in the process of updating their site if you can't access it. I would keep checking back often if it's not available.
@@MalenasCreations thanks
What the liqwed whghi in the last up thecongret
Thank you so much!! Would you mind sharing the type of cardstock you use for dust covers?
It's just a basic cardstock that I got from staples.
Question: how do you apply your foil?
I push the foil down the sides or you can turn the mold inside out and place them where you want before pouring.
Hola buen video, ese color que le agregas al molde, es acrilico o pigmento especial para concreto
Obrigado. Usei tinta acrílica. Você pode encontrá-lo no meu link da Amazon na descrição.
Love it. I am new here and I just love the vessels
You will love making them :)
On the wick Did you use 2 different wicks? The ww bag said flat wick but some wicks you were putting on jars had the booster in them and some didn’t……. Why?
Hey there, so glad that you caught that. The company sent me the wrong wicks and in that package there were flat wicks and also boosters. I had shot that video and noticed after the fact that the wicks were wrong. So I used them as testers to see how they burned and pulled them all out and made my own boosters. (there's a tip). Definitely get the boosters for these candles because the flats do not burn to the diameter of these vessels. Thanks for watching :)
Hi. Really nice work with great results. I have had success releasing concrete from silicone moulds before by blowing compressed air down the inside of the form. I think this would work well for you too. Try to get a small jet of high pressure air down between the concrete and the mold.
I hope it helps
Thanks for the tip!
These are gorgeous 😍.
Thank you! 😊
These look incredible
I’m interested in how you color the wax, and if you can use 100% EOs: Aromatherapy oils for scent?
Yes, coloring wax can be done. EO's are another way to scent your candles but they are very pricey compared to FO's. I found that using my 10% FO load works much better than the 10% EO load. On the EO's I had to use 14% to get more out of the hot throw. Best to test, test and test to see what works best for your candles.
@@MalenasCreations Why do you need more with EOs? I am working on finishing my Aromatherapy Certification. Yes, the oils are expensive!!!
Cute candles. How long you been making candles for?
Thanks! I've been making them on and off for about 5yrs now.
Beautiful work all around. Thanks for sharing your knowledge.
So nice of you, thank you!
These look fantastic!!! Maybe I missed it but where did you get your custom silicone mold from?
I have found another company that makes them. Boowan Nicole Molds, you can find more about them on my other recent videos.
They came out beautiful! Can you do a video on the label toppers and where you got the warning labels for the bottom?!
Sure!! The labels are from Amazon amzn.to/3nXo88u
Are you able to reuse these for supplies after candle is gone?
Fantastic video! Thanks for sharing your craft!!
I've seen this mold used before...but I LOVE THE COLOR added technique,, beautiful!
Thank you so much!
I saw another lady she just cut the lip off so it just came off so smoothly.
Thanks for that video, I tried it myself with white cement but the acrylic didn't dissolved enough and the result was not good. Are you using some special acrylic color or you just use more water in cement?
I've never used anything other then the CementAll, so not sure if that's any different or not. Also, I have found that the acrylic paints do act different. The one that I really like is more watery than most that I've tried. If they are thicker paints they do not preform well at all. I've tested about 7 different acrylic brands and only had success with MagicFly. amzn.to/3QY3uRQ I do also add more water to them if I think the mix is too thick.
@@MalenasCreations thank you for your answer, after seen the video again indeed your acrylic paint is more watery than the Van Gogh acrylics I used that felt more like a paste. Maybe I should try to water it down a bit and try again! Otherwise I will look in the German amazon that ships to my country without import fees to find the ones you suggest. Thank you again!
You betcha, and thanks for watching!!
Yeah, you may try watering it down some and see if that helps. Best of luck to you!
Love this technique! Thanks for sharing
Thanks Glenda! I have more to come ;)
where did you find your molds? I must have missed where you said the company. I love that you customized the lid :)
Thanks Brittany! This is where I got my molds. There's a one pack or two. 1 Mold amzn.to/2SrRCOy
2 Pack Molds amzn.to/3CAecY6
These are gorgeous!
Thanks for the video! Did you seal the outside as well?
You're welcome! Sometimes I do seal the outside for a shinier look.
Amazing 🤩, What kind of color you us?
Thanks! All the colors used are in my Amazon storefront link listed in the description. Orange, green and the red paints